Here’s the statement of Jake Zyrus on the passing of his grandmother and uncle
JAKE ZYRUS – The singer is mourning the death of his grandmother and uncle who died just three (3) days apart.
Teopista “Tes” Pineda Relucio, the grandmother of Jake or formerly known as Charice Pempengco passed away on Sunday, April in Lopez, Quezon, four days before she celebrates her 75th birthday on April 7.
Unfortunately, just three days later, Jake’s uncle Robert Pineda Relucio died in a motorcycle accident.
Carl Cabral, the manager of Jake Zyrus, sent to ABS-CBN News the message of the singer about the passing of his grandmother and uncle.
Here’s the full statement:
“We are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Lola Thess and Tito Obet. I am constantly communicating with one of the family members.
“This is a heartbreaking time for the family and those who love them dearly. Let us help the bereaved to mourn privately.
“We greatly appreciate your sincere sympathy during this time of grief and loss.”
Initially known as Charice, the singer rose to fame when he performed on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, and The Oprah Winfrey Show and had concerts with David Foster and Andrea Bocelli.
Aside from singing, he also ventured into acting after joining the cast of the TV series Glee.
In 2011, he released a single titled “Before It Explodes” which was written by Bruno Mars.
In 2013, she came out as a gay woman. In 2017, he came out as a transgender male after having male chest reconstruction and beginning testosterone treatment.
He adopted the name Jake Zyrus, and discontinued the use of the name “Charice Pempengco”.
Previously, he made rounds online following his dare-to-reveal photo.
It was the very first time Jake posted a photo of himself without wearing top part clothing since he underwent several procedures such as chest reconstruction.
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