Veteran actor Mark Gil dies
The actor was known for his role in the movie ‘Batch 81’ directed by Mike de Leon
Rappler.com
Published 11:21 AM, Sep 01, 2014
Updated 11:34 AM, Sep 01, 2014
MARK GIL. The actor would have turned 53 this September. Photo from Facebook
MANILA, Philippines - Veteran actor Mark Gil has died. He was 52, and would have celebrated his 53rd birthday on September 25.
It was reported that the actor died of liver cirrhosis. The family has yet to issue a statement on his death.
Born Ralph John Eigenmann, he is the son of veteran actors Eddie Mesa and Rosemarie Gil. His siblings include actors Michael de Mesa and Cherie Gil, and is the father of actors Gabby Eigenmann, Timmy Eigenmann (Sid Lucero), and Andi Eigenmann.
A prominent actor in the industry, Mark rose to fame in the movie Batch 81 directed by Mike de Leon, where he played a neophyte initiated in a fraternity.
He was recently seen in the ABS-CBN drama The Legal Wife starring Angel Locsin. – Rappler.com