Filipino comedian Gil Aducal Morales, popularly known as Ate Gay, has passed away at the age of 55 on Sunday, November 1, 2026.
His family confirmed the comedian’s death through a social media post, saying he passed away after bravely fighting for his life amid his battle with cancer.
“It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that our family announces the passing of our beloved Gil Aducal Morales, lovingly known to many as Ate Gay, on November 1, 2026,” the family said in a Facebook post on Morales’ official page.
“After bravely fighting for his life, while surrounded by his family, our beloved Ate Gay has peacefully passed away,” they added.
The family also expressed gratitude to everyone who extended prayers, love, financial assistance, and support throughout his battle with the illness.
They likewise appealed for continued prayers for his eternal repose and for strength and comfort for their grieving family.
Details of his wake and funeral arrangements have yet to be announced.
Morales was diagnosed with mucoepidermoid squamous cell carcinoma, a rare type of cancer, and was rushed to the Asian Hospital and Medical Center on October 17 after experiencing difficulty breathing.
Earlier in October, the comedian drew attention online after sharing photos that appeared to show a funeral.
It was later revealed that he had organized a living funeral on October 15 at Forest Lake Memorial Parks in Biñan, Laguna, allowing him to celebrate his life with loved ones while he was still alive.
(Photo Courtesy: Gil Aducal Morales)
