Local celebrities expressed grief over the death of internet personality Lloyd Cafe Cadena. He was 26.
The news of his death was announced on his official Facebook page on Friday, September 4.
“It is with a heavy heart and great sadness that we announce the untimely demise of our beloved brother Lloyd Cafe Cadena,” the post read. “May he be remembered for all the joy and laughter he shared with everyone. My family and I ask for your prayers, respect, and privacy during this time.”
Lloyd was one of the country's most popular YouTubers. He entered the world of vlogging back in 2010.
He had more than 8 million subscribers combined over his two YouTube channels, and over 6.5 million followers on Facebook.
In 2018, Lloyd released a book with ABS-CBN Publishing, Ex-Rated: ex – (noun) lubak, wrong turn, mistake, hayop, a compilation of straight-out yet hilarious takes “on the right way to be unloved."
Lloyd was also part of ABS-CBN's YouTube-certified multi-channel network, Adober Studios. He also DJ-ed for 90.7 Love Radio.
Sharon Cuneta, Alex Gonzaga, Maris Racal, Bianca Gonzalez, and other celebrities took to social media to express their shock over the news.
Sharon Cuneta
Alex Gonzaga
Maris Racal
oh my god. Lloyd Cadena was such a joy to watch. Rest in peace. 💔
— mr (@MissMarisRacal) September 4, 2020
Bianca Gonzalez
I only met him and would see him at events but he was always so gracious and his joy would radiate. My sincerest condolences to his family and loved ones. 😢 Rest in peace, Lloyd Cadena. 💔
— Bianca Gonzalez (@iamsuperbianca) September 4, 2020
Saab Magalona
It really makes you think. We can be gone tomorrow. Are we living our best life? Are we loving our neighbors? Are we choosing kindness? I never met him but I've heard nothing but kind words about @LloydCadena. Gone too soon. May he rest in peace.💔
— Saab (@saabmagalona) September 4, 2020
Empress Schuck