The entertainment industry just lost a legend. Lolit Solis, the feisty and beloved showbiz columnist, talk show host, and talent manager, passed away on July 3, 2025, at the age of 78. But what happened in her final days? And why did this beloved icon quietly step away from public life long before she died?

➖ A Quiet Goodbye to the Spotlight

For nearly fifty years, Lolit Solis was a vocal presence in Philippine entertainment—co-hosting the famed “Startalk”, mentoring stars like Bong Revilla and Christopher de Leon, and never shying away from controversy.

Her final posts on Instagram, however, were a farewell of a different kind. Diagnosed with kidney disease in 2022, she endured years of dialysis and even a mild stroke. By late 2024, she made a conscious choice to retire from her online columns, writing:

“Mentally tired na ako… No need to prove anything… I feel complete and grateful… If I were to leave now, I have no regrets.”

🏥 The Final Hospitalization

On July 2, 2025, Lolit was admitted to Far Eastern University Hospital for a kidney infection, a complication of her chronic condition. She reportedly experienced anxiety at being hospitalized, sharing through social media that it felt like “not expecting to lie in a hospital bed at my age” .

Despite the challenges, she retained her signature optimism:

“I am thankful… wishing na sana gumaling ako agad at maging active uli… I love life.”

💔 The Final Hours

On July 3, Lolit underwent dialysis once more. Tragically, she suffered an acute coronary syndrome (heart attack)—the official cause of death.

The news was confirmed by her daughter, Angel “Sneezy” Pasamonte, and reported by multiple outlets including GMA News, PEP.ph, PhilStar, and Manila Times.

🕯️ A Nation Mourns

Tributes poured in within hours:

Bong Revilla Jr., one of her star proteges, called her a “solid rock” and a “mother figure”.

Nino Muhlach posted on Facebook: “Paalam Nanay Lolit Solis.”

Other showbiz stalwarts like Jolo Revilla, Salve Asis, and many more lamented the loss of a “feisty, loyal supporter and voice of showbiz” .

A showbiz institution: Lolit shaped the careers of several celebrities and influenced the entertainment landscape for decades.

A candid legacy: Even in illness, she remained open, sharing her mental and physical battles with sincerity.

A tribute to authenticity: In her last message, she embraced gratitude and closure—an inspiring example of strength and dignity.

📅 FINAL MOMENTS TIMELINE

👁️ Final Thought

Lolit Solis’s last words were not of regret, but of love and completeness. She lived a storied life with no illusions left—grateful for laughter, forgiveness, and legacy.

As the entertainment world grapples with her passing, one message resounds: live fully, speak truth boldly, and when your time comes—leave with grace.