The Filipino community is currently grieving the loss of Patrick Dela Rosa, a veteran actor and former politician who suddenly passed away at the age of 64. Family members were the ones to confirm his passing on the 27th of October, 2025, in California, where he resides.
The original cause of death has not been shared with the public, but reports allegedly suggest that he had been battling cancer and pneumonia in the past couple of months.
Patrick won the hearts of people with his first appearance as a Matinee idol in the 1980s; his versatility and charm in films made him very popular. Later on, he turned his attention towards public service, serving as a councilor in Quezon City and later as a board member in Oriental Mindoro.
Friends have always depicted him as a humble, kind, and dedicated man to both his craft and the people he served. Colleagues and fans have taken to social media to pay their tributes to his great memories.
Patrick Dela Rosa is leaving a fiery legacy of service and dedication that cannot be quenched despite his passing.
