MALACAÑANG on Friday, June 21, offered its deepest condolences to the family of multi-awarded actor-director Eduardo “Eddie or Manoy” Garcia, who died after suffering a neck fracture.
Garcia, 90, had been in critical condition since June 8 after tripping while shooting a new television series for GMA Network. He passed away on Thursday, June 20, at 4:55 p.m. at the Makati Medical Center.
In a statement, Presidential Spokesperson Salvador Panelo said Garcia's passing is a "heartbreaking loss for the entertainment industry."
"The Palace extends its deep condolences to the family, friends, colleagues, fans and loved ones of screen icon, as well as showbiz legend Eddie Garcia, who died yesterday afternoon at the age of 90," the Palace official said.
"Manoy died with his boots on, in a manner of speaking, doing what he loved most – acting," he added.
Garcia's death came just days after he won the Gawad Urian for Best actor for his role as a delusional military officer who tortures students in "ML," a 2018 Cinemalaya movie.
Garcia has been in the showbiz industry for nearly 70 years. He has won several awards all throughout his showbiz career.
Panelo said Garcia "left an indelible mark in the hearts and minds of Filipino moviegoers and audience."
"His immense contributions were nonpareil for he was the only Filipino inducted in three categories in the Famas Hall of Fame as Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor and Best Director by far," he said.
"As we pay tribute - and give honor to - his lifetime works, we pray to the Almighty to grant him eternal repose, and that perpetual light may shine upon him," he added. (SunStar Philippines))