Veteran film and theater actor Victor D. Laurel, popularly known as Cocoy Laurel, has passed away. He was 72.
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His family announced the news on June 16, revealing that he passed away on June 14. However, the cause of death has not been disclosed.
Cocoy is the son of the late former Vice President Salvador Laurel, who served during former President Cory Aquino’s administration, and stage actress-singer Celia Diaz Laurel. He is also the uncle of actress Denise Laurel.
In a social media post, Denise described Cocoy as a “gifted actor, singer, and a man that lived for God.”
“He graced the world with his world-class talent, his saint-like kindness, his massive heart filled with love for everyone, generosity, and his unwavering faith. His voice — one that moved so many hearts and lifted spirits — now leading the heavenly choir, singing praises before the throne of the One he served so deeply reunited with his friends and family,” she wrote.
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Cocoy starred in several theater productions, including “Les Miserables” and “Miss Saigon.” He’s also known for his roles in “Lollipops and Roses,” “Oh Margie Oh,” and “Impossible Dream.”
He made his last public appearance in April when he attended the wake of his close friend and former on-screen partner, the late Nora Aunor.
May he rest in peace.
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