Nagpahatid ng pakikiramay si Jericho Rosales sa girlfriend na si Janine Gutierrez at sa pamilya nito dahil sa pagpanaw ng lola nito, ang music icon at Asia’s Queen of Songs na si Pilita Corrales.

Sa pamamagitan ng kanyang Instagram account ay nagpasalamat si Echo kay Pilita na nakilala niya ito.

“and big hugs to the family of a legend and most beloved singer of my mother. Her songs went beyond memory.

“It was a great honor to have met her. Maraming-maraming salamat po,” ang pahayag ng aktor.

Matatandaan na August last year ay isinama ni Janine si Echo sa celebration ng 85thbirthday ng kanyang Mamita.

Sa naturang event ay hinandugan pa ni Echo si Pilita ng kantang “Change the World.”

Bukod kay Echo, nagbigay din ng tribute si Charo Santos sa pumanaw na Asia’s Queen of Songs sa kanyang social media account.

“Today, we lost a legend — not just in music, but in spirit.

“Pilita Corrales was more than Asia’s Queen of Songs. she was a force of nature. She gave us music that lived in our hearts long after the final note. With every performance, she reminded us what it meant to be proud of being Filipino. My mom, who loved to sing, adored her. In fact, she even had a guesting stint in “An Evening with Pilita” — a moment she cherished for life.

“Tita Pilita was beauty personified — always impeccably styled, with that signature coiffed hair and radiant poise. She blazed trails for women in entertainment — not just by singing, but by standing tall with elegance and strength.

“I will always remember the way she made the stage her own — with that signature backbend and that magnetic smile that could charm an entire room into silence. She had a way of making every moment feel like a finale — and every joke land with perfect timing. Tita Pilita was the kind of woman who could sing a kundiman, throw in a punchline, and still look flawless doing both.

“But beyond the showmanship, I will remember her warmth, her generosity, and the grace with which she carried herself — on and off the spotlight.

“A million thanks to you, Tita Pilita.

“You will remain in our hearts — always singing, always shining. Rest in power.

“My sincere sympathy and deepest condolences to all her loved ones. May you find comfort in the love she gave so generously, and in the legacy she leaves behind.

“Nagmamahal, Charo,” ang mahabang pagpupugay ni Charo for Pilita.

Inaalala naman ni Zsa Zsa Padilla sa kanyang tribute ang mga panahong nakakasama niya si Pilita pati na ang mga payong ibinigay nito sa kanya.

“Dearest Tita Pilita, It’s hard to imagine a world without you. I can still vividly hear your voice, see your beautiful face, and feel your warmth, charm, and unmatched humor. You were truly one of a kind.

“I’ll never forget the first time we worked together — what an honor it was to finally get to know you beyond the icon I had long admired. You were always so candid, so funny, so full of life. I will miss your stories deeply.

“I will forever treasure the advice you’ve shared with me. And with great sadness, I say goodbye… to my idol, my inspiration.

“Thank you for your greatness. Thank you for your songs, which will forever live in my heart. Maraming salamat. I love you, Tita.

“My deepest condolences to your family. With love and endless admiration, ZZP,” pahayag ni Zsa Zsa.

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