US EditionOPM LOSES ANOTHER ICON: HAJJI ALEJANDRO DIES AT 70 - Asian Journal News
- Hajji Alejandro, an OPM icon, passed away at 70 after battling stage 4 colon cancer, as confirmed by his family on April 22.
- His daughter, Chef Barni Alejandro, expressed grief online, stating, 'I can’t fathom a life without you. My heart is broken into a million pieces.'
- Hajji was known for hits like 'Kay Ganda Ng Ating Musika' and was a staple in the Philippine music scene during the 70s and 80s.
- His death marks the third significant loss in the Philippine entertainment industry within a week, following the deaths of Pilita Corrales and Nora Aunor.
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OPM LOSES ANOTHER ICON: HAJJI ALEJANDRO DIES AT 70 - Asian Journal News
Hajji Alejandro, the “Kilabot ng mga Kolehiyala” and a pillar of Original Pilipino Music (OPM), passed away following a battle with colon cancer. His timeless hits, helped define a generation of Filipino ballads. MANILA — Just a little over a week since the passing of Pilita Corrales, Asia’s Queen of Songs, and days after the world bid farewell to Superstar…
OPM icon Hajji Alejandro, 70
MANILA, Philippines — OPM icon Hajji Alejandro has died after battling stage 4 colon cancer, his family confirmed on Tuesday morning. "It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved dad and son, Anglelit "Hajji" T. Alejandro. "At this time, we kindly ask for privacy as our family grieves this tremendous loss. We appreciate your understanding and support during this difficult time," the family statement read, as shared by the …
OPM icon Hajji Alejandro dies after colon cancer battle
MANILA, Philippines – Another pillar of the Philippine entertainment industry bid farewell as OPM legend Hajji Alejandro died on Monday, April 21, after a battle with stage 4 colon cancer. He was 70. The family confirmed his death on Tuesday, April 22. “At this time, we kindly ask for privacy as our family grieves this tremendous loss,” the statement said. Alejandro, known as the “Kilabot ng mga Kolehiyala” (college girls’ heartthrob) in his pri…
Hajji Alejandro passes away at 70: The OPM icon who fought colon cancer
Hajji AlejandroOPM icon Hajji Alejandro has passed away following a battle with colon cancer. He was 70.As of 6:30 a.m. today, April 22, Hajji's family has not released an official statement. However, Chef Barni Alejandro, who is Hajji's daughter, acknowledged the condolences shared by friends in the comments section of her Facebook post since midnight."Heartfelt condolences Barni Alejandro, such a great loss," wrote a family friend in the comme…
Hajji Alejandro (1954-2025) - Find a Grave...
Singer, Actor. He was best known to Filipino music fans for his popular music in the 1970s and 1980s that earned him the nickname "kilabot ng mga kolehiyala" (college girls' heartthrob). Born Angelito Toledo Alejandro, he first gained prominence as a member of the Circus Band before launching a successful solo career in the 1970s. His hit songs, including "Kay Ganda ng Ating Musika," "Panakip-Butas," and "Nakapagtataka," became classics in Filip…
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