It was a moment no one expected.

At a private family gathering, actress and producer Janine Gutierrez found herself in tears — not on a film set, but in real life — after reading the deeply emotional last will and testament of her grandmother, Philippine music icon Pilita Corrales, who recently passed away.

“I couldn’t stop crying.”

Those were Janine’s words as she tried to describe the wave of emotions that hit her after uncovering what her beloved grandmother had written in her final message. It wasn’t about riches. It wasn’t about properties.

It was about love. Legacy. And a lifetime of memories.

“I didn’t expect it to hit me this hard,” Janine confessed. “Especially the parts where she talked about us — her children, her grandchildren, the people she loved. It felt like she was reliving her entire life with us, one last time.”

The document, shared only with close family, was filled with heartfelt reflections, words of gratitude, and timeless wisdom — a fitting farewell from a woman who touched millions with her voice, but even more with her heart.

A Love Letter From Beyond

While most last wills are about division of assets, Pilita’s final message was something else entirely.

It was a love letter to those she held dear.
A reminder of what truly matters.
And a legacy that will live far beyond her years.

“Her words gave me strength in the middle of grief,” Janine shared. “They weren’t just parting thoughts — they were pieces of her soul. She made us feel like she’s still here, guiding us.”

From Star to Spirit: Pilita’s Legacy Lives On

As the nation continues to mourn the loss of one of its most cherished voices, the private and powerful moment shared by Janine reminds us all of what Pilita Corrales stood for:
Family. Faith. Music. And unconditional love.

Through her final letter, she didn’t just say goodbye — she passed the torch.

“She will forever live in our hearts,” Janine said, wiping tears from her face. “She may have left this world, but her light — and her love — will never fade.”