Ina ni Sue Ramirez na si Chit Dodd, pumanaw kamakailan lang

• The beloved mom of actress Sue Ramirez, Concepcion “Chit” Dodd, has passed away Monday evening, August 17, 2026
• It can be recalled that the actress bravely fought alongside her family earlier this year, appealing for blood donors during her mother's critical open-heart surgery
• Beyond showbiz ties, Mommy Chit was widely respected across Negros as a fierce trade union leader and champion for workers' rights
• Tributes continue to pour in from regional leaders and fans honoring Sue and her family during this deeply difficult time of grief

Actress Sue Ramirez’s mom, Concepcion “Chit” Dodd has passed away, prompting the Philippine entertainment and labor sectors to be cloaked in deep mourning.

Chit is a towering pillar of worker advocacy and the beloved mother of the acclaimed actress.

According to a report by the Inquirer, the veteran labor leader breathed her last on Monday evening, August 17, 2026, leaving behind an indelible legacy of fierce dedication, unwavering principles, and profound maternal love.

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For a family that has weathered severe medical storms together over the past year, this final farewell marks the end of an extraordinarily courageous chapter.

The heavy loss comes after months of intense emotional and physical trials for the family. Earlier this year, Sue captured national attention when she bravely turned to social media to issue an emotional public appeal for blood donors as her mother prepared to undergo a high-risk open-heart surgery.

Facing the daunting realities of critical healthcare hurdles, Sue stood steadfastly by her mother’s side through grueling hospital stays, intensive recovery phases, and physical therapy sessions, continually expressing her unwavering devotion and hope for a full recovery.

Beyond her famous showbiz ties, Mommy Chit was a legendary figure in the labor movement across Negros Occidental.

Serving as a vice president of the Trade Union Congress of the Philippines (TUCP) and national president of the Confederation of Labor and Allied Social Services, she spent decades championing the rights, welfare, and dignity of Filipino workers.

Local dignitaries and trade union colleagues have since flooded social media with glowing tributes, remembering her not just as a relentless fighter for labor rights, but also as a woman of immense strength, razor-sharp principles, and radiant warmth.

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Celebrated for her dynamic range, Sue Ramirez is a versatile Filipino-American actress who entered showbiz in 2010. Over the years, she has evolved from a young television hopeful into a powerhouse dramatic star, capturing audiences through memorable performances in hit series and acclaimed films.

In early January this year, Sue announced that her mother's highly anticipated surgical procedure had to be temporarily pushed back due to sudden health complications. The young star explained that Mommy Chit must fully recuperate from her current illness before medical professionals can safely proceed with the medical intervention. The versatile performer earnestly asked her supporters and fans to keep offering continuous prayers for her mother's physical healing and overall resilience. Sue emphasized the importance of ensuring her mother is mentally and physically prepared to endure the challenging recovery phase following the operation.

It can be recalled that during the same period, Sue said that her mom Chit faces a high-stakes open-heart surgical procedure. At the time, the family launched an urgent public plea for compatible blood donors possessing specific blood types who remained completely alcohol-free for two days. Mommy Chit earned widespread admiration for single-handedly raising five children after her husband suffered a debilitating stroke two decades prior. Recognizing that not everyone could give blood, the television star fervently requested a dedicated prayer network to guide the medical team and uplift her mother.

Source: KAMI.com.gh