MANILA (UPDATED) — Veteran film and television actor Ronaldo Valdez has passed away, police
confirmed on Sunday.
He was 77 years old.
Valdez is survived by his children, celebrities Janno and Melissa Gibbs. In an Instagram post on
Monday, Janno requested for privacy during their time of mourning.
“Your prayers and condolences are much appreciated,” he said.
Valdez’s on-screen career spanned nearly six decades. His last project was on ABS-CBN’s “2 Good 2
Be True,” where his portrayal of “Lolo Sir” endeared him to younger audiences.
His list of films include “May Minamahal,” “The Mistress,” and “Seven Sundays.”( ABS-CBN News)
Public urged to avoid drawing
conclusions about Ronaldo Valdez’s
death
The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) on Monday called on the public to
refrain from drawing conclusions related to the death of seasoned
actor Ronaldo Valdez.
QCPD confirmed the death of the septuagenarian on Sunday, December 17.
Reports mentioned that the QCPD did not disclose further details about
Ronaldo’s demise.
An article from Daily Tribune reported that he “allegedly” died by “suicide,”
citing the QCPD.
The report, published six hours ago as of writing, said that the police were still
waiting for a “result” from a laboratory exam from “SOCO” or the Scene of
Crime Operatives.
Actor-comedian Janno Gibbs, one of Ronaldo’s children, also confirmed the
passing of the veteran actor, but did not disclose details.
“The family would like to request that you respect our privacy in our grieving
moment. Your prayers and condolences are much appreciated,” he said on
Instagram on December 18.
Meanwhile, the QCPD on the same day urged the public “to refrain from
concluding and respect the family’s request to grieve in private.”
“The QCPD extends its heartfelt condolences for the reported death of James
Ronald Dulaca Gibbs yesterday, December 18, 2023,” it said in a press
statement.
“As of today, QCPD is currently conducting a thorough investigation to
ascertain the cause of the death of Mr. James Gibbs a.k.a. Ronaldo Valdez,”
the police added.
“We understand the importance of this matter; hence, we are working
diligently to gather all relevant facts and evidence. We assure the public that
any findings from the investigation will be officially released,” the QCPD said.
(J. Malasig, Interaksyon)