Freddie Aguilar, OPM Legend, Passes Away at 72, Leaving Nation in Mourning
— Freddie Aguilar, OPM legend known for “Anak,” has died at 72, leaving behind a legacy in Filipino music.
Freddie Aguilar has passed away at the age of 72, his death confirmed to GMA News Online by Atty. George Briones, the general counsel of Partido Federal ng Pilipinas (PFP), on Tuesday. Aguilar previously served as the national executive vice president of the party.
His wife, Jovie, shared heartfelt updates online, expressing gratitude to those who checked on her during Freddie’s illness. The Philippine Heart Center also extended their thanks to the public.
In a Facebook post, Jovie wrote, “Nakakatouch yung mga kinukumusta rin ako sa gitna ng kalagayan ni Freddie. Hindi ko kayo maisa-isa replayan pero wag kayo mag alala ok lang ako, always finding courage in the face of fear.”
She added, “Ang priority natin ngayon ay ang kalagayan ni Freddie, pasensya na kayo na wala akong mabigay na detailed info sa inyo kasi pang-pamilya at malalapit na kaibigan lang muna ito.”
Freddie Aguilar, a renowned Filipino singer and songwriter, is survived by his wife Jovie and their four children, Maegan, Jonan, Isabella, and Jeriko, from a previous marriage.
Widely recognized as a pillar and icon of Original Pilipino Music (OPM), Aguilar gained international fame with his hit song “Anak,” which was translated into 51 languages. His other notable songs include “Bulag, Pipi At Bingi” and “Magdalena,” among many others.
