📰 Janine Gutierrez Shares Her Final Message to Pilita Corrales Before Her Passing — “You Will Always Be My Light”

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Manila, Philippines –
As the nation mourns the loss of Asia’s Queen of Songs, Pilita Corrales, her granddaughter Janine Gutierrez has shared the final message she was able to tell her beloved “Mamita” before her peaceful passing — and it has left fans and loved ones in tears.

In a heartfelt eulogy delivered during Pilita’s memorial at Heritage Memorial Park, Janine bravely stood before a room full of mourners and spoke about their unbreakable bond — one that transcended generations, careers, and even words.

“Mamita, thank you for being my light, my anchor, and my compass,” Janine said, her voice breaking.
“You taught me how to walk with grace, how to speak with kindness, and how to carry our name with pride.”


💬 “I Love You Forever” — Janine’s Last Whisper

Janine revealed that just days before Pilita passed, she was able to hold her hand and whisper a final message, not knowing it would be their last real conversation.

“I leaned in and told her: ‘I love you forever. Please watch over me.’ And she smiled, the way only Mamita could,” Janine shared.

Those few words now echo in the hearts of fans who’ve followed the strong connection between the two.


🎤 A Legacy of Music, Elegance, and Family

Pilita Corrales was more than just a superstar to Janine. She was a mentor, a second mother, and the reason Janine pursued a life in the public eye with dignity and passion. Janine often credited her Mamita for her strength, style, and poise.

“She wasn’t just the Queen of Songs — she was the queen of our family,” Janine said.
“I will spend my life honoring her name and legacy.”


😭 Fans React: “We Felt Every Word”

Following Janine’s emotional tribute, fans and celebrities took to social media to express their love and support, calling the message “beautiful,” “raw,” and “deeply human.”

Hashtags like #ThankYouPilita, #MamitaForever, and #JanineGutierrezTribute trended nationwide.

“Janine’s message to Pilita wasn’t just for her — it was for all of us who loved her,” said one netizen.
“She honored her Lola the best way she could — with truth and love.”


🌹 A Farewell, Not a Goodbye

As the world says goodbye to Pilita Corrales, Janine promises that her Mamita’s memory will live on — not just in music, but in the way she carries herself, the way she loves, and the way she inspires others.

“Goodbye for now, Mamita… but you will live in every note, every smile, and every act of grace I offer this world.”

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