A very heavy news shook the entire Philippines this week: OPM legend Freddie Aguilar — the voice behind the timeless song “Anak” — has passed away. Even fellow artists, politicians, and millions of fans were deeply shocked and saddened by the sudden passing of the pillar of Filipino music.

What Happened to Freddie Aguilar?
According to close relatives, a few days before his passing, Freddie was reportedly suffering from severe physical pain and difficulty breathing. But because of his strong personality, he did not let it be known that his condition was getting worse.

“He didn’t want to go to the doctor before, he always said he could do it,” a friend said. But in recent days, his condition has worsened, and unfortunately, doctors were unable to save him.

The Family’s Emotional Reaction
One of the most heartbreaking scenes was when his daughter Maegan Aguilar saw his lips. “I can’t accept it, it feels like I was just talking to him yesterday…” he said while sobbing in front of the media.

The public also couldn’t help but notice the seemingly strained relationship between father and son, but now all that was in Maegan’s eyes was regret and tears.

Artists Paying Tributes
Personalities in the music and film industries also didn’t hold back. Even Lea Salonga, Ely Buendia, and Joey Ayala expressed their deepest condolences. “There is no one like Freddie Aguilar — a legend, a poet of the people,” said a singer in the tribute special.

What Many Don’t Know…
According to a friend of Freddie, before he passed away, he left behind several letters that seemed like his last will and testament to his children. There are questions that still linger today: What was the content of the letter? What was the real reason for his sudden passing? There are speculations that it had something to do with stress and a long-standing illness.

🕯️ Now that Freddie Aguilar is gone, his music remains a legacy for every Filipino. He is a legend who will never be forgotten — in every melody of “Anak”, in every rebellion of “Bayan Ko”, he continues to live in our memories.