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The Province
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Province
'Our hearts are broken': Artists speak out after Lapu Lapu Day tragedy
Ap and J-Rey, both of the American musical group Black Eyed Peas, had just finished performing when the devastating attack unfolded. Attendees at the annual Lapu-Lapu day event in Vancouver Saturday. The event is a celebration of the Filipino community. An attack late Saturday night killed 11 people. Photo by Jason Payne / PNG Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Headlining performers from the Lapu-Lapu Day Block Party took to social media to share their sentiments following the festival tragedy. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. 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Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Ap and J-Rey, both of the American musical group Black Eyed Peas, issued a joint statement on Instagram on Sunday noting their 'hearts are broken for the victims, their families, and everyone affected by the tragedy at the Lapu-Lapu Festival.' The two artists had just left the mainstage of the event where they led the festival's entertainment offering on Saturday night before a black SUV sped through a pedestrian-only area at the Filipino community celebrations in south Vancouver. 'J-Rey and I had just finished performing and left the stage minutes before it happened,' Ap shared in the post. According to a press release shared prior to the festival, the event was scheduled to take place from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. The car drove into the crowd around 8:14 p.m., according to police. Essential reading for hockey fans who eat, sleep, Canucks, repeat. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'It's hard to describe the shock and the heaviness we feel,' wrote Ap. Adding sentiments of thanks for all who had checked in following the tragedy, Ap asked fans and followers to keep the victims, families and organizers of the Lapu Lapu Day Block Party in their prayers. 'They need all the love and strength right now,' said Ap. of The Black Eyed Peas. Photo by Darren Brown / Darren Brown/Ottawa Sun/QMI Agen While shared as a joint statement, J-Rey took to the comments section of the social media post to add additional sentiments. 'We came to Vancouver to celebrate and be with our community,' the Filipino-American singer wrote. 'Devastated beyond words to learn about the tragedy that unfolded. Still in shock. Thoughts and prayers to everyone and all the families affected. Sending love and prayers to all the Filipinos in B.C.' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Swiggle Mandela also performed at the Vancouver festival on Saturday. Accompanied by a video from the day, which shows the rapper performing in front of a crowd, the rapper highlighted the positivity he witnessed at the event prior to the car-ramming attack. 'I witnessed the horrific tragedy that took away so many innocent loving people in a senseless act of violence,' Swiggle Mandela shared. 'And while the whole world is mourning for obvious reasons, I also want to highlight the positivity and how incredible Lapu Lapu Day was, because majority of what is being shown is the negativity that took place, and I think it is important to try and share some positivity.' The Portland-based artist said he is 'heartbroken for Vancouver B.C. and the Filipino community worldwide' and pledged to do whatever he can to help the victims. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'Lapulapu day was a beautiful celebration of our Filipino heritage. It was a victory for Filipino people all over the world and for our ancestors,' Swiggle Mandela wrote. 'It was a soul shaking event, and all of the artists were incredible. The attendees were nothing short of amazing. 'When I begin to hear about the terrible tragedy, all I could think was those are the people who were showing us so much hospitality, love, and support. Those are my people, screaming, and crying. My soul is absolutely torn, especially for the children. No one deserves this. As Filipino people we have gone through so much from colonization and more and I'm not sure how but we will overcome this. 'I just want to say Mahal Kita to everyone who is affected and thank you to all of the friends who became family on this trip. We have to be there for each other. Salamat, I am with you all.' The current death toll from the tragedy is 11, with victims ranging in age from 5 to 65. Many more people remain in hospital with injuries. Aharris@ Read More National Local News Sports Celebrity News
Vancouver Sun
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Vancouver Sun
'Our hearts are broken': Apl.de. Ap, J-Rey speak out after Lapu Lapu Day tragedy
Article content Headlining performers from the Lapu-Lapu Day Block Party took to social media to share their sentiments following the festival tragedy. Article content Ap and J-Rey, both of the American musical group Black Eyed Peas, issued a joint statement on Instagram on Sunday noting their 'hearts are broken for the victims, their families, and everyone affected by the tragedy at the Lapu-Lapu Festival.' Article content The two artists had just left the mainstage of the event where they led the festival's entertainment offering on Saturday night before a black SUV sped through a pedestrian-only area at the Filipino community celebrations in south Vancouver. Article content 'J-Rey and I had just finished performing and left the stage minutes before it happened,' Ap shared in the post. According to a press release shared prior to the festival, the event was scheduled to take place from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. The car drove into the crowd around 8:14 p.m., according to police. Article content Article content View this post on Instagram A post shared by (@apldeap) Article content Adding sentiments of thanks for all who had checked in following the tragedy, Ap asked fans and followers to keep the victims, families and organizers of the Lapu Lapu Day Block Party in their prayers. Article content 'They need all the love and strength right now,' said Ap. Article content Article content While shared as a joint statement, J-Rey took to the comments section of the social media post to add additional sentiments. Article content 'We came to Vancouver to celebrate and be with our community,' the Filipino-American singer wrote. 'Devastated beyond words to learn about the tragedy that unfolded. Still in shock. Thoughts and prayers to everyone and all the families affected. Sending love and prayers to all the Filipinos in B.C.' Article content Article content Swiggle Mandela also performed at the Vancouver festival on Saturday. Accompanied by a video from the day, which shows the rapper performing in front of a crowd, the rapper highlighted the positivity he witnessed at the event prior to the car-ramming attack. Article content Article content 'I witnessed the horrific tragedy that took away so many innocent loving people in a senseless act of violence,' Swiggle Mandela shared. 'And while the whole world is mourning for obvious reasons, I also want to highlight the positivity and how incredible Lapu Lapu Day was, because majority of what is being shown is the negativity that took place, and I think it is important to try and share some positivity.' Article content The Portland-based artist said he is 'heartbroken for Vancouver B.C. and the Filipino community worldwide' and pledged to do whatever he can to help the victims.
