Ate Gay in ICU for nearly a week; family appeals for help

The family of Ate Gay, who has been battling cancer, appealed for financial assistance as they revealed that the comedian has been hospitalized in the intensive care unit for almost a week now.

The family released a statement through Ate Gay’s Facebook page under his real name, Gil Aducal Morales, on Tuesday, Oct. 27.

“Our beloved Gil Aducal Morales, known to many as Ate Gay, has been confined in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Asian Hospital and Medical Center for almost a week. During this difficult time, our family is humbly reaching out to your kind hearts for any financial assistance to help support his ongoing medical needs,” they said.

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They extended their gratitude to those who have offered assistance to their family, saying every donation, regardless the amount, is deeply appreciated.

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“We humbly ask for your kindness and prayers as we continue to hope for his recovery. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your love, generosity, and support,” they added.

The family also included in the post their bank details for those who wish to extend financial help to Morales.

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Morales has been diagnosed with mucoepidermoid squamous cell carcinoma, a rare type of cancer. Just prior to his recent hospitalization, the comedian celebrated his life through a “living funeral” with his family and friends. /edv