According to a social media post made on Friday, August 5 by actor-talent manager Annabelle Rama, award-winning character actress Cherie Gil has passed away. She was 59.
How Did Cherie Gil Die?
Following the confirmation of the award-winning actress Cherie Gil’s passing by coworkers and a family member on Friday, tributes poured in.
Cherie, known as “La Primera Contravida” in the Philippines for playing famous villains in films and television shows, died at the age of 59 following a battle with cancer.
Cherie passed away at roughly 5 p.m. (Manila time), or 5 a.m. in New York City, according to her manager Annabelle Rama. Cherie relocated to New York City in February of this year.
“CHERIE GIL JUST PASSED AWAY AT 5PM TODAY PLEASE PRAY FOR HER,” Rama said on Facebook.
Actress Annabelle Rama shared the news of her loss on Instagram.
“Cherie Gil passed away today at 5 o’clock. Pray for her, please “Rama inscribed a caption.
Sid Lucero, an actor and Cherie’s nephew, later confirmed the news of his aunt’s departure while paying tribute to the seasoned actress on Instagram.
CHERIE GIL JUST PASSED AWAY AT 5PM TODAY PLEASE PRAY FOR HER 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/leXgQGojVX
— Annabelle Rama (@annabellerama2) August 5, 2022
Gil’s family has not yet released a statement.
Cherie Gil shared her last photos on Facebook with Renee Perrine
She was sighted in New York sporting a shaven head.
“I donated all the clothing I owned that represented a previous existence. I’m finally coming to terms with who I truly am, Gil told the fashion publication Mega. “It’s wonderful to be alive and to have this chance to start over. It resembles a kind of rebirth.
On June 19, Renee Perrine, whom Gil refers to as a “soul sister,” saw Gil’s final Facebook posts. “MY ANGEL FROM PARADISE HAS ARRIVED!!!!” her caption read. Lauren Perrine Soul Sister, nurturer, healer, and lover! Kindred. ecstatic and deeply appreciative.
Cherie Gil Biography
“Cherie was the epitome of beauty. She revered her profession and made each role into an original work of art. Her friendship was sincere, innocent, and generous. We both enjoyed ballet. We just picked up where we left off in our discussions, which I will always cherish. Evangeline Rose, shalom. Chelo Borromeo Gemina, class of 1981 from St. Paul College Manila and class of 1977 from St. Paul Pasig Grade School, commented, “You are incredibly gorgeous.
Gil, who is referred to as “La Primera Contravida” in Philippine cinema, is the daughter of Rosemarie Gil and Eddie Mesa. Michael De Mesa and Mark Gil are her brothers.
Gil began her film career at the age of nine. She participated in numerous important films, but she is best recognised for her part in the hit movie “Bituing Walang Ningning,” where she delivered the famous remark to megastar Sharon Cuneta: “You’re nothing but a second-rate, trying hard copycat!”
Actress Cherie Gil Family
She also dabbled in music in 1979, releasing “Boy (I Love You),” her lone OPM classic.
Jay Eigenmann, Bianca Rogoff, and Raphael Rogoff are the three children of Gil. Her first child from a previous union with actor Leo Martinez is named Jay. She had two children with her ex-husband, Israeli violinist Rony Rogoff, named Bianca and Raphael. Although she has children who live abroad, they are close.
Cherie, according to director Joey Reyes, is “irreplaceable.”
Joey penned, “Rest now, darling EVANGELINE ROSE.” Evangeline Rose Gil Eigenmann is how Cherie is officially known.
“In ‘ORO, PLATA, MATA, you will always be our TRINING OJEDA.
Have a secure journey back to our Father’s embrace.
Rest in peace, Miss Cherie Gil 😔🤍 https://t.co/jsk8ODt4oN
— SINE FILES 🎞 (@sinefiles) August 5, 2022
In the very first movie I ever wrote, you were introduced.
You were in the movie for which I will always have fond memories.
In the minds and emotions of so many of us, you are irreplaceable, he continued.
Colleagues in Showbiz paid tribute to Cherie.
Honors for Cherie
Now, lovely EVANGELINE ROSE, go to sleep. You will always be remembered as our TRINING OJEDA as it is recorded in ORO, PLATA, and MATA. Have a secure journey back to our Father’s embrace. In the very first movie I ever wrote, you were introduced. You were in the movie for which I will always have fond memories. In the thoughts and emotions of so many of us, you are irreplaceable, director-professor Jose Javier Reyes wrote.
Gabbi Garcia, a Kapuso actress: “Ms. Really tragic. To be able to work alongside a legend makes me feel very honoured. Enjoy your power.
Mark Bautista, an actor and singer: “What Happened? We did Lastikman with her, and I learned so much from her. What a huge loss for the entertainment sector. wishing her family well.
Cherie has been updating her Facebook followers on her hospital stays recently.
Some people also recalled Cherie’s exchange with renowned actress Meryl Streep during the 2016 Berlin Film Festival. Cherie reportedly called the Hollywood actor “ate” at this time, and the two of them took selfies together.
In addition to “Bituing Walang Ningning,” Cherie is well-known for appearing in a number of other movies, including “Oro Plata Mata,” “Tia Madre,” “Citizen Jake,” “Sonata,” and “Ekstra.”
Cherie most recently garnered media attention in February when she unveiled her buzz cut on a magazine cover and revealed that she was moving to New York to begin a new life.
Cherie has been updating her Facebook followers on her hospital stays recently.
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