Screen icon Gloria Romero passes away

MANILA, Philippines — Movie and TV icon Gloria Romero has passed away. She was 91.

The screen legend's family confirmed her passing on Saturday, January 25.

Her daughter, Maritess Gutierrez, confirmed to ABS-CBN News about her death. She died peacefully.

"In this time of loss, our family deeply appreciates the support, prayers, sympathy, all the lovely messages and heartfelt condolences that we've received. She will surely be missed dearly," Gutierrez said on social media.

Romero's wake will be at the Arlington Memorial Chapel in Quezon City.

Romero starred in several movies spanning seven decades since the 1960s. These include "Tanging Yaman," "Magnifico," and "Rainbow's Sunset."