Vancouver Sun
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Vancouver Sun
'Our hearts are broken': Artists speak out after Lapu Lapu Day tragedy
Article content Headlining performers from the Lapu-Lapu Day Block Party took to social media to share their sentiments following the festival tragedy. Article content Ap and J-Rey, both of the American musical group Black Eyed Peas, issued a joint statement on Instagram on Sunday noting their 'hearts are broken for the victims, their families, and everyone affected by the tragedy at the Lapu-Lapu Festival.' Article content The two artists had just left the mainstage of the event where they led the festival's entertainment offering on Saturday night before a black SUV sped through a pedestrian-only area at the Filipino community celebrations in south Vancouver. Article content 'J-Rey and I had just finished performing and left the stage minutes before it happened,' Ap shared in the post. According to a press release shared prior to the festival, the event was scheduled to take place from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. The car drove into the crowd around 8:14 p.m., according to police. Article content Article content View this post on Instagram A post shared by (@apldeap) Article content Adding sentiments of thanks for all who had checked in following the tragedy, Ap asked fans and followers to keep the victims, families and organizers of the Lapu Lapu Day Block Party in their prayers. Article content 'They need all the love and strength right now,' said Ap. Article content Article content While shared as a joint statement, J-Rey took to the comments section of the social media post to add additional sentiments. Article content 'We came to Vancouver to celebrate and be with our community,' the Filipino-American singer wrote. 'Devastated beyond words to learn about the tragedy that unfolded. Still in shock. Thoughts and prayers to everyone and all the families affected. Sending love and prayers to all the Filipinos in B.C.' Article content Article content Swiggle Mandela also performed at the Vancouver festival on Saturday. Accompanied by a video from the day, which shows the rapper performing in front of a crowd, the rapper highlighted the positivity he witnessed at the event prior to the car-ramming attack. Article content Article content 'I witnessed the horrific tragedy that took away so many innocent loving people in a senseless act of violence,' Swiggle Mandela shared. 'And while the whole world is mourning for obvious reasons, I also want to highlight the positivity and how incredible Lapu Lapu Day was, because majority of what is being shown is the negativity that took place, and I think it is important to try and share some positivity.' Article content The Portland-based artist said he is 'heartbroken for Vancouver B.C. and the Filipino community worldwide' and pledged to do whatever he can to help the victims.
Perth Now
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Apl.de.ap in shock over Canada festival tragedy
Black Eyed Peas star is in "shock" after leaving the stage just "minutes" before the attack on a festival in Canada on Saturday (26.04.25). A man drove an SUV into a crowd at the Lapu Lapu street festival in Vancouver, killing at least 11 people and leaving others injured, and the 50-year-old musician has urged fans to pray for those affected by the tragedy. He wrote on Instagram: "Our hearts are broken for the victims, their families and everyone affected by the tragedy at the Lapu Lapu festival. "J-Rey and I had just finished performing and left the stage minutes before it happened. It is hard to describe the shock and the heaviness we feel. "Thanks to everyone who's checked in - your love means the world to me. "Please keep the victims, their families and the organisers in your prayers. They need all the love and strength right now. 'The one thing I have noticed from the audience to the messages sent around, is the sense of community that wraps its loving arms around us. We love you all." Comic Jo Koy, who is of Filipino-American heritage, has also shared his devastation over the incident. He said in a statement shared to social media: "I'm heartbroken to hear what took place at the Vancouver Filipino festival. 'This is supposed to be an event that honors and celebrates our beautiful culture, and now we're mourning the loss of 11 lives that were taken too soon. My heart goes out to everyone that was affected by this horrific event. Mahal kita, Police arrested a 30-year-old man from Vancouver at the scene and later said they were "confident" it was not a terror-related attack. King Charles and Queen Camilla said they were "profoundly saddened" by the tragedy. In a statement signed 'Charles R', the king said: "Both my wife and I were profoundly saddened to learn of the dreadful attack and utterly tragic loss of life in Vancouver, which took place as the Filipino community came together to mark the celebration of one of their most special festivals. "Our hearts and prayers go out to all those whose lives have been shattered by such a desperate tragedy and we send our deepest possible sympathy at a most agonising time for so many in Canada." Kai-Ji Adam Lo, who is described as having a history of mental health-related interactions with authorities, has been charged with eight counts of second-degree murders, and further charges are anticipated in the case. Those killed range in age from five to 65. Vancouver Police interim chief Steve Rai added at a press conference: 'Dozens more are injured, some critically, and some have not yet been identified."
Daily Mirror
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Black Eyed Peas star 'heartbroken' after Lapu-Lapu Festival tragedy
A Black Eyed Peas star has spoken out on the tragic Lapu-Lapu Festival incident which occurred moments after he finished performing. In a statement, said: "Our hearts are broken for the victims, their families, and everyone affected by the tragedy at the Lapu-Lapu Festival. "J-Rey and I had just finished performing and left the stage minutes before it happened. It's hard to describe the shock and the heaviness we feel. Thank you to everyone who's checked in your love means the world. "Please keep the victims, their families, and the organizers in your prayers. They need all the love and strength right now. The one thing I have noticed from the audience to the messages sent around, is the sense of community that wraps its loving arms around us. We love you all."
