Joey Albert, ibinunyag kung bakit handa na siyang harapin ang panganib ng cancer
- Joey Albert revealed that she had long prepared herself emotionally for the possibility of developing cancer because of her family's medical history
- The veteran singer shared that she has Lynch syndrome, a genetic condition that increases her risk of developing several types of cancer
- Despite surviving three different cancers, Joey admitted that chemotherapy and its side effects were physically and emotionally painful
- She said her faith, hope, and desire to leave behind a meaningful legacy for her family kept her moving forward throughout her battle
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Veteran OPM singer Joey Albert has opened up about the deeply personal journey behind her battle with three different types of cancer, revealing that she had long accepted the possibility that the illness could one day become part of her life.
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Appearing on Fast Talk with Boy Abunda on Thursday, July 24, Joey reflected on how faith and perseverance became her greatest sources of strength during one of the most difficult chapters of her life.
“You know, it's really just one foot in front of the other when it's something like that, and hope, and faith,” Joey said.
The singer explained that cancer was never a distant possibility for her. Having lost both her father and older sister to the disease, she grew up aware that she carried a higher risk because of Lynch syndrome, a hereditary genetic condition associated with an increased likelihood of developing several forms of cancer.
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“Nu'ng finally, nangyari na sa 'kin, actually, siyempre tuwing nangyayari, iisipin mo, 'Ito na ba, Lord? Ito na ba, Lord?' Pero alam mo, dahil siguro nakita ko na 'yung daddy ko at saka ate ko, parang there was a part of me na talagang parang naghahanda na lang,” she shared.
Knowing that possibility shaped how she approached life long before her diagnosis. Joey said she became intentional with every decision, making sure her choices would benefit her husband, children, loved ones, and the people who had supported her throughout her career.
“Every moment of my life, every decision I made, sinubukan ko talaga at sinikap kong gawing desisyon para sa kabutihan ng pamilya ko, ng mga anak ko, ng asawa ko, or ng mga naniwala sa 'kin throughout my career.”
She added, “At least alam ko na 'pag may nangyari sa 'kin, maganda na 'yung naiwanan ko.”
Even while undergoing treatment, Joey tried to maintain a positive outlook. She credited her late mother for teaching her not to let others see her suffering, which is why she often appeared cheerful whenever she returned to the Philippines despite what she was going through.
“But you know, it helps you also to carry that burden joyfully kasi kaya na-i-inspire 'yung mga tao, natuto rin sila na nakita nila na 'Kung kaya ni Joey, kaya ko rin,'” she explained.
Still, Joey made it clear that surviving cancer was far from easy. She acknowledged the harsh realities of chemotherapy, the pain of its side effects, hair loss, and the emotional burden of not knowing what the future might bring.
“Hindi ko itatago, hindi naman ako magkukunwari. Siyempre, mahirap at saka masakit na masakit na masakit 'yung chemo, masakit 'yung side effects, mahirap din na nakikita mo na parang nauubos 'yung buhok konti-konti, at saka parang 'yung uncertainty, I think also the uncertainty na, of course, yes, laban ka nang laban nang laban, pero hindi mo rin naman talaga alam kung hanggang saan ka dadalhin ng paglalaban mo.”
Despite those hardships, Joey's story has become one of resilience, faith, and hope, inspiring many people facing their own battles.
Joey Albert is an iconic Filipino pop and jazz singer who rose to fame in the 1980s with timeless OPM classics like "Tell Me," "Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin," and "Iisa Pa Lamang". Recognized as the first Filipino artist to record on CD, she later relocated to Canada while continuing to perform and give back through her advocacy work.
In another report, Jose Mari Chan is set to lead the concert Afterglow: Seasons of the Heart on July 11 at the PICC Plenary Hall as he marks over 60 years in the music industry. The veteran performer said he is thankful that a new generation of artists continues to give life to his timeless songs. He also made it clear that retirement is not yet on his mind, adding that he will keep singing for as long as people continue to support him. Although he recalled nearly losing his voice during a previous concert, Chan said he still plans to perform all 12 songs lined up for the upcoming event.
Meanwhile, Chito Miranda looked back on his longtime friendship with Anne Curtis after the two shared a lighthearted duet during Angel Locsin's birthday celebration. The Parokya ni Edgar frontman said they have remained close for almost 20 years despite not seeing each other as often these days. He also described Anne as someone who has stayed humble and approachable through the years. During the gathering, Neri Naig also achieved a personal wish after finally getting the chance to meet Anne in person.
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