“No parent should ever have to go through this,” he says through tears…

The entertainment world was left shaken today as veteran actor and former politician Edu Manzano finally spoke publicly about the tragedy involving his son, Luis Manzano. After days of silence and speculation, Edu appeared in a televised statement — raw, emotional, and visibly heartbroken — to reveal the painful truth about what led to the heartbreaking loss of his only son.

A Father’s Pain

With eyes swollen from tears and voice trembling, Edu began his statement with a line that pierced through the nation’s heart:

“Wala nang mas masakit pa sa isang ama na ilibing ang kanyang anak. Luis was my world.”

Edu admitted he had kept quiet for days, trying to process the grief, the confusion, and the flood of questions that followed the shocking news of Luis’s death. Rumors had circulated online, but today, the truth finally came to light.

What Really Happened to Luis

According to Edu, Luis had been privately battling extreme stress and personal health issues over the past months — something the public never saw behind his trademark humor and charm.

“He was tired. Not just physically, but emotionally. He tried to stay strong for everyone, especially for Jessy and Peanut (the nickname for his daughter).”

Edu revealed that Luis had suffered a massive cardiac event while attending a private event abroad. He was rushed to the hospital but passed away within hours despite life-saving efforts.

“There were no signs. No warnings. Just silence… and then, he was gone.”

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The Last Phone Call

Edu shared a deeply personal story: his last conversation with Luis, just a day before his passing.

“He told me, ‘Dad, I love you. I’ll call you again after this trip. Take care of yourself.’ I had no idea it would be our last call.”

That memory, Edu said, now replays in his mind constantly — a final moment frozen in time.

Jessy Mendiola: Crushed by Loss

Edu also spoke on behalf of Jessy Mendiola, Luis’s wife, who has remained silent since the tragedy. He confirmed that Jessy is under medical care due to emotional shock.

“She’s not ready to face the world. She keeps asking, ‘Why him? Why now?’ And I have no answer.”

Appeal for Privacy — and Truth

Edu also addressed the circulating online speculations and urged the public to stop spreading conspiracy theories.

“Please, let’s not add more pain to this. We are grieving. My son deserves dignity.”

He clarified that Luis had no involvement in any scandal or crime — countering false claims and disinformation. “He died with honor and love in his heart,” Edu emphasized.

A Nation Mourns

Since the announcement, social media has flooded with tributes, condolences, and memories of Luis Manzano — the witty, beloved host who brought laughter to millions.

Celebrities including Anne Curtis, Vice Ganda, and Bianca Gonzalez have posted emotional tributes, all echoing the same sentiment: Luis was one of a kind.

Final Words From a Father

As the press conference came to a close, Edu looked up, as if speaking directly to his son:

“I’ll never stop being proud of you, Luis. I will love you until my last breath.”

With those words, Edu Manzano walked away from the podium — a father carrying a grief no one should bear, but doing so with grace, love, and courage.

Luis Manzano’s public memorial will be held at Heritage Memorial Park, Taguig. Fans are invited to pay their last respects starting May 27.

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