[Trending Now] BREAKING : Veteran Actor Dick Israel Passed Away!

It's a sad day for showbiz. Veteran actor Dick Israel passed away just last night, October 11. This was confirmed by actress Vivian Velez, who earlier tried to raise funds for the Israel.

In an interview with DZMM, Velez shared that it was Israel's son who told her that the actor suddenly started vomiting blood and eventually died inside their house. Israel's wife is also currently in a coma after being rushed to the hospital two weeks ago.

Israel's house caught in a fire last July, which destroyed almost everything they had. He also suffered a stroke last 2010 which paralyzed half his body and made it hard for him to speak. 

Velez helped Israel and his family find a new home with the help of Damay Kamay. 

Meanwhile, Israel's family asks for privacy and have yet to do any interviews.

Source: TNP , ABS-CBN