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Vice, Vhong, Ogie, Donny, remember Chokoleit’s legacy

Star Cinema Admin

3/10/2019 in News

46-year-old comedian Chokoleit, Jonathan Aguilar Garcia in real life, unexpectedly performed his last show in Abra.

In a statement from Star Magic yesterday, March 9, Chokoleit was rushed in a hospital in Vigan after he experienced difficulty in breathing.

JUST IN: Star Magic confirms that comedian Chokoleit has passed away. Details are still being gathered. Chokoleit was performing in an out of town show in Abra, and experienced difficulty in breathing after his performance.
— MJ Felipe (@mjfelipe) March 9, 2019

His fellow celebrities and former co-stars such as Vice Ganda, Ogie Alcasid, Angel Locsin, Vhong Navarro, Donny Pangilinan, and more have extended their condolences.

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

oh my Lord this is really sad. Pls give us strength.
— jose marie viceral (@vicegandako) March 9, 2019

Saddened by the news of @chokoleitWiTS’s passing :(
Thoughts & prayers to his grieving friends & family. May he rest in peace.
— Angel Locsin (@143redangel) March 9, 2019

So sad😭 Rest in peace @chokoleitWiTS https://t.co/adfvFTwYGJ
— Angel Locsin (@143redangel) March 9, 2019

Grabe hindi ako makapaniwala! Hay...
Rest In Peace , Chokoleit 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
We will miss you...
— Vhong Navarro (@VhongX44) March 9, 2019

So sad to hear about chokoleit. Prayers of grace for his loved ones. RIP dear friend.
— ogie alcasid (@ogiealcasid) March 9, 2019

RIP @chokoleitWiTS. The laughter and happiness you brought to everyone will surely be missed. Such a sad day
— Paulo Avelino (@mepauloavelino) March 9, 2019

He made sure he finished his show and made everyone happy. A performer, comedian, singer and professional till the end. https://t.co/8S9LMqy5AO
— Paulo Avelino (@mepauloavelino) March 9, 2019

Another sad news.
Rest in Peace Chokoleit. My heart goes out to your family and friends during this difficult time.
— Amy Perez-Castillo (@amypcastillo) March 9, 2019

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Artist Carl Guevarra uploaded the video of his show in Abra.

One of his most memorable characters was Pearly in the fantaserye "Marina" in 2004.

On the big screen, he was part of "D' Lucky Ones", "Ang Tanging Ina Nyong Lahat", "Volta", "BFF: Best Friends Forever", "Etiquette for Mistresses", and "Fantastica".