Rico J. Puno, also known as the Total Entertainer, died of cardiac arrest early Tuesday morning, Oct. 30. He was 65.
Some of Puno’s biggest hits include “Macho Guwapito,” “Kapalaran,” “May Bukas Pa,” and “Buhat.” He also popularized the use of Filipino lyrics in English songs notably “The Way We Were.” Makati mayor Abby Binay said the city government and the people of Makati mourn the sudden passing of Puno. He served as councilor for the 1st District of Makati for three straight terms from 1998 to 2007, and also won in the 2016 elections. In 2015, Puno survived triple bypass surgery.
