Elijah Canlas remembers late brother JM with nostalgic video and heartfelt caption

• Elijah Canlas shared an emotional throwback video featuring himself, Jerom, and their late brother JM
• In the caption, he expressed how JM’s image and voice remain clear to him, emphasizing the unbreakable connection they shared
• The post reflected the actor’s deep grief and his lasting love for his younger brother
• JM, who passed away at just 17, was mourned publicly after Jerom confirmed the heartbreaking news in August 2023

Elijah Canlas poured his heart out on social media as he remembered his late brother JM through a touching childhood throwback video.

The clip featured Elijah with his brothers Jerom and JM during their younger years, a moment that stirred both nostalgia and grief.

Alongside the video, the award-winning actor wrote an emotional message addressed to JM. He began,

“Sometimes, i close my eyes to reminisce about you. Other times i open them to imagine you beside me,” he began.

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He continued, “Your voice and image are still so vivid to me. I miss you always, JM. Lagi’t lagi kang nasa puso’t isip.”

Elijah ended his tribute with a heartfelt promise: “Tatlo tayo habambuhay.”

The message revealed how deeply Elijah continues to feel the loss of his brother, who passed away at just 17 years old. To recall, JM’s death was confirmed on August 3, 2023, through a social media announcement made by his eldest brother, Jerom.

Since then, Elijah has often shared memories of JM, openly expressing his grief and love for his younger brother.

JM Canlas was best known for appearing in films, including the 2017 independent film “Kiko Boksingero.” He was also part of the Tagalog dub of “Stranger Things.” JM's first television appearance was in the series Team Yey back in 2016.

Elijah Canlas, on the other hand, is a critically acclaimed Filipino actor and commercial model. He began his acting career at age 14 with the independent film Sundalong Kanin. He gained widespread recognition for his lead role in Kalel, 15. In 2024, he was honored as Best Primetime Drama Actor at the Platinum Stallion National Media Awards for his performance in ABS-CBN's Senior High.

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As previously reported by KAMI earlier this year, Elijah Canlas revealed that his single, 'Loved Song,' was made for Miles Ocampo. According to ABS-CBN News, Elijah said in an interview that it was the actress who first heard the song three years ago. The 'Senior High' actor likewise shared Miles' genuine reaction to the song as well.

Elijah Canlas, an award-winning actor, shared an emotional and heartfelt reflection on the passing of his younger brother, JM Canlas, during an exclusive interview with PUSH ABS-CBN. The Kapamilya star, known for his nuanced performances on screen, became candid as he opened up about JM and the deep pride he still holds for his late brother, which touched netizens' hearts. "I'm just so proud of him. Syempre, yun yung regrets. I wish I did let him know kung gaano ako proud sa kaniya, how much I love him, how much I care for him," Elijah began in the interview.

Source: KAMI.com.gh