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15.8.08

Francis Magalona Diagnosed with Leukemia

Posted by keSSen On 12:27 AM No comments

Francis Magalona was diagnosed with leukemia. He confirmed it in his noontime TV show, Eat Bulaga!, through a text message that was read on air by his co-host Vic Sotto on Thursday.

The full text message reads:

"Sa lahat ng mga dabarkads ko dito sa Eat Bulaga miss ko na kayong lahat. Araw-araw, magkakasama tayo at kayo’y naging second family ko na. Pati na rin ang lahat ng mga viewers sa mga bahay at sa studio. Ngayon, meron akong isang pagsubok na dapat daanan at ang hiling ko lang ay pangunawa at suporta. I have been diagnosed with leukemia and I am preparing for my treatment. Sa tulong ng Panginoon, kakayanin ko poi to. Abangan nyo ang aking pagbabalik. Di ko lang kayo miss, lab ko kayo lahat."

Magalona took an indefinite leave of absence from the noontime show, Eat Bulaga! while preparing for his upcoming treatment. But he assured the public that he will be back. Francis M. said in an interview with the Philippine Daily Inquirer that he don't want this to be turned into a “media circus” and would rather keep it “private.” I think we should all respect that, and instead, let us pray for Him.

Francis M. is one of my personal faves. A true artist who expresses his love for the country openly and is proud of it. His works as an artist is an evidence of his patriotism. His works can be found at his website.

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