Rapper Francis Magalona passes away

Popularly known as the King of Pinoy Rap, performer Francis Magallona passed away early this morning, March 6 at the Medical City due to complications from leukemia. Francis has been battling cancer since August of 2008. The announcement was first made on Eat Bulaga!, a variety show of which he had been a host prior to his health problems

Francis M left behind his wife Pia Arroyo and children Unna, Nicolo, Francis Jr., Isabella, Elmo, Arkin, Clara, Saab and actress Maxene Magalona.

Our deepest condolences to the family.