Former TGIS actor Red Sternberg passes away, 50
Former TGIS actor Red Sternberg passed away at the age of 50 on Tuesday, May 27, his wife Sandy confirmed in a Facebook post on Friday.
Red, whose real name is Rodwick, would have celebrated his 51st birthday today, May 30.
‘It is hard to find the words… This has been the most difficult time I have ever gone through my whole life,’ said Sandy, noting that the month of May is important to their family because of the many birthdays that have passed in their family.
Red was known as “Kiko” on the popular youth-oriented show in the 1990s, where he starred alongside Angelu de Leon, Bobby Andrews, and Rica Paralejo.
The family did not share the cause of his death, and they have requested privacy while they grieve.
‘Please keep our family in your thoughts and prayers,’ Sandy added.
Samantla has not yet released any details regarding the former actor’s memorial service.
SHOCKING LOSS! ‘T.G.I.S.’ Star Red Sternberg Dies at 50 — Sudden Death Leaves Fans Heartbroken and Asking Questions
Just days before his 51st birthday, one of the most recognizable faces of 90s Philippine television is gone.
Red Sternberg — best known for his role as “Kiko” in the iconic youth-oriented series T.G.I.S. — has passed away at the age of 50.
The news was confirmed on May 27, 2025, by his wife Sandy Sternberg in a tearful social media post that has since gone viral. What followed was an outpouring of grief, confusion, and disbelief — not only from longtime fans but from fellow celebrities who grew up in the golden era of Filipino teen drama.
“This Can’t Be Real” — A Nation in Shock
For many Filipinos, Red Sternberg was more than just a television actor.
He was a symbol of 90s nostalgia, a familiar face from a time when shows like T.G.I.S. shaped an entire generation.
Social media exploded with emotional tributes, throwback photos, and fan-made memorials just minutes after the news broke.
“You were part of our weekends, our childhoods, our growing up,” wrote one fan.
“Kiko will always be in our hearts.”
“Not Red Sternberg. Not now. Not like this.”
But as the tributes poured in, so did questions about what really happened.
The Cause of Death: Still a Mystery
As of this writing, no official cause of death has been released.
According to Sandy Sternberg, the passing was sudden and completely unexpected. One moment he was making plans for his upcoming birthday — and the next, he was gone.
The family has asked for privacy, but the silence has only fueled speculation.
Was it an illness kept secret from the public? A medical emergency?
Or something else entirely?
Fans are desperately seeking answers — not out of morbid curiosity, but because they can’t believe someone so vibrant, so full of life, could be taken without warning.
From Teen Idol to Family Man: A Life Remembered
Red Sternberg rose to fame in the mid-1990s as “Kiko” in T.G.I.S. (Thank God It’s Sabado), one of GMA-7’s most successful teen-oriented programs.
Alongside co-stars like Bobby Andrews, Angelu de Leon, Michael Flores, and Rica Peralejo, Red helped define what it meant to be young and restless in 90s Manila.
The show became a cultural touchstone — and Red, with his boyish charm and grounded presence, became an instant favorite.
Later, he appeared in T.G.I.S.: The Movie, Silaw, and Laging Naroon Ka. But after stepping away from showbiz, he focused on building a quiet life with his wife and three children.
Those close to him describe him as a devoted father, a loyal husband, and a man who never forgot his roots.
Director and Co-stars React: “This Hurts… Deeply”
Mark Reyes, the original director of T.G.I.S., expressed his heartbreak in an emotional tribute:
“The entire T.G.I.S. Barkada is heartbroken to lose one of our own.
Kiko, we love you — and we’re giving you a group hug right now.”
Other former castmates, including Bobby Andrews and Angelu de Leon, also posted tearful tributes, remembering Red not just as a co-star, but as a brother.
An Emotional Goodbye — and What Comes Next
Red Sternberg leaves behind his wife Sandy and their three children.
The family has not yet released details about his wake or memorial services, but sources say it will likely be held privately, in accordance with his wishes.
Still, fans across the Philippines are organizing online vigils, digital photo collages, and tribute hashtags like #ThankYouKiko and #RestInPeaceRed — turning social media into a living shrine of memories and gratitude.
Final Words: A Legacy Etched in Hearts
Red Sternberg didn’t need blockbuster films or international fame to make an impact.
He made his mark on Saturday afternoons, in youth dramas, in the hearts of a generation that still remembers where they were when T.G.I.S. aired.
Now, as we say goodbye, we don’t just mourn an actor.
We mourn a part of our childhood, a part of our story.
And we say, through tears and memories:
Thank you, Red.
Thank you, Kiko.
Thank you for being part of our lives
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