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Kara David mourns death of 'Kapit-Hininga' documentary subject Luz Clarito Balagtas
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Kara David is grieving the loss of Luz Clarito Balagtas, the young man featured in her I-Witness documentary "Kapit-Hininga" who passed away after battling tuberculosis.
On Facebook, the veteran Kapuso journalist shared the heartbreaking news that Balagtas died on May 29 at the age of 27.
Remembering him in an emotional tribute, Kara David identified Luz as the documentary subject whose struggle with tuberculosis became the focus of the I-Witness episode.
“Malungkot na balita. Pumanaw na ang ating kaibigang si Luz Clarito Balagtas,” Kara wrote.
She recalled that Luz's condition was especially difficult because he was unable to obtain enough medication for his illness.
“Sa mga nakapanood ng aming dokyu na 'Kapit-Hininga,' si Luz ang lalaking may sakit na tuberculosis — na sa kasamaang-palad hindi nakakuha ng sapat na gamot para sa kanyang sakit,” she said.
Kara David also reflected on the lasting impact the documentary had on her, describing it as one of the stories that stirred a mix of emotions.
“Isa ito sa mga dokyu na nakaramdam ako ng magkahalong galit, lungkot at panghihinayang. Paalam Luz, salamat sa mga alaala,” she added.
Alongside her message, Kara posted a video containing scenes from "Kapit-Hininga" as well as footage from her recent visit to Balagtas' wake.
According to the journalist, Luz's tuberculosis diagnosis was confirmed in August 2025. His story was later featured in the documentary, which shed light on the challenges faced by patients struggling to access proper treatment.
The full episode of "Kapit-Hininga" remains available for viewing on the official I-Witness YouTube channel.
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