There are no easy words to comfort the family of these showbiz personalities who previously figured in terrible accidents.
Remember when the son of late Comedy King Dolphy, Vandolph Quizon, almost lost his life in a near-fatal car accident in November 2001?
Many also prayed for the speedy recovery of the Lance Raymundo, who suffered a freak accident in 2014, when his face was crushed by a barbell while working out.
In 2017, fans mourned the passing of the promising young actor Franco Hernandez, who died from drowning after the boat carrying him and his friends was hit by a huge wave in Davao Occidental.
Look back to these accidents involving Pinoy celebrities that shocked the local showbiz industry:
Celebrity racer Troy Montero figured in a "pretty big accident" during the Vios Racing Festival Circuit Championship in Clark International Speedway on August 31. Troy's car bumped into his co-racer's car towards the finish line. Good thing nothing serious happened to Troy. “Probably gonna be sore and bruised for a few days,” he said.
The son of Mr. Pure Energy Gary Valenciano assured his family and friends that he is doing well after his motorcycle accident in Batangas.
On his Instagram Story, Gab said that it will take him three months to recover after he sustained a sprained ankle and is experiencing some cervical pain.
Victoria's Secret model Kelsey Merritt lamented the lack of hospital in the island of Siargao after her boyfriend-model Conor Dwyer suffered an injury in the head.
Dwyer, an Olympic medalist, was injured in the surfing waters in the area of General Luna. Despite what happened, Conor is still raring to go back in Siargao. He posted on IG, “Siargao, Stimpy's, & 8 stitches to the head🇵🇭. Love this island- will be back for more.”
In her lengthy post, Marie assured her family and friends that she suffered no major injuries from the incident but expressed her frustration about the attitude of the driver of the vehicle. She said, “What I could not get over is the behavior of the woman who hit me, she seemed educated but she was just about self-preservation and denial. How can some people not have kindness and compassion? The passersby and witnesses that came to the rescue showed more care than this woman. One even told her she should apologize to me. How do we clear the streets of people like these? If she didn't kill me, I keep thinking she could hurt someone someday.”
'Star Circle Quest' finalist Joseph Bitangcol survived a vehicular accident in August 2011 while riding a Mitsubishi Montero along Sumulong Highway in Antipolo City.
Joseph needed some operation after suffering injuries in his chin and left cheekbone.
Vandolph Quizon, son of the late Comedy King Dolphy and Alma Moreno, was involved in a near fatal car accident on November 19, 2001.
Vandolph was with his then girlfriend Desiree 'Ishi' Raquiza and a bodyguard when the pick-up he was driving crashed into a truck ("Elf" or smaller kind) in Pangasinan. He survived the accident, but Ishi passed away on December 4, 2001.
Actor/hunk Derek Ramsay suffered an arm injury in November 2011 while playing Frisbee.
Derek suffered a severe injury that broke his forearm in three places.
Lance suffered a freak accident while working out in March 2014.
Lance's face got crushed by an 80-lb barbell. He has since undergone reconstructive surgery to fix the damage to his face.
The Bad Boy of Philippine Cinema Robin Padilla had an accident during the shooting of his film in 1992 that changed his life forever.
Robin suffered severe burns when an explosive went awry during the shooting of his movie 'Miss Na Miss Kita: Ang Utol Kong Hoodlum 2.' He was only 19 years old at the time of the accident.
Former Eat Bulaga host Toni Gonzaga figured in an accident while shooting for a commercial in May 2007.
Toni’s face hit the bottom tile of a pool when she dove in during the pool scene of her commercial. The TV host/actress sustained injuries to her mouth, causing her upper lip to tear and bleed.
Former matinee idol Eddie Gutierrez, the husband of manager Annabelle Rama, survived a car accident in 1970’s.
In an interview with an entertainment website in May 2009, Annabelle recounted the freak car accident of Eddie in 1978 wherein the veteran actor suffered a broken nose and his intestines got ruptured. He also had to undergo colostomy.
The then 25 year-old Richard Gutierrez was lucky to have survived his near-fatal car crash in May 2009.
The former Mulawin star figured in a car accident on his way home while driving his Nissan Skyline GTR sports car. The mishap took place in an accident-prone area at the Santa Rosa-Tagaytay Road in Puting Kahoy village in Silang, Cavite. Richard and his bodyguard George Mastura suffered only minor injuries, but his assistant did not survive.
The actor-dancer was in a vacation with his friends in Davao Occidental when a big wave hit their boat. Unable to swim, the 26-year-old member of an all-male dance group drowned to death.
