Days after Filipino YouTube vlogger Lloyd Cadena was revealed to have passed away, his family has issued a statement regarding the cause of his death.
On Facebook, the family confirmed that Lloyd had tested positive for COVID-19 and had suffered a heart attack in his sleep on the morning of Friday, September 4. They expressed their sincerest gratitude to all of Lloyd’s friends and fans across the country who mourned with them during this difficult time.
“There are simply no words to express our heartfelt thanks for the prayers and sympathy you have extended to our family during this time of loss,” the statement began.
“Lloyd was confined in the hospital on September 1 due to high fever and dry cough. He was tested for COVID-19 on the same day which the result came out positive on September 3. As soon as the result of his swab test came out, our family, including BNT immediately isolated themselves. His vitals were okay and had no complaints. On September 4, 5am he was seen by the staff unresponsive and pale looking. As informed by the doctor, he suffered a heart attack while asleep. He was cremated yesterday and his remains is in our house in Cavite in the meantime.”
Those who would like to send flowers and cards can send them to their address in Parañaque City.
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