'Pusong Bato' composer-singer 'Alon' dela Rosa dies at 61 | ABS-CBN
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'Pusong Bato' composer-singer 'Alon' dela Rosa dies at 61
'Pusong Bato' composer-singer 'Alon' dela Rosa dies at 61
Mario Dumaual,
ABS-CBN News
Published Sep 15, 2021 03:14 PM PHT
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Updated Sep 15, 2021 06:03 PM PHT
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Renee "Alon" dela Rosa, best known as the composer and singer of the huge OPM hit “Pusong Bato,” passed Wednesday, September 15, due to respiratory complications.
Renee "Alon" dela Rosa, best known as the composer and singer of the huge OPM hit “Pusong Bato,” passed Wednesday, September 15, due to respiratory complications.
Dela Rosa's wife, Raquel Hernandez, told ABS-CBN News he expired at the Novaliches District Hospital at 7 a.m. He was 61. The family is still awaiting results of his COVID-19 tests at this time.
Dela Rosa's wife, Raquel Hernandez, told ABS-CBN News he expired at the Novaliches District Hospital at 7 a.m. He was 61. The family is still awaiting results of his COVID-19 tests at this time.
Prior to his death, Hernandez said she and her family sought emergency treatment, in a span of 48 hours, for dela Rosa in over 30 hospitals but was turned away due to overcapacity of patients.
Prior to his death, Hernandez said she and her family sought emergency treatment, in a span of 48 hours, for dela Rosa in over 30 hospitals but was turned away due to overcapacity of patients.
“Naka-oxygen siya dahil may oxygen tank kami. Hindi namin matanggap na hindi siya nabigyan ng first aid man lang o dextrose," Hernandez recounted.
“Naka-oxygen siya dahil may oxygen tank kami. Hindi namin matanggap na hindi siya nabigyan ng first aid man lang o dextrose," Hernandez recounted.
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Before he fell ill last week, Hernandez recalled that he picked up sacks of rice from Freddie Aguilar, courtesy of Senator Manny Pacquiao. “Nasiraan sasakyan nila sa daan at na-expose siya sa ulan, nagkasakit na,” she said.
Before he fell ill last week, Hernandez recalled that he picked up sacks of rice from Freddie Aguilar, courtesy of Senator Manny Pacquiao. “Nasiraan sasakyan nila sa daan at na-expose siya sa ulan, nagkasakit na,” she said.
His colleague, composer Vehnee Saturno, remembers dela Rosa as a quiet presence in the pre-pandemic gatherings of the Filipino Society of Composers Authors and Publishers (FILSCAP). “Napakasimpleng tao despite his achievements, “ he said.
His colleague, composer Vehnee Saturno, remembers dela Rosa as a quiet presence in the pre-pandemic gatherings of the Filipino Society of Composers Authors and Publishers (FILSCAP). “Napakasimpleng tao despite his achievements, “ he said.
In a past interview, dela Rosa said the phenomenal success of "Pusong Bato" was its strong connection to ordinary people.
In a past interview, dela Rosa said the phenomenal success of "Pusong Bato" was its strong connection to ordinary people.
"Siguro dahil tinangkilik ng masa, pati ng bata. Nag-start sa YouTube ng 2010 noong nalaman ng Alpha Music na ako ang may likha ng kanta. Sabi nila Alon i-record natin tutal ikaw ang composer. Siguro sa awa ng Panginoon sa tagal ng paghihirap ko, sabi Niya siguro Alon huwag kang mainip. Bago ka man mawala sa mundo bibigyan kita ng hit song," he said.
"Siguro dahil tinangkilik ng masa, pati ng bata. Nag-start sa YouTube ng 2010 noong nalaman ng Alpha Music na ako ang may likha ng kanta. Sabi nila Alon i-record natin tutal ikaw ang composer. Siguro sa awa ng Panginoon sa tagal ng paghihirap ko, sabi Niya siguro Alon huwag kang mainip. Bago ka man mawala sa mundo bibigyan kita ng hit song," he said.
