Freddie Aguilar passes away at 72
Freddie Aguilar has passed away at the age of 72.
His death was confirmed to GMA News Online by Atty. George Briones, the general counsel of Partido Federal ng Pilipinas (PFP). Aguilar formerly served as the national executive vice president of PFP.
The Filipino singer and songwriter is survived by his wife Jovie, and his four children from his previous marriage: Maegan, Jonan, Isabella and Jeriko.
Regarded as one of the pillars and icons of OPM, Aguilar is best known for his hit song 'Anak' which became an international hit and was translated into 51 languages.
More of his hit songs include 'Bulag, Pipi At Bingi,' and 'Magdalena,' among many others. —Freddie Aguilar/JCB, GMA Integrated News
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