Award-winning actress Jaclyn Jose passes away at 59

MANILA, Philippines — Cannes-winning actress Jaclyn Jose has passed on today, March 3, according to several media reports. She was 59. 

As of press time, the cause of her death is not yet known. 

Jose was born Mary Jane Guck on October 21, 1964. 

She starred in many films, including works by celebrated directors Lino Brocka and Chino Roño. 

In 2016, she became the first Filipino to win the Best Actress Award at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival for her work in Brillante Mendoza's film "Ma'Rosa." 

Jose has been a familiar face on Philippine TV by starring in popular dramas since the 1990s to the present. 

Some of her dramas include "Mula Sa Puso," " Marimar" and "Alyas Robinhood." She was last seen as Chief Espinas in "FPJ's Batang Quiapo." 

Jose is survived by her children, actress Andi Eigenmann and Gwen Ilagan Guck. 

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