Janine Gutierrez remembers her ‘Mamita’ Pilita Corrales
‘Pilita touched the lives of many, not only with her songs but also with her kindness and generosity’
JANINE Gutierrez and Pilita Corrales.
PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF IG/JANINE GUTIERREZ
Daily Tribune‘Pilita touched the lives of many, not only with her songs but also with her kindness and generosity’
JANINE Gutierrez and Pilita Corrales.
PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF IG/JANINE GUTIERREZ
The Philippine music industry mourns the loss of one of its most beloved icons as Asia’s Queen of Song, Pilita Corrales, has passed away. Her granddaughter, actress Janine Gutierrez, shared the heartbreaking news through a heartfelt post on social media, honoring the life and legacy of her “Mami and Mamita.”
“It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved mami and mamita, Pilita Corrales,” Janine wrote, echoing the sorrow felt by fans and fellow artists across generations.
Pilita Corrales was more than just a singer — she was a cultural treasure. Her decades-spanning career saw her performing on local and international stages, with a voice that effortlessly blended grace, power, and deep emotion. From heartfelt ballads to lively standards, she enchanted audiences in both English and Filipino, making her a beloved figure not just in the Philippines, but across Asia and beyond.
While her accolades are many — countless awards, gold records, and global recognition — it was her humility, wit, and generosity of spirit that endeared her to everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. A true trailblazer, Pilita paved the way for many aspiring Filipino artists, inspiring them not just with music but with the dignity and elegance with which she carried herself.
“Pilita touched the lives of many, not only with her songs but also with her kindness and generosity,” the family said. “She will be remembered for her contributions to the entertainment industry, but most of all for her love of life and family.”
As the Philippines bids farewell to a musical legend, tributes pour in from fans, celebrities, and industry peers, all celebrating the extraordinary life of a woman who gave so much of herself to her craft, family and country.
Details regarding memorial services will be announced in the coming days. For now, her loved ones ask for prayers and kind thoughts as they remember the beauty and brilliance of Pilita Corrales — a voice that will forever echo in the hearts of those she touched.
Her curtain call may have come, but her song will never fade.