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Former actor Patrick Dela Rosa passes away
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The Philippine showbiz mourns the loss of another figure as former actor and politician Patrick Dela Rosa has passed away.
The heartbreaking news was confirmed by his family through online tributes, expressing their love and gratitude for the late actor.
Patrick's brother, Dr. Marlon Gilbert Dela Rosa, shared a heartfelt message on Facebook.
"Rest in peace Patrick , no more pain tol. You are not just a brother to me but also my best friend. Thank you for all the memories that we share together, you are always there during my ups and down. I LOVE U brother," he wrote.
His nephew, Joram Dela Rosa Garcia, also honored the '80s matinee idol with an emotional post.
"Today, I honor not just a celebrated actor and respected public servant, but a man whose kindness, love, and presence shaped my life, my uncle, Patrick dela Rosa," he said.
"To me, Uncle Patrick wasn't just a star on screen, he was a light in my life. He was a man who lived fully, loved deeply, and never forgot his family. He was my second father, my hero, and my best friend."
Joram also expressed his gratitude for his uncle's lasting influence.
"Rest peacefully, Uncle. You've touched so many lives, and your memory will forever shine bright. I love you always," he added.
The tribute message ended with a heartfelt prayer for his uncle.
Meanwhile, The Provincial Information Office of Oriental Mindoro also paid tribute to their former Board Member on Facebook, recognizing his years of public service.
Patrick Dela Rosa was one of the well-known heartthrobs of his time, appearing in both movies and television. He was best remembered for his roles in Kristo, Suspek, and Ping Lacson: Super Cop.
After retiring from showbiz, he and his family relocated to California, where he pursued a career as a businessman.
Before this, he served as a Calapan City councilor, senior board member, and as acting vice governor of Oriental Mindoro.
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