Franco's girlfriend was with him when the incident happened. A month after his death, Janica broke her silence and revealed what really transpired during the accident.
The sports community mourned the death of former basketball star Bryan Gahol in April 2014 after he figured in car accident along the northbound lane of Skyway.
According to news reports, Gahol was driving a Nissan Urvan Escapade, when his vehicle was hit by a delivery jeep transporting vegetables. Gahol played for different teams in PBA like Mobiline, Alaska, San Miguel Beer, and Red Bull. He was also part of the UP Fighting Maroons in his collegiate years.
Eugene Tejada's accident shocked the nation. Eugene got injured on Mother's Day May 14, 2006 while his team Purefoods was competing against Red Bull. PBA cager Mick Pennisi fell and landed on Eugene's back leaving him paralyzed from thehip down.
In an interview in 2012, Eugene was seen back on his feet again after his intense therapy. Eugene played for Alaska Aces from 2003-2006 and for San Miguel Beer Men and Purefoods Chunkee Food Giants in 2006.
According to news reports, the speedboat carrying 10 passengers was hit by strong waves and eventually capsized. The accident caused one fatality.
Gone too soon, former 'The Voice Kids Philippines' contestant Christian Pasno died in a tragic motorcycle accident that happened on May 13, 2018.
According to news reports, Christian got into the accident in Barangay Mabalanoy in San Juan, Batangas. He suffered severe traumatic brain damage since he was not wearing a helmet. The young singer joined the Kapamilya singing competition in 2015.
Police heartthrob and Mister International 2014 Neil Perez figured in a motorcycle accident in June 2018.
Neil spent his recovery at the Metropolitan Medical Center in Manila, after his CT scan showed that his brain is undamaged.
Fans of matinee idol Piolo Pascual were worried, when news broke out that the Kapamilya actor figured in a bike accident while shooting for a commercial in January 2015. The hottie had some scratches and a small fracture in his finger. This is not the first time that Piolo had an accident while riding a bike. It was also reported that Piolo suffered minor leg and arm injuries in his July 2012 accident in Baguio.
Ayon sa ulat ng isang news program, sugatan ang Pinoy Boyband Superstar member na si Markus Paterson, matapos bumangga ang kaniyang minamanehong motorsiklo sa isang concrete barrier sa Roxas boulevard service road.
Pinay pride and broadway international star Lea Salonga assured her fans on Instagram after she figured in a ski accident during their family trip in Hokkaido, Japan this January 2019. Lea said, “I broke my leg on a slope. Clearly, I have not learned the art of stopping so I crashed pretty hard and I broke my tibia.” She added that her concerts in the coming days would push through in Hong Kong, Singapore and the UK. @msleasalonga (IG)
Former 'Unang Hirit' host Michael Pangilinan Riggs a.k.a Eagle Riggs was hit by a motorcycle while crossing the street in Puerto Princessa City, Palawan.
In a report by Palawan News, the motorcycle driver who hit Eagle was found to be positive in alcohol after investigation. Eagle needed a surgery on his right leg and he wanted the suspect to shoulder his medical expenses. The TV host also intended to file charges against the driver as well.
Bogart the Explorer, or Marco Ho in real life, figured in a freak surfing accident.
The fin of Bogart the Explorer's surf board cut through his leg and he will be needing multiple surgeries, blood transfusions, and therapy sessions to be able to walk again.
Kapuso star Ken Chan figured in a road mishap at the intersection of Panay Avenue and Timog Ave., in Quezon City on Wednesday, June 3.
The accident occurred when the sport utility vehicle carrying Ken Chan was rear-ended by a van at the intersection of Timog Avenue and Panay Ave., in Quezon City.
Actor-model David Licauco said in an interview with PEP.ph that the car accident he got involved in 2013 profoundly affected him.
David said he was with his friends and they were heading back to Manila when the accident happened--their car hit a gas struck. Although he only suffered minor injuries from it, his best friend died, unfortunately. David told PEP.Ph, “More on psychological pain. But I'm okay now. Hindi naman ako depressed.”
Eat Bulaga host Ryan Agoncillo got involved in a bike mishap, too, in 2017.
TV host-actor Ryan Agoncillo suffered injuries during a biking incident in Taytay, Rizal in October 2017. Due to this, Ryan had to take some time-off from his hosting duties in 'Eat Bulaga' to focus on his recovery. Judy Ann Santos told PEP.ph it was a good thing that her husband Ryan did not require a major operation after the bike mishap. "May surgery na ganap, pero hindi siya yung talagang buwis-buhay. Thank God!”
