Sue Prado has passed away at the age of 44, her family confirmed.
Her death was announced by her sister, May Shereen Prado, in a Facebook post on April 15. The cause of death was not disclosed.
“Our dearest Sue M. Prado has become a constant star in the night sky. It is with profound pain that we share Sue’s passing. Sue brought light to anyone’s path throughout her life. A life lived for others, for the craft she nourished, and for those whom she loved most. Please celebrate her in any way you know how, and honor her memory through kindness. Viewing details will follow.”
Prado built a career in both film and television, with notable roles in projects such as “Barber’s Tales,” “Oro,” “Area,” “Himpapawid,” “Dagsin,” “Thelma,” “Ilustrado,” and “Madrasta.”
She also appeared in “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano,” and was part of series including “Gameboys,” “Abot Kamay na Pangarap,” “Prinsesa ng City Jail,” and “My Father’s Wife.”
Beyond acting, Prado served as a jury member at the 3rd Sharm El Sheikh Asian Film Festival in 2019.
She was set to celebrate her 45th birthday on May 18.