SHOCKING REVEAL: Jackie Lou Blanco Finally Breaks Silence on Ricky Davao’s Cause of Death — What She Said Left Everyone in Tears!

In a heartbreaking and emotional statement that has brought fans to tears, veteran actress Jackie Lou Blanco has finally spoken out for the first time regarding the death of her former husband, Ricky Davao, one of Philippine cinema’s most respected actors and directors.

Ricky Davao’s passing shocked the entertainment world. Known for his quiet strength, immense talent, and private life, Ricky had long stayed away from controversy. But after weeks of speculation about the real cause of his death, Jackie Lou’s emotional confession has finally laid all rumors to rest — and what she revealed was both tragic and deeply human.

“He kept it from the public because he didn’t want pity — only respect.”

In an exclusive interview aired on national television, Jackie Lou shared that Ricky had been silently battling a rare and aggressive form of cancer for over a year. According to her, the actor chose to keep his diagnosis private, even from some of his closest friends in the industry.

“He didn’t want anyone to look at him differently,” Jackie Lou said, fighting back tears.
“He said, ‘I want to be remembered for the work I’ve done, not for the illness that took me.’ And that’s exactly what he did — he worked until he could no longer stand.”

She revealed that Ricky had undergone multiple treatments and had moments of hope, but his condition deteriorated rapidly in the last few months. Throughout it all, Jackie Lou, though separated from Ricky for years, remained by his side — supporting him not just as a former spouse, but as a loyal friend and confidante.

“We may have gone our separate ways, but we never stopped loving each other in our own way.”

Her voice cracked as she shared the final moments she spent with him.

“He asked me if he did enough… if people would remember him. I told him, ‘Ricky, you didn’t just do enough — you gave everything.’”

Fans were quick to react on social media, flooding timelines with tributes, memories, and condolences. Many expressed admiration not only for Ricky’s body of work but for the grace and strength Jackie Lou showed in telling his story with so much dignity.

A Private Battle, A Public Legacy

Ricky Davao’s death, now confirmed as the result of complications from cancer, ends a decades-long career that shaped Philippine television, theater, and film. From acclaimed performances in Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin, Dahas, and Tanging Yaman, to directing socially conscious dramas, Ricky left behind a legacy of excellence, humility, and quiet brilliance.

The couple, who had three children together, had long been admired for how they navigated their separation with mutual respect and love. Jackie Lou emphasized that their children were with Ricky during his final days and are now focused on honoring his memory privately.

“He didn’t want a spectacle — he wanted peace.”

As funeral arrangements remain private, tributes continue to pour in from across the industry. Celebrities, directors, fans, and even former co-stars have all paid homage to the man who brought so many characters — and emotions — to life.

Jackie Lou’s message ended with a heartfelt plea:

“Please remember him not with sorrow, but with gratitude. He lived a life of purpose. He loved deeply, and he acted with all his heart.”

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💔 Ricky Davao, 1961–2025.
Actor. Director. Father. Fighter.
Gone too soon — but never forgotten.