Chino Trinidad, a veteran sports journalist, has passed away. He was 56.
The unfortunate news was confirmed to GMA News Online by his daughter, Floresse Trinidad.
“Yes, we are very sad to share the news of his passing last night, July 13, 2024,” Floresse said through SMS.
Trinidad succumbed to a heart attack on Saturday night while he was on the way to a supposed meeting in Newport World Resorts with Efren “Bata” Reyes and other personalities.
He was rushed to San Juan de Dios Hospital, where he died.
In a separate message, Trinidad’s children honored him as “a passionate member of the media and sports community.”
“Known to many through his storytelling, he never stopped sharing the greatness of Filipinos,” the message read.
“He was a loving husband and a supportive father. He will truly be missed,” it added.
Other details, including the wake schedule, have yet to be revealed as of writing.
Trinidad previously worked with GMA Sports as a correspondent and sports analyst.
In 2019, he received a special award for Meritorious Conduct at the Dangal ng Maharlika Awards.
He was recognized for “contributing to the promotion, awareness, and appreciation of arnis and Filipino martial arts.” —KG, GMA Integrated News