Kris Aquino Reminisces Cory Aquino's Last Few Days in the Hospital

An emotional Kris Aquino appeared tearful on ABS-CBN's "The Buzz" last Sunday, August 2, 2009, recalling the last days of her mother, former Philippine President Corazon "Cory" Aquino, who died after her more than a year battle against colon cancer.

Watch the 12-part interview of host Boy Abunda with Kris below:

Part 1: Kris Aquino Talks About the Last Days of Cory Aquino


Part 2: Kris Aquino Talks About the Last Days of Cory Aquino


Part 3: Kris Aquino Talks About the Last Days of Cory Aquino

Part 4: Kris Aquino Talks About the Last Days of Cory Aquino

Part 5: Kris Aquino Talks About the Last Days of Cory Aquino

Part 6: Kris Aquino Talks About the Last Days of Cory Aquino

Part 7: Kris Aquino Talks About the Last Days of Cory Aquino

Part 8: Kris Aquino Talks About the Last Days of Cory Aquino

Part 9: Kris Aquino Talks About the Last Days of Cory Aquino

Part 10: Kris Aquino Talks About the Last Days of Cory Aquino

Part 11: Kris Aquino Talks About the Last Days of Cory Aquino


Final Part: Kris Aquino Talks About the Last Days of Cory Aquino


Video Credit: ABS-CBN and The Buzz

Kris Aquino Reminisces Cory Aquino's Last Few Days in the Hospital

An emotional Kris Aquino appeared tearful on ABS-CBN's "The Buzz" last Sunday, August 2, 2009, recalling the last days of her mother, former Philippine President Corazon "Cory" Aquino, who died after her more than a year battle against colon cancer.

Watch the 12-part interview of host Boy Abunda with Kris below:

Part 1: Kris Aquino Talks About the Last Days of Cory Aquino


Part 2: Kris Aquino Talks About the Last Days of Cory Aquino


Part 3: Kris Aquino Talks About the Last Days of Cory Aquino

Part 4: Kris Aquino Talks About the Last Days of Cory Aquino

Part 5: Kris Aquino Talks About the Last Days of Cory Aquino

Part 6: Kris Aquino Talks About the Last Days of Cory Aquino

Part 7: Kris Aquino Talks About the Last Days of Cory Aquino

Part 8: Kris Aquino Talks About the Last Days of Cory Aquino

Part 9: Kris Aquino Talks About the Last Days of Cory Aquino

Part 10: Kris Aquino Talks About the Last Days of Cory Aquino

Part 11: Kris Aquino Talks About the Last Days of Cory Aquino


Final Part: Kris Aquino Talks About the Last Days of Cory Aquino


Video Credit: ABS-CBN and The Buzz

Cory Aquino Wake and Memorial Service Schedules

The Aquinos, through their spokesperson Deedee Siytangco, announces their decision of having a private funeral for the late President Cory Aquino instead of a state funeral (under law, all Presidents were entitled to a state funeral but still subject to the family's approval).

"For all intentions and purposes, she had been a private citizen after stepping down, and siguro, to a degree we would like to spend as much time as possible as a family with her." explained Senator Noynoy Aquino of their decision.

Aquino, however, said that there will still be honor guards at the wake, as per tradition in wakes for former government officials.

The Aquinos also announces President Cory's wake and memorial services schedule as listed below:

• : President Cory's body will