The showbusiness world was shocked by the sudden death of comedian Chokoleit after his performance at an event in Abra on Saturday, March 9.
The cause of the death of the comedian whose real name is Jonathan Aguilar Garcia, 46, is yet to be announced, but his talent agency Star Magic confirmed the news to ABS-CBN.
In a statement, Star Magic said: “Details are still being gathered. Chokoleit was performing in an out of town show in Abra, and experienced difficulty in breathing after his performance.”
In a video uploaded by Abra Province Fb page, Comedian can be seen coughing and seemingly having difficulty in breathing.
Some netizens also uploaded a video of his last performance. They pointed out that his last words seem to be a premonition of his demise.
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Carl Guevarra uploaded a video of the commedian’s last word with a caption: “Chokoleit’s last words are chilling. Still can’t believe how life just passes by. Hope this helps us appreciate life and our loved ones. RIP.”
One of his best friends in the industry, Vice Ganda, paid tribute to the comedian on Twitter.
“Thank you Lord for giving me a chance to meet Chokoleit and become his friend. I’m sad that we lost him,” Vice Ganda said.
“But happy that he’ll be in a much peaceful and happier place now with you. Thanks for everything Chokie. I love you!”
Thank you Lord for giving me a chance to meet Chokoleit and become his friend. Im sad that we lost him. But happy that he’ll be in a much peaceful and happier place now with you. Thanks for everything Chokie. I love you!!! Rest well my friend.
— jose marie viceral (@vicegandako) March 9, 2019
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