Dubbed as the “oldest active actress” in Philippine television, Anita Linda, has passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2020, due to old age.

The legendary actress was 95.

The news came from director Adolf Alix Jr., who directed her films "Adela" and "Circa,” which was confirmed by Anita's daughter Francesca Lake-Legaspi.

The director also posted a photo with the legendary actress on Instagram.

 

 

 

 

 

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This is a very sad day for me. I am trembling as I am gathering my thoughts... The great Anita Linda has passed away this morning at 6:15AM. Prayers for her soul. My condolences to her family and her children, Francesca Legaspi and Fred Osburn.

A post shared by Adolfo Borinaga Alix, Jr. (@aalixjr) on Jun 9, 2020 at 5:47pm PDT

“This is a very sad day for me. I am trembling as I am gathering my thoughts...,” Alix wrote in the caption.

The industry is grieving the loss of yet another film legend. Her friends and co-workers in the industry have started to extend their condolences to Anita’s family on social media.

It's rare for an actress to find a second (third? fourth?) wave of career resurgence when she's already in her 80s. But Anita Linda surely loved acting so much she continuously gave us great performances up until her 90s.

RIP Anita Linda pic.twitter.com/DXkaprRtEr

— Nicol (@nikowl) June 10, 2020

 

 

 

 

 

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Veteran actress Anita Linda, binigyang pagkilala ng Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) sa “Sandaan: Dunong ng isang Ina” para sa kanyang mga natatanging ambag sa pelikulang Pilipino. #AnitaLinda #DunongNgIsangIna #AnitaLindaEvent @fdcpofficial Photos by @cinemathequemnl

A post shared by Push (@pushalerts) on Jun 16, 2019 at 8:51pm PDT

 

 In June last year, she was honored by the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) with an achievement award for her contributions to cinema as an actress and a mentor.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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I just heard about the passing of the Great Anita Linda from director Adolfo Borinaga Alix Jr., and it's heartbreaking. Last year, I posted my memorable encounter with her. A once in a lifetime chance na makadaupang palad sya...this was what she said to me. ANITA: Liza, life has been good to me. Matanda na 'ko, malabo na ang mga mata ko, hindi na ako masyadong makarinig. Pero hanggang ngayon, nandito pa rin ako. Ayokong iwanan ang buhay dahil masarap mabuhay. It was such a humbling experience to have been able to spend a moment with one of our country's living treasures. To Miss Anita Linda, the industry is blessed to have you po. Thank you for being an inspiration to all of us. Your words will forever be in my heart. Paalam po. Hanggang sa muli... ❤

A post shared by Liza Diño-Seguerra (@lizadino) on Jun 9, 2020 at 9:13pm PDT

She has starred in numerous award-winning films like “Lola,” Alix’s “Adela," and “Ang Babae sa Bubungang Lata” for which she won the FAMAS Award for Best Supporting Actress at age of 74, making her the oldest actress to do so.

Among her other best-known projects were Lino Brocka’s 'Hellow, Soldier,' Mike de leon’s 'Sister Stella L,' and Brillante Mendoza’s 'Lola.' 

REST IN PEACE, ANITA.