MANILA, Philippines - Acclaimed Filipino artist Mauro “Malang” Santos died last Saturday after a lingering illness. He was 89.
A GMA News Online report said his family members have confirmed the passing of the award-winning painter, cartoonist and illustrator at around 5 a.m. last June 10.
The National Council for Culture and the Arts has yet to issue a statement on Santos’ demise.
Several artists and organizations have paid their respects to Malang and extended sympathies to his family.
Santos, more popularly known by the mononym Malang, was an icon in the local art scene and was recognized by both his peers and art patrons for his works on various subjects such as women, plants and urban city scenes.
His works have become prized possessions of art lovers and critics alike.
He is survived by his children Steve and Liza Santos, Simon and Gloria Santos, Sarah and Jimmy Ruiz, Soler and Mona Santos, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Steve and Soler are also artists.
The wake for Malang is at Arlington Memorial Chapels in Quezon City until June 13.