The untimely death of celebrated actress Jaclyn Jose has left the Philippine entertainment industry in a state of mourning. The shocking announcement, verified on March 2, 2024, left fans and coworkers in disbelief nationwide.
Cause of Death
Many people are left with a massive void in their hearts due to the unexpected death of Jaclyn Jose, who was just 60 years old. The family has shared that Jose’s cause of death is a heart attack.
“It is with great sadness that I announce the untimely passing of my nanay, Mary Jane Guck, better known as Jaclyn Jose, at the age of 60 (sic) on the morning of March 2nd, 2024 due to a myocardial infarction or a heart attack.” – Andi Eigenmann
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A Life Dedicated to the Craft
Mary Jane Santa Ana Guck, better known as Jaclyn Jose, had an incredible career spanning over 40 years. From her groundbreaking roles in a string of adult drama films in the 1980s to her award-winning role as a struggling matriarch in the highly regarded Brillante Mendoza film “Ma’ Rosa,” Jose wowed audiences with her pure beauty and commanding on-screen presence.
Lest we forget that when Jaclyn Jose pulled off that surprise Cannes Best Actress win under George Miller's presidency, she won over the likes of Isabelle Huppert, Marion Cotillard, Juliette Binoche, Ruth Negga, Charlize Theron, Sonia Braga, Kim Min-hee, and Sandra Hüller. Queen! pic.twitter.com/2mUZTvG9yF
— Nicol (@nikowl) March 3, 2024
| Jaclyn Jose’s Awards | |
| Celestina Sanchez, Alyas Bubbles/Enforcer: Ativan Gang | Best Supporting Actress |
| Minsan May Isang Puso | Best Performance |
| Private Show | Best Actress |
| Itanong Mo sa Buwan | Best Actress |
| Macho Dancer | Best Supporting Actress |
| The Flor Contemplacion Story | Best Supporting Actress |
| Naglalayag | Best Supporting Actress |
| Takaw Tukso | Best Actress |
| Sarong Banggi | Best Actress |
| A Secret Affair | Best Supporting Actress |
| Ma’ Rosa | Best Actress |
The Show Must Go On, But a Star Dims
While the cause of death remains undisclosed, her untimely passing at the age of 59 has left fans and colleagues in shock. This includes viewers of the hit television series “FPJ’s Batang Quiapo,” where Jaclyn Jose recently joined the cast as the formidable Jail Chief Supt./BGEN Dolores Espinas.
As the curtains close on Jaclyn Jose’s remarkable journey, the Philippine entertainment industry mourns a legend. Yet, the show must continue, and her influence will inspire aspiring actors for future generations.
Rest in peace, Jaclyn Jose. Your brilliance will forever shine on.
we used to use this meme whenever we are in "petsa de peligro" days, but now, it will never be the same…
RIP Ms. Jaclyn Jose, u will be missed. pic.twitter.com/m4fAJuNBIB
— Sky (@xtrjbpm_) March 3, 2024
rest in peace to two of our iconic legends in philippine cinema, jaclyn jose and ronaldo valdez.
🎞️ cedie (1996) dir. romy suzara pic.twitter.com/taPFaJFwh1
— manic pixie dani girl (@denielemein) March 3, 2024
We will remember her as one of the great Philippine celebrities; her signature “monotone” acting voice; First Southeast Asian & Filipino “best actress” in the Cannes festival. Filipina power indeed.
Rest in power, Ms. Jaclyn Jose. ✨
Video courtesy of Bubble Gang, GMA pic.twitter.com/v5qgKgjY6M
— 🏛 ᜀ ᜃᜓ ᜐᜒ ᜇ᜔ᜌᜓᜈ᜔ 🏛 (@iam_jniest) March 3, 2024
jaclyn jose was the first filipino to win an acting prize in one of the big three film festivals.
dubbed the "queen of underacting", jose won in cannes for her role in ma' rosa (2016).
such a tremendous loss in our entertainment industry. rip. pic.twitter.com/3mYG913qEx
— Karl (@karlagbugay) March 3, 2024
