Paolo “Paowee” Tantoco of the esteemed Tantoco family has passed away, his family confirmed on Sunday, March 9.

“It is with great sorrow that we share the sudden passing of our son Paolo “Paowee” Tantoco. We are devastated by our loss and kindly request for your prayers for Paowee and our family,” his parents, Rico and Nena Tantoco said in a statement.

“We will share more details as we finalise arrangements for bringing him home to the Philippines,” they added.