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Filipino comedian, Willie Nepomuceno, confirmed dead after battle brain stroke.
Comedian Willie Nepomuceno, who is best known for his impersonations of Philippine celebrities and politicians, passed away on Wednesday, July 26. He was 75.
His death was confirmed by his family through a post shared on Nepomuceno’s Facebook page.
“It is with deep sadness and heavy heart to announce the passing of our beloved father, Willie Nepumoceno on July 26, 2023, at the age of 75. He has peacefully joined our creator,” the statement read.
The comedian died just a few weeks after his 75th birthday.
Born in 1948, Nepomuceno rose to popularity in the late ’80s and early ’90s, and was known for impersonating Philippine presidents.
Most notably, he was known for impersonating former presidents Fidel V. Ramos, Joseph Estrada, and Benigno Aquino III.
The cause of Nepomuceno’s death was not disclosed, but some are saying ‘brain stroke.’
The family also asked for continued prayers and shared that they will announce the details of the comedian’s wake soon.
Nepomuceno became famous for his satirical impersonations of Filipino celebrities and political figures like Fernando Poe Jr., Dolphy Quizon, Erap Estrada, Noynoy Aquino, Rodrigo Duterte, and Ferdinand Marcos Sr.
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