Actress and singer Zsa zsa Padilla recalled her moments with her idol and inspiration, Pilita Corrales.She wrote on social media, "I'll never forget the first time we worked together--what an honor it was to finally get to know you beyond the icon I had long admired. You were always so candid, so funny, so full of life.
I will miss your stories deeply." Actor Jericho Rosales shared an Instagram Story remembering Pilita Corrales's music, he wrote, "Her songs engraved in my mother's heart. Beyond grateful for this artist.
" Jessica and Max Gutierrez, grandchildren of Pilita Corrales also announced their grandmother's passing. "It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved mami and mamita, Pilita Corrales. Pilita touched the lives of many, not only with her songs but also with her kindness and generosity.
She will be remembered for her contributions to the entertainment industry, but most of all for her love of life and family. Please join us with your prayers and kind thoughts as we celebrate her beautiful life." Actor and musician Janno Gibbs remembers his moments with the late Pilita Corrales, "Honored to have recorded this duet version of her song.
She was thrilled to make her 1st ever music video in her career. Love you Tapilits Your voice stayed golden till the end." Senator Grace Poe also extended her condolences to the family of Pilita Corrales.
"Si Pilita ang halimbawa na ang tunay na ganda at talento ay hindi kumukupas sa pagdaan ng mga taon. Sa kanyang anim na dekada niya sa showbiz, nakatatak sa kaisipan ng mamamayang Pilipino ang kanyang natatanging istilo ng pagkanta at ang kanyang nakakahalinang liyad kapag tumataas ang mga nota. Ang kanyang 135 na album ay patunay ng kanyang matimbang na ambag sa musikang Pilipino.
Isang milyong pasasalamat sa iyong kontribusyon sa sining at industriya at sa mabuting pagkakaibigan sa aming pamilya, Tita Pilita.".
Michael V. honors music icon Pilita Corrales

The Philippine entertainment industry is heartbroken to learn that Asia's Queen of Song, Pilita Corrales, has passed away at the age of 85.Pilita's granddaughter, Janine Gutierrez confirmed the news on April 12. She paid tribute to her lola on Instagram saying, “Pilita touched the lives of many, not only with her songs but also with her kindness and generosity. She will be remembered for her contributions to the entertainment industry, but most of all for her love of life and family.“Please join us with your prayers and kind thoughts as we celebrate her beautiful life.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Michael V. 🇵🇭 (@michaelbitoy) Multi-awarded comedian and Pepito Manaloto star Michael V. honored the memory and legacy of the late OPM icon by drawing a beautiful portrait of her and sharing it on his personal IG page.Several celebrities including his good friend and Bubble Gang pioneer Ogie Alcasid, Valeen Montenegro, and Kapamilya anchor Bernadette Sembrano reacted to his heartwarming tribute for Pilita.Pilita Corrales is survived by her daughter Jackie Lou Blanco and son Ramon “Monching” Christopher Gutierrez.Following her passing, celebrities and public personalities honor Pilita's memory and pay tribute to her lasting legacy.