Social media users celebrated the legacy of the late Jaclyn Jose by sharing their favorite scenes and roles of the veteran actress, who passed away at the age of 60.
Born Mary Jane Santa Ana Guck, Jaclyn left an indelible mark on the entertainment landscape, earning numerous awards throughout her acting career.
Known for her “subtle” and “powerful” acting performances which coined the term “no acting” method, Jaclyn showcased this approach notably in Brillante Mendoza’s 2016 film Ma’ Rosa, earning her the Best Actress award at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival.
This historic win marked the Philippines’ first Best Actress triumph at the prestigious festival.
Ma’ Rosa is only just one of the numerous revered TV series and films that Jaclyn starred in including Mula Sa Puso, Cedie, Macho Dancer, Takaw Tukso, Imortal, The Flor Contemplacion Story, Kalel 15, and Patay na si Hesus, among others.
The news of Jaclyn’s passing has elicited an outpouring of grief and tributes from fans resulting in her name becoming one of the top trending topics on X.
The social media platform had become a virtual space for netizens to share their favorite films and moments featuring Jose, and celebrate the legacy of the late actress.
Rest In Peace, the first-ever Filipino Cannes Best Actress winner Jaclyn Jose. pic.twitter.com/y7TGmwZ1pS
— Philippine TV & Film Updates (@phtvandfilmupd) March 4, 2024
We lost another icon. What a sad day for Philippine cinema. The first Southeast Asian to win Best Actress at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival and an Asian Film Award nominee.
— ⭐ (@darnarchives) March 3, 2024
RIP to one of the greatest Filipino actresses of all time, Jaclyn Jose ?️ pic.twitter.com/MOze7yycYs
Lest we forget that when Jaclyn Jose pulled off that surprise Cannes Best Actress win under George Miller's presidency, she won over the likes of Isabelle Huppert, Marion Cotillard, Juliette Binoche, Ruth Negga, Charlize Theron, Sonia Braga, Kim Min-hee, and Sandra Hüller. Queen! pic.twitter.com/2mUZTvG9yF
— Nicol (@nikowl) March 3, 2024
rest in peace, jaclyn jose. pic.twitter.com/MSed1sCSYe
— manic pixie dani girl (@denielemein) March 3, 2024
Very sad to learn that Jaclyn Jose, the first Filipino and first Southeast Asian to win Cannes Film Festival Best Actress in 2016 for Ma Rosa, has passed away at 59. ? One of the all-time best Filipino actresses whose performances always rang true. pic.twitter.com/lSlyFLZtPB
— Yong Chavez (@YongChavezLA) March 3, 2024
such a tremendous loss for the philippine cinema. rest in peace, ms. jaclyn jose. pic.twitter.com/TDhrvvy4DR
— kit ? ? ? (@kitoyaki) March 3, 2024
we used to use this meme whenever we are in "petsa de peligro" days, but now, it will never be the same…
— Sky (@trjbp_) March 3, 2024
RIP Ms. Jaclyn Jose, u will be missed. pic.twitter.com/m4fAJuNBIB
One of Jaclyn Jose’s iconic roles in Philippine television, ang orihinal na Magda sa Mula Sa Puso ??? pic.twitter.com/ZNBVQO1IeY
— ALTStarMagic ? (@AltStarMagic) March 3, 2024
We will remember her as one of the great Philippine celebrities; her signature “monotone” acting voice; First Southeast Asian & Filipino “best actress” in the Cannes festival. Filipina power indeed.
— ? ᜀ ᜃᜓ ᜐᜒ ᜇ᜔ᜌᜓᜈ᜔ ? (@iam_jniest) March 3, 2024
Rest in power, Ms. Jaclyn Jose. ✨
Video courtesy of Bubble Gang, GMA pic.twitter.com/v5qgKgjY6M
we'll always have this iconic line delivery from THE jaclyn jose pic.twitter.com/l4r3uZjESb
— Nicol (@nikowl) March 3, 2024
Maraming Salamat po Chief Espinas! ??
— Pookie Pie ? (@pookiepay) March 3, 2024
Rest in peace, Miss Jaclyn Jose. ? https://t.co/nlsqSaxzyx pic.twitter.com/SGfn06sXhg
rest in peace to two of our iconic legends in philippine cinema, jaclyn jose and ronaldo valdez.
— manic pixie dani girl (@denielemein) March 3, 2024
?️ cedie (1996) dir. romy suzara pic.twitter.com/taPFaJFwh1
Many expressed their gratitude for the actress’s impactful contributions to Philippine cinema and how her performances had left a lasting impression on their lives.
Jaclyn’s daughter, Andi Eigenmann, recently released an official statement regarding her untimely passing during a press conference on Monday, March 4.
Earlier, her talent management, PPL Entertainment, stated that “the Guck and Eigenmann families are requesting for everyone to allow them respect and privacy to mourn her passing”.
