GMA News pillar and multi-awarded broadcast journalist Mike Enriquez passed away this Tuesday, August 29, at the age of 71.

The sad news was confirmed in GMA’s flagship news program “24 Oras:”

“Malungkot pong ibinabalita ng GMA Network ang pagpanaw ng aming minamahal na Kapuso at kaibigan, si Mike Enriquez. Siya po ay 71 na gulang. Si Mike po ay halos 2 dekada natin nakasama gabi-gabi dito sa ’24 Oras’ at naging host ng public affairs program na ‘Imbestigador’.

Recalling that back in December 2021, the acclaimed news anchor underwent a kidney transplant, necessitating a three-month isolation period. Prior to this, in 2018, Mike had also experienced a heart bypass surgery.

Presented here is GMA Network’s official statement regarding the passing of the esteemed broadcast journalist, Mike Enriquez:

“It is with profound sadness that GMA Network announces the passing of our beloved Kapuso, Mr. Miguel “Mike” C. Enriquez, who peacefully joined our Creator on August 29, 2023.

“Enriquez, 71, was one of the anchors of GMA’s flagship newscast “24 Oras” and hosted the long-running public affairs program, “Imbestigador.” He also served as President of RGMA Network, Inc. and GMA Network’s Senior Vice President and Consultant for Radio Operations. He also anchored DZBB’s “Super Balita sa Umaga” and “Saksi sa Dobol B.” He joined the broadcast industry in 1969 and then became part of GMA Network in 1995, wholeheartedly serving the Filipino audience for 54 years.

“The Board of Directors, management, and employees of GMA Network, Inc. deeply mourn the passing of Mr. Enriquez. His dedication to the industry will serve as an inspiration to all. We pray for the eternal repose of our beloved Kapuso.”