Movie and television icon Gloria Romero passed away January 25, 2025. She was 91. Her daughter Maritess Gutierrez, confirmed the news in a social media post, saying she died “peacefully.”

“To our dearest family, relatives and friends: It is with great sadness to announce the passing of my beloved Mother, Gloria Galla Gutierrez aka Gloria Romero who peacefully joined our Creator earlier today January 25, 2025,

In this time of loss, our family deeply appreciates the support, prayers, sympathy, all the lovely messages, and heartfelt condolences that we’ve received. She will surely be missed dearly.”

The wake will be held at Arlington Memorial Chapels, Hall A, in Quezon City. Visiting hours begin at 1 p.m. for family and friends, followed by a novena at 5 p.m. and a mass at 6 p.m.

Tita Glo as she is known in the industry received numerous movie citations including Best Actress and Best Supporting Actress awards from FAMAS, Film Academy of the Philippines, Gawad Urian Awards, and many more.

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