Cherie Gil (Image: Instagram/@macherieamour)
MANILA, Philippines – Showbiz celebrities took to social media to pay tribute to the late actress Cherie Gil, who passed away on Friday night at 59.
Singer-actresses Sharon Cuneta and Zsazsa Padilla, known to be close friends of the late actress, were among those who expressed their grief online.
“What will I do without you now, Love? My true screen partner, a true friend, ninang of Simone…I miss you so terribly [and I] know it will only get worse. Be at peace in God’s loving arms, my Cheech…I’ll see you again someday,” said Sharon through a Facebook post.
Meanwhile, Zsazsa recalled Cherie’s lively spirit in an Instagram post.
“You were always so passionate, and full of life! That’s how I will always remember you, Cherie, my Gemini sister! I miss you, my beautiful friend. Until we meet again. My deepest condolences to Cherie’s family.”
Cherie’s nephew, actor Sid Lucero, posted a photo of his aunt doing advocacy work with the caption: “I love you ;) big hug :)”
Heart Evangelista and Dennis Trillo, who both worked with the seasoned actress, likewise posted their tributes.
“I’m gonna miss you,” Heart said in a Tweet.
I’m gonna miss you pic.twitter.com/MhuPhaybUQ
— LoveMarie O. Escudero (@heart021485) August 5, 2022
“Paalam Inakolay,” captioned Dennis in his Instagram post.
A veteran actress known for her “kontrabida” roles, Cherie kickstarted her career in the movie “Mo neuih” in 1970 as a supporting cast member.
She also played Kano in the 1980 film “Manila by Night” and Lavinia Arguelles in the 1985 film “Bituing Walang Ningning.”