Patrick Dela Rosa dies; Mindoro mourns the passing of the former actor and former Board Member
· Former actor and Oriental Mindoro Board Member Patrick Dela Rosa has passed away, as announced by the Provincial Information Office
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· The PIO extended deep gratitude to Dela Rosa for his contributions to both the entertainment industry and public service for Mindoreños
· Dela Rosa was known for portraying memorable villain roles in 80s and 90s action films like Kristo and Ping Lacson: Super Cop
· After his political career, he had moved to California, USA, where he led a private life as a successful businessman
Patrick Dela Rosa, a former actor and former Oriental Mindoro Board Member, has died.
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The former actor, whose spanned memorable villain roles in the 1980s and 90s before he transitioned into public service as a respected Board Member.
Patrick, who later pursued a quiet life as a businessman in the United States, passed away recently, leaving behind a legacy that bridges the world of cinematic drama and dedicated governance.
The news was officially confirmed by the Oriental Mindoro Provincial Information Office (PIO), which issued a solemn Facebook post extending its profound sympathies to the Dela Rosa family. The message, heartfelt and appreciative, underscored the dual nature of his contribution to society.
“The Provincial Government extends its deepest condolences to the family of the late Former Board Member Patrick Dela Rosa,” the PIO stated. “Thank you very much for the memories you left behind, not only in the acting industry but also in providing service to the people of Mindoro.”
Patrick’s showbiz career was defined by his commanding presence, often casting him as the formidable antagonist in hard-hitting action films.
He stood out in a competitive era of Philippine cinema, delivering intense performances in notable movies such as Kristo, Suspek, Ping Lacson: Super Cop, and Ex-Con. His portrayal of villains was crucial in defining the narratives of justice and heroism, making him a fixture of the action genre.
Following his successful stint in front of the camera, Patrick answered the call of public service, dedicating his efforts to the people of Oriental Mindoro as a Board Member.
This shift demonstrated his commitment to serving his home province, translating his public visibility into meaningful work for his constituents.
After his political career, Dela Rosa chose a path away from the public eye, migrating with his family to California, in the United States.
There, he built a new life as a businessman, embracing a sense of normalcy and privacy that was a stark contrast to his high-profile past.
In previous interviews, Patrick expressed a deep contentment with this change, often noting his appreciation for the simplicity and freedom it afforded him.
He valued the ability to live a life outside the constant scrutiny of showbiz, focusing instead on his family and his entrepreneurial pursuits.
His journey—from the dramatic intensity of a screen villain to the solemn responsibility of a public servant, and finally, to the quiet dignity of a private citizen—is a powerful narrative of reinvention and finding fulfillment in life's different stages.
As the community remembers the actor, the tribute from the Provincial Information Office resonates deeply, acknowledging the multifaceted impact he had: the memorable roles he brought to life for a generation of moviegoers and the genuine service he rendered to the Mindoreños he represented.
As the Oriental Mindoro Provincial Information Office indicated, Patrick will be remembered as a figure who excelled in two vastly different, yet equally challenging, arenas.
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Another popular Pinoy celebrity who died this year is Asia's Queen of Songs, Pilita Corrales. Her granddaughter, actress Janine Gutierrez, confirmed the news through a social media post. She was also famously known in the entertainment world by the affectionate moniker "Mamita." Pilita is the mother of actress Jackie Lou Blanco and actor Ramon Christopher Gutierrez, who is the father of the well-known actress Janine Gutierrez.
Her former son-in-law, Ricky Davao, who himself is a beloved veteran actor, also passed away a few weeks later after Pilita died. Ricky died at the age of 63, according to a Facebook post by the Daily Tribune. He had been diagnosed with a terminal illness in 2024, though the details of his condition were kept private. It can be recalled that Ricky was married to actress Jackie Lou Blanco, and they had three children: Kenneth, Arabella, and Rikki Mae. His final appearance was in the musical "Silver Lining Redux," leaving a lasting mark on the industry.
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