OPM icon April Boy Regino passes away

OPM icon April Boy Regino has passed away. He was 51 years old.

His brother Vingo Regino, without detailing the cause of the singer's death, confirmed the news morning of November 29, saying, “Nakakalungkot naman ang araw na ito… wala na ang kuya April Boy ko.” 

Nakakalungkot naman ang araw na ito..wala na ang kuya april boy ko...vingo regino

Posted by Vingo Regino on Saturday, November 28, 2020

Bayan Promotions, a Filipino promoter and online ticket sales company in California, also announced the news in a Facebook post.

It is with a deep heart to announce the passing away of one of the best OPM singer/songwriter APRIL BOY REGINO Bayan...

Posted by Bayan Promotions on Saturday, November 28, 2020

It can be recalled that the ‘90s Jukebox King was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2009, but was declared cancer-free years later. In 2015, he was diagnosed with diabetic retinopathy that caused him to slowly lose his vision.

Among his famous hits are Di Ko Kayang Tanggapin, Paano Ang Puso Ko, and Umiiyak Ang Puso.

As of this writing, “April Boy Regino” is the top local trending topic on Twitter.

Article thumbnails taken from The Philippine Star's Twitter account