Rico Blanco ’s Heartbreaking Tribute to Late Brother
RICO BLANCO – Renowned OPM icon Rico Blanco’s tribute to his late brother, filled with love and gratitude, touched the hearts of thousands online.
Rico Blanco has moved countless netizens to tears after sharing a deeply emotional tribute to his younger brother, Rey “Kuya King” Blanco, who recently passed away. Known for his soul-stirring music and heartfelt lyrics, Rico showed that his vulnerability extends beyond the stage and into the most personal corners of his life.
On May 21, the singer-songwriter took to Instagram to post a moving message alongside a carousel of photos — a touching collection that included solo pictures of King and memorable snapshots from their time together. The images painted a vivid portrait of the deep bond between the two siblings, touching the hearts of fans and followers.
In his emotional caption, Rico began by extending his gratitude to those who stood by his family during this painful time. “Thank you everyone for your thoughts and prayers. You gave my dearest brother so much strength. You made him feel he wasn’t alone in a battle he fought ’til the very end,” he wrote.
The most poignant part of the post was Rico’s final message to King, a heartfelt farewell that resonated with many: “Farewell, King. Thank you for bringing us so much love and so much joy. Kuya loves you so much.”
The comment section quickly filled with messages of love, comfort, and condolences from fans, friends, and fellow artists, all expressing their support for Rico and his grieving family. The raw honesty of Rico’s words reminded many of the deep pain of loss — and the power of love that endures even after death.
Earlier, Rivermaya drummer Mark Escueta confirmed the sad news of King’s passing and shared details about the wake and funeral mass, prompting an outpouring of sympathy and solidarity from the OPM community and beyond.
Rico Blanco’s tribute stands as a reminder that even in moments of great sorrow, music and memory have the power to connect us all.