Former actor and politician Patrick Dela Rosa passes away at 64

Former actor and Oriental Mindoro board member Patrick dela Rosa has passed away, as confirmed by his nephew, Joram dela Rosa Garcia, through a heartfelt post on social media.

The Oriental Mindoro Provincial Information Office also released an official statement confirming the news.

Before entering politics, dela Rosa was a familiar face in Philippine cinema, earning recognition for his roles in classic films such as “Kristo,” “Suspek,” “Ping Lacson: Super Cop,” and “Ex-Con.” Known for his strong screen presence and versatility, he was a staple in 1990s and early 2000s action and drama movies.