Rosanna Roces Mourns Death of ‘Startalk’ Director Floy Quintos
On Saturday, the entertainment industry was shaken by the news of the passing of acclaimed playwright and director Floy Quintos. Among the many celebrities mourning his death is Rosanna Roces, who expressed her heartbreak over losing someone she considered a true friend.
Quintos, known for his work as a director on the popular celebrity talk show “Startalk” in the late 1990s to 2004, had a close working relationship with Roces. The actress shared that she felt fortunate to have gotten to know Quintos on a personal level during their time together on the show and even after it ended.
In a recent interview, Roces revealed that she had a special bond with the late director and that they would often have meaningful conversations. They had plans to meet before Quintos tragically passed away.
Their last conversation was filled with gratitude, with Quintos thanking Roces for mentioning his name in an interview and Roces expressing her appreciation for his friendship. Roces took to Facebook to share her sorrow, saying, “I am heartbroken Floy Quintos… Salamat sa pitong mabubuting taon na nakasama kita sa ‘Startalk’ at sa labas nito.”
Quintos’ niece, Celina Quintos, confirmed his death on Saturday, revealing that he suffered a heart attack and passed away in a hospital emergency room barely a week after celebrating his 63rd birthday.
The news of Quintos’ untimely death has left many in the entertainment industry mourning the loss of a talented director and an incredible friend. His legacy will continue to live on through the lives of those he impacted with his work and kindness.
