Filipino actors who deceased at age 38
Here are 2 famous actors from Philippines died at 38:
Jay Ilagan
Jay Ilagan (March 6, 1953 Manila-February 3, 1992 Quezon City) a.k.a. Julius Abad Ilagan or Angel Ilagan was a Filipino actor. He had two children, Alexandra Ilagan and Leona R. Ilagan.
Ilagan was a versatile actor who appeared in a variety of films, television shows, and stage productions. He began acting in the 1970s and became known for his role as the lead in the 1978 Philippine adaptation of the hit American sitcom "The Jeffersons". He also appeared in several popular films, such as "Gaano Kadalas ang Minsan?" (1982), "Bakit Manipis ang Ulap?" (1985), and "Saan Nagtatago ang Pag-ibig?" (1987).
In addition to his acting career, Ilagan was involved in politics and advocacy work. He served as the National President of the Philippine Councilors League from 1988 to 1992 and was a member of the Nationalist People's Coalition political party. He was also a public advocate for mental health, having experienced his own struggles with depression and anxiety.
Ilagan's life was tragically cut short when he fell to his death from the balcony of his 10th floor apartment in Quezon City in 1992. His death was ruled a suicide, and it prompted conversations about mental health and the pressures faced by actors in the entertainment industry. Despite his untimely passing, Ilagan's contributions to Philippine cinema and advocacy work continue to be remembered and celebrated by his fans and colleagues in the years since his death.
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John Apacible
John Apacible (January 22, 1973 Pulilan-March 20, 2011 Quezon City) a.k.a. Enrique R. Apacible III, Jon Apacible, Enrique Rustia Apacible or Enrique Rustia Apacible III was a Filipino actor.
He started his acting career in the 1990s and appeared in numerous films and television shows. Some of his notable roles include "Ang Kapatid Kong Pakpak" and "Magandang Tanghali Bayan."
Aside from acting, Apacible was also a businessman and owned a motorcycle dealership. He was a well-known car and motorcycle enthusiast and often participated in racing events.
Apacible unfortunately passed away in 2011 due to a heart attack at the young age of 38, leaving behind his wife and children. Despite his untimely demise, his legacy as an accomplished actor and avid racer lives on.
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