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Who was Jonathan Darca?
Jonathan Darca was a former teen actor who rose to fame as a member of the Thursday group of That’s Entertainment, a popular youth-oriented variety show that aired on GMA-7 from 1986 to 1996. He was known for his boyish charm and good looks, and he appeared in several movies and TV shows with his fellow That’s Entertainment stars.
Some of his notable projects were the movies “Nasaan Ka Nang Kailangan Kita” (1986), “Petrang Kabayo at ang Pilyang Kuting” (1988), and “Bakit Kay Tagal ng Sandali?” (1990), and the TV shows “GMA Supershow” (1987-1997), “Lovingly Yours, Helen” (1984-1996), and “GMA Telecine Specials” (1987-1995).
He was also part of the singing group “The Thursday Boys” with Chuckie Dreyfus, Jovit Moya, and Romnick Sarmenta. They released an album titled “Thursday Boys” in 1989 under OctoArts Records.
What happened to Jonathan Darca?
Jonathan Darca’s showbiz career faded in the early 1990s, and he decided to pursue other interests. He became a businessman and a family man, marrying his wife Maricel and having two children, Jonmar and Jonica.
However, his life took a turn for the worse when he was diagnosed with chronic kidney disease in 2009. He had to undergo dialysis three times a week, which cost him a lot of money and affected his quality of life. He also suffered from diabetes and hypertension, which complicated his condition.
He appealed for help from his former colleagues and friends in the industry, as well as from the public, to support his medical expenses and his family’s needs. He also expressed his desire to have a kidney transplant, but he could not find a suitable donor.
How did Jonathan Darca die?
Jonathan Darca passed away on October 25, 2011, at the age of 40. He died of cardiac arrest due to complications from his kidney disease. He was rushed to the hospital, but he was declared dead on arrival.
His death shocked and saddened his fans and friends, who remembered him as a kind and cheerful person. His former That’s Entertainment co-stars paid tribute to him on social media and in the media, and some of them attended his wake and funeral.
He was laid to rest at the Loyola Memorial Park in Marikina City, where his grave is visited by his loved ones and admirers.
Conclusion
Jonathan Darca was a former teen star who had a promising career in showbiz, but he faced a tragic end due to his kidney disease. He left behind a legacy of entertainment and a family who loved him dearly. He will always be remembered as one of the original members of That’s Entertainment, and as a talented and good-hearted person.
