Budoy Marabiles, former 'PBB' housemate and Junior Kilat frontman, passes away

• Budoy, known in real life as Errol Marabiles, passed away on December 4 in Oslob, Cebu at age 54
• His death was confirmed by Sigbin Haus, the music venue he co-founded, and it prompted widespread condolences from fans, fellow musicians, and supporters of Cebuano arts
• He was best known as the frontman of the influential Cebu-based reggae band Junior Kilat
• Budoy also gained national recognition as part of the inaugural Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Edition in 2006 alongside other Cebuano housemates

Pioneer Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Edition housemate and Cebuano musician Budoy, known in real life as Errol Marabiles, passed away on December 4 in his hometown of Oslob, Cebu. He was 54.

News of his passing was confirmed through a Facebook post by Sigbin Haus, a live music venue in Santander, Cebu, which Budoy co-founded with his friend Dennis Pettersen. In the heartfelt announcement, Dennis shared the shock and grief of losing a longtime partner and confidant. “It is with a heavy heart I write this,” he emotionally wrote.

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“Today at 3pm my partner at Sigbinhaus and best friend for almost 20 year, Errol 'Budoy' Marabiles, suddenly left us,” he continued.

Dennis added that although countless memories came to mind, the weight of the loss was overwhelming.

“I could write a ton about our good memories, but right now, I feel just so empty and lonely.”

The announcement prompted an outpouring of condolences from fans, fellow musicians, and supporters of Cebuano arts who remembered Budoy as a cultural trailblazer.

Budoy was best known as the frontman of the Cebu-based reggae band Junior Kilat, a group celebrated for its Bisaya anthems and its influence on the local reggae scene. He also gained nationwide recognition after joining the inaugural PBB Celebrity Edition in 2006, where he entered the house alongside other Cebuano housemates, including eventual big winner Keanna Reeves.

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Budoy joins a list of notable personalities whose deaths have recently been confirmed through different media outlets.

In a recent report, Jimmy Mariano, a former PBA player, champion coach, and Olympian, passed away at the age of 84, the league announced on December 7. The PBA extended its condolences to his family and loved ones, recognizing his significant contributions to Philippine basketball. Mariano was renowned as a talented left-handed shooter and one of the pioneering big men capable of scoring from long range. He also guided Presto to the 1990 All-Filipino Conference championship, leaving a lasting legacy as both a player and a coach.

As previously reported by KAMI, veteran actress and dedicated humanitarian Rosa Rosal passed away on November 15 at the age of 97, the Philippine National Red Cross officially confirmed. Known not only for her decades-long career in film and television but also for her tireless advocacy in public service, Rosal left an indelible mark on both the entertainment industry and humanitarian work in the Philippines. The Red Cross paid tribute to her remarkable contributions, honoring her “legacy of genuine service, dignity, and love for humanity.”

Source: KAMI.com.gh