Denise Laurel pays heartfelt tribute to late uncle Cocoy Laurel

• Denise Laurel is mourning the passing of veteran film and theater actor Cocoy Laurel
• The actress-singer took to social media to pay tribute to her uncle, whom she dubbed her “mentor and confidant”
• She honored Cocoy for gracing the world with his talent, beautiful heart, and unwavering faith
• Denise also expressed how thankful she is to her late uncle for the inspiration

Denise Laurel is currently grieving the passing of her uncle, veteran film and theater actor Cocoy Laurel.

She has taken to social media to share a heartfelt post paying tribute to Cocoy, who was her “mentor and confidant.”

“With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of my beloved uncle, mentor and confidant Cocoy Laurel — a gifted actor, singer, and a man that LIVED FOR GOD,” the actress-singer penned.

Denise went on to laud and honor her late uncle’s lasting impact on the world.

”He graced the world with his world class talent, his saint like kindness, his massive heart filled with love for everyone, generosity and his unwavering faith.”

She continued, “His voice — one that moved so many hearts and lifted spirits — now leading the heavenly choir, singing praises before the throne of the One he served so deeply reunited with his friends and family.”

Denise went on to write a comforting note regarding the unfortunate news.

“Though we mourn his absence, we celebrate his life and the legacy of love, art, and devotion he leaves behind in the hearts of all the people whose life he’s changed.”

Denise concluded her post by expressing her deep gratitude to her late uncle for the inspiration.

“Forever thankful for how he changed mine. Had he not sung so boldly with his life, I may never have found my own voice. The path I walk as an artist was first lit by his steps and inspired by his love.”

See her poignant post below:

Cocoy Laurel, whose full name is Victor “Cocoy” Laurel, is a veteran Filipino actor, singer, and theatre performer from the prominent Laurel family. He first rose to fame in the 1970s as a movie heartthrob, appearing alongside Nora Aunor in hit films like "Lollipops and Roses," "Lollipops and Roses at Burong Talangka," and "Impossible Dream." A multi-talented artist, he also pursued fine arts, studying painting in Madrid, and trained in prestigious performing arts schools such as the American Academy of Dramatic Arts and Juilliard.

Cocoy passed away at 72 years old on Saturday, June 14, his niece Nicole Laurel Asensio announced on social media.

As previously reported by KAMI, Zsa Zsa Padilla has taken to social media to pay tribute to Cocoy. She expressed her heartfelt gratitude for Cocoy’s “beautiful gift.” The Divine Diva also recalled her last meeting with him, which took place just last month.

Jenine Desiderio also is among those who took to social media to react to the heartbreaking news. In her post published on Monday, June 16, Jenine shared a couple of throwback photos of her and Cocoy. Along with the snaps, Jenine expressed her emotional thoughts about Cocoy’s sudden demise.

Source: KAMI.com.gh