COCOY LAUREL VISITS NORA AUNOR’S WAKE — BRINGS BACK MEMORIES OF ‘LOLLIPOPS AND ROSES’
A Bittersweet Reunion of Memories at the Wake of the Superstar

In the quiet halls of Heritage Park, where the nation bids farewell to a legend, one familiar face brought a wave of nostalgia and emotion—Cocoy Laurel, singer and actor, and one of Nora Aunor’s most cherished collaborators in the early days of Philippine entertainment.

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Carrying not just flowers, but a heart full of memories, Cocoy arrived at the wake of Nora Aunor, visibly emotional. As he approached her casket, he whispered a silent prayer and placed a white rose near her, a symbolic gesture tied to the song that once bonded them—“Lollipops and Roses.”

A Duet That Captured Hearts

It was the 1970s when Cocoy Laurel and Nora Aunor first teamed up in a series of musical variety shows and concerts, with “Lollipops and Roses” becoming one of their most iconic duets. Their voices blended beautifully, capturing the innocence and charm of young love. For many fans, this duet became a soundtrack of youth, courtship, and Sunday afternoons filled with music.

In a brief conversation with reporters outside the chapel, Cocoy shared,
“She wasn’t just a star. She was the melody of our time. Every performance with her felt like magic.”

A Gentle Goodbye

Though years had passed since their last public appearance together, Cocoy’s presence at the wake served as a touching tribute to the Superstar’s legacy. He stayed for a quiet moment, standing still before her coffin, letting silence speak where words could not.

It wasn’t just a farewell—it was a final encore. A silent curtain call for two voices that once soared together on stage.

A Legacy of Music and Friendship

Cocoy Laurel’s visit is a reminder of Nora Aunor’s deep roots in Filipino music, and the lasting impact she had not only as an actress but as a singer who shaped the golden age of OPM (Original Pilipino Music). Her duets with Cocoy are still remembered by fans, some of whom played “Lollipops and Roses” as a way of honoring her memory during her wake.

In the Hearts of Generations

As the nation continues to mourn, these small yet meaningful gestures—like Cocoy Laurel’s quiet tribute—remind us that Nora Aunor was not just a Superstar on the screen, but a part of countless lives, friendships, and musical journeys.

She may be gone from the stage, but her voice—alongside memories like Lollipops and Roses—will forever echo in the hearts of the Filipino people.