Filipino singer Freddie Aguilar, best known for the 1970s hit 'Anak', dies at 72
Freddie Aguilar was best known for his 1970s hit song 'Anak' which is about a parent's love for a wayward child. Photo: Freddie Aguilar/Facebook
Original Pilipino Music (OPM) icon Freddie Aguilar has died while confined at the Philippine Heart Center. He was 72.
Lawyer George Briones of Partido Federal ng Pilipinas (PFP), where Aguilar formerly served as the national executive vice president, confirmed the artiste's demise as per multiple reports.
The singer-composer had appealed for prayers through his Facebook page last May 20, although he did not immediately disclose his condition.
His partner Jovie Albao also earlier spoke about the well-wishes they have been receiving and how she is 'always finding courage in the face of fear.'
'A lot has happened this week. There were many emotional moments but I must not be weak. I need to be strong to take care of him,' she said on her Facebook page on May 21.
'Our priority now is Freddie's condition. I'm sorry I cannot share detailed information this matter is only for family and close friends,' she continued.. 'But I can assure you that he is in good hands and he's getting all the medications he needs.'
Albao appealed at the time for prayers, saying that she only shared to the public what Aguilar wanted to share about his condition.
In a succeeding post, Albao showed a photo taken at the Philippine Heart Center, adding the caption, 'Stay strong, things will get better. It may be stormy now, but it can't rain forever.'
Aguilar's fellow celebrity, actress Vivian Velez, was among those who lament his passing.
'Our heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. His music will forever live on in our hearts,' she said.
Aguilar was best known for his 1970s hit song Anak which is about a parent's love for a wayward child. The track was released in over 50 countries, translated in 29 languages, and re-recorded in over 100 versions.
Aside from Anak, the composer also wrote songs known for their social themes, like Katarungan, Magdalena, Pangako and Luzviminda . – Philippine Daily Inquirer/Asia News Network
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