"Pusong Bato" was also revived by "Pilipinas Got Talent" winner Jovit Baldovino and included in the soundtrack of the Coco Martin hit fantasy series "Juan dela Cruz."
"Pusong Bato" was also revived by "Pilipinas Got Talent" winner Jovit Baldovino and included in the soundtrack of the Coco Martin hit fantasy series "Juan dela Cruz."
His life was last chronicled in “Paano Kita Mapasasalamatan,” Judy Ann Santos’ show based on true-to-life stories, early this year.
His life was last chronicled in “Paano Kita Mapasasalamatan,” Judy Ann Santos’ show based on true-to-life stories, early this year.
Dela Rosa's family is yet to finalize details of his wake at their church in Kings Point, Bagbag, Novaliches.
Dela Rosa's family is yet to finalize details of his wake at their church in Kings Point, Bagbag, Novaliches.
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'New era' in pageantry as Miss Grand founder acquires Miss Universe Thailand franchise
'New era' in pageantry as Miss Grand founder acquires Miss Universe Thailand franchise
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Published Feb 19, 2025 12:53 PM PHT
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Miss Grand International founder Nawat Itsaragrisil (left) and Miss Universe co-owner Anne Jakrajutatip. Miss Universe Thailand/Instagram
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Miss Grand International (MGI) founder Nawat Itsaragrisil is marking the start of a "new era" in pageantry as he acquires the Miss Universe Thailand (MUT) franchise.
Miss Grand International (MGI) founder Nawat Itsaragrisil is marking the start of a "new era" in pageantry as he acquires the Miss Universe Thailand (MUT) franchise.
An event was held Tuesday to commemorate the partnership between Itsaragrisil's company, MGI PCL, and the Miss Universe Organization (MUO), which is partly owned by his former competitor, Anne Jakrajutatip.
An event was held Tuesday to commemorate the partnership between Itsaragrisil's company, MGI PCL, and the Miss Universe Organization (MUO), which is partly owned by his former competitor, Anne Jakrajutatip.
In an event that pageant fans never thought would be possible, the two Thai entrepreneurs shared a moment on stage, holding hands and even hugging each other.
In an event that pageant fans never thought would be possible, the two Thai entrepreneurs shared a moment on stage, holding hands and even hugging each other.
"New era, new Miss Universe Thailand," Itsaragrisil said in an Instagram post.
"New era, new Miss Universe Thailand," Itsaragrisil said in an Instagram post.
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MUT has released a video of Jakrajutatip formally welcoming Itsaragrisil to the Miss Universe family, describing him as an "esteemed leader" who has "demonstrated outstanding success at the level of a publicly listed company."
MUT has released a video of Jakrajutatip formally welcoming Itsaragrisil to the Miss Universe family, describing him as an "esteemed leader" who has "demonstrated outstanding success at the level of a publicly listed company."
She also revealed MUO's collaboration with MGI, and thanked fans of both pageants for their continued support.
She also revealed MUO's collaboration with MGI, and thanked fans of both pageants for their continued support.
"I firmly believe that MUO and MGI will work hand in hand with strong commitment to create and empower women, as well as inspire people around the world," she said in Thai, as translated by MUT. "Through this collaboration, we will launch new partnerships and projects that will soon be introduced to audiences both in Thailand and worldwide."
"I firmly believe that MUO and MGI will work hand in hand with strong commitment to create and empower women, as well as inspire people around the world," she said in Thai, as translated by MUT. "Through this collaboration, we will launch new partnerships and projects that will soon be introduced to audiences both in Thailand and worldwide."
"This partnership is founded on trust, confidence, and a long-term vision. We are certain that together, we can strengthen and advance female empowerment," she added.
"This partnership is founded on trust, confidence, and a long-term vision. We are certain that together, we can strengthen and advance female empowerment," she added.
"Hello Universe, hello MGI!"
"Hello Universe, hello MGI!"
Thailand will serve as the host of the 74th Miss Universe pageant in November.
Thailand will serve as the host of the 74th Miss Universe pageant in November.
In last year's edition, which was held in Mexico, the Philippines' Chelsea Manalo was proclaimed the first-ever Miss Universe Asia.
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