Award-winning GMA Artist Center actor Martin del Rosario
The show must go on! In an interview with entertainment portal PEP.Ph, Martin looked back on working in his past show 'Pintada,' and shared that while shooting for the soap, he unfortunately suffered an ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) injury. Martin mentioned that he won't forget what happened in that show. He said, “Grabe 'yung eksenang iyon, doon ako nagkaroon ng injury! Kasi, di ba, may eksena doon, parang naka-brief ako na tumatakbo sa football field?
“E, maputik yung football field. So, nag-pop yung knee ko.”
Many were worried after actress-entrepreneur Nikki Valdez posted a photo of herself while in the hospital on Instagram.
Nikki shared that she had to undergo surgery after sustaining an injury in her arms after an accident. Although she didn't provide more details, she made sure to thank everyone who helped and provided immediate first aid to her after the incident. She wrote, “To our neighbors who helped and administered first aid, thank you. To my doctors and nurses (both at the ER, OR and post OP), salamat po sa pag alaga to make sure everything went well.”
Gardo Versoza figured in an accident while shooting for the defunct primetime rom-com series 'Destined To Be Yours' in 2017.
After suffering from a bad fall, which caused him to bleed while doing a scene for the soap, Gardo still managed to crack jokes about the incident.
He said,“Had a very bad fall. Slammed my head...literally VERSOZA ON THE FLOOR. Thank you, Lord no crack in the skull. Thanks Cupcakes
“Aksidente po cupcake, nadala naman po ako agad sa ospital at awa ng Diyos wala naman crack sa skull.”
Canadian vlogger Kyle Jennerman, a.k.a “BecomingFilipino,” got his fans worried when he posted about the injuries he suffered from an accident.
Although Kyle Jennerman didn't disclose what happened to him, he still expressed his profound gratitude to everyone who helped him out, “I just wanted to say thank you to everyone who has helped me. Looking forward to happy getting better posts in the future!”
On December 16, 2020, Kyle updated Facebook followers about his successful shoulder operation done in Tagum City.
The Bubble Gang mainstay's car was hit from behind in the early morning of January 15, 2020.
Boy2, fortunately, survived the accident unharmed. His car, however, sustained major damage at the back.
According to the police report, the accident took place along Quezon Avenue in Quezon City.
The driver of the van that rammed into Boy2's car apparently fell asleep on the wheel, thus causing the collision.
Ervic Vijandre recalled the harrowing tale of his car accident in the province of Batangas at the start of 2021.
In a media interview during his contract renewal with GMA Artist Center in July 2021, he shared what happened on the road he's traversing in Lian, Batangas last February 2.
He remembered, “So, nag-turn yung kotse ko tapos tumaub-taob ako!
"Pampelikula yung nangyari sa akin na, hindi ko alam na pwede pala talagang mangyari yun.
Ervic added, “"And I'm very, very suwerte, I'm very, very lucky na walang nangyari sa akin, as in wala.”
Former actress Niña Jose revealed she suffered from a second degree burn in her thighs, butt and some parts of her private area on July 11, 2020. She accidentally spilled boiling water onto her groin area while doing suob. She also revealed that she suffered from a miscarriage prior to the accident, and would've given birth around the time of the incident had her pregnancy pushed through.
Niña Jose said she was in pain for two months. She said in her IG post, ““They had to debris the burn in the shower and I was in immense pain.. my pain tolerance is quite high but this one I couldn't take I had to be under painkillers and the pinakextreme one na dextrose.. the meds and the cream and the bandaid thing was super painful too because it sucks out the wounds and the burns haha raw flesh talaga.. and every time I'd take a shower I would cry and pray Hail Marys️ I couldn't sleep normal I had to be dapa for a month, I couldn't sit down and pee properly.. it was either I would stand only or walk around and lie down.. hahaha!!”
Niña Jose said she saw a Marian apparition of the Our Lady of Sorrows a day after her accident. So, this prompted her to visit the nearest Our Lady of Sorrows parish.
Former 'The Hunks' member Carlos Agassi figured in an accident inside his home a few days before his 41st birthday on December 12, 2020.
According to Carlos, who documented what happened on Instagram that he couldn't explain if it's just coincidence or bad luck that he would always get into an accident days before his birthday.
He said: “Every week before my birthday, I always get into an accident. I can't explain if it's coincidence, bad luck or good luck, a sign or an omen. All I can say is that accidents do happen and it's called an accident because nobody wanted this to happen. I slipped cause my rubber shoes broke and I face planted.
“Thanks my love @sarinayamamoto for being an angel and coming with me to the emergency room and not showing me that you were crying. ️ Thank you Lord I was still conscious to drive to the hospital. Turning 41 this December 12 and will be back on December 11 to have my 6 stitches on my eyebrows and 4 stitches on my gums removed.”
Vlogger-turned-actor Kimpoy Feliciano was at a loss for words after his brand-new Ford SUV was hit by a truck along Quezon Avenue.
Kimpoy, who fondly calls his car Primo, was able to document what happened to his car and shared it on his YouTube page. Fortunately, the vlogger and his three other companions inside the car didn't suffer any major injuries despite the accident.
He also shared this reminder to all the drivers: “Minsan kahit na feeling mo safe driver ka naman, mahirap pa rin sabihin 'yung mga tao na nasa paligid mo. May mga aksidente lang din talaga, kumbaga wala tayo control sa mga nangyayari sa paligid, so ingat-ingat pa rin talaga.”
TV host, influencer, and fashion editor Raymond Gutierrez
It seems that the car accident Raymond Gutierrez got into in Los Angeles brought back bad memories of his brother's own car mishap in 2009. Fortunately, Raymond is safe even after the incident and reminded his followers on Instagram to be safe by wearing seatbelts while driving.
“I don't drive and that's still on my to-do list here in LA. I miss the convenience of having a driver in Manila but I know I'm gonna have to learn this life skill at some point.
“Hope today's incident won't make me even more apprehensive. PS always wear your seatbelt.”
In a vlog, Chef Ninong Ry (Ryan Morales Reyes in real life) looked back on his struggle when he was involved in an accident during a breadmaking workshop. According to Ry, the oven he was using then suddenly exploded, which resulted in him suffering from second and third degree burns on his face and arm.
The popular YouTuber still considers what happened to him a “miracle,” since the accident didn't damage his eyes. Ry shared, “Sobrang miracle daw sabi nung mga doctor na hindi daw na-damage 'yung mga mata ko. Milagro na hindi [raw] nasunog 'yung eyelids ko, ang lakas nung apoy very thankful talaga ako.”
Fil-Chi model Reins Mika, the first Filipina to win the Digital Creator Award at the 7th Elite Model Look (EML) World Final Competition in 2021, figured in a nearly fatal hit-and-run accident in January 2022.
“Last week, I had an accident that had almost cost me my life. Paralyzed from my back down to my tailbone, and bleeding in my head. I was involved in a hit-and-run,” Reins Mika said of her accident.
Reins Mika is on her road to recovery and grateful for her second life. Even in death, there may be those who wash their hands of responsibility. But the only thing that truly counts in this world is God's grace--I'm grateful for this second opportunity at life and for just being alive,” she wrote on Instagram.
Actor and model Diether Ocampo was rushed to the hospital early morning of February 4, 2022, after the car he was driving hit a dump truck.
Based on Darlene Cay's report on 'Unang Hirit,' the accident happened along Osmeña Highway in Makati City. In her interview with Bantay Bayan personnel Joel Alicante, he noticed that Diether appears to resisist rescue by the Red Cross team. Alicante said, “Parang nagre-resist siya, parang ayaw niya magpadala, e. Parang ayaw niya magpakuha sa mga Red Cross personnel.”
TV and online personality Daisy Lopez, or popularly known as the online seller Madam Inutz, posted her crashed vehicle to warn followers about the possible effect of drunk driving. She wrote on Facebook, “KAYA MGA INUTZ LAGI TAYONG MAG IINGAT SA LANSANGAN AT SA MGA DRIVER NA NAKA INOM PLEASE LANG WAG NA PO KAYO MAG MANEHO KUNG UNDER INFLUENCE NG LIQUOR.”
Avid fans Gigi De Lana were shocked when they found out that the singer and her band, The Gigi Vibes, figured in a car accident while heading to Ilocos Norte, where they were invited to perform at the annual "Himala sa Buhangin: Art and Music Festival" last May 14.
Based on the official statement posted on Gigi's social media accounts, she and her bandmates sustained minor injuries due to the unfortunate collision.
Many netizens also expressed concern for Gigi, who lost consciousness during her performance at the “Himala sa Buhangin” event. Social media personality Krissy Achino shared a couple of videos he took while the Kapamilya singer was performing.
In a separate Facebook post on May 15, Gigi and her band issued an apology after cancelling their gig at Talavera Nueva Ecija.
“Excited sana kami sa kuwentuhan, kulitan at kantahan mamayang gabi. Sadly, we need to cancel tonight's gig. We hope you understand [and] we need to prioritize Gigi's, Oyus', Jon's and our team members' recovery after yesterday's (May 14) unfortunate incident. Babawi po kami, and we promise to deliver a show that's worth the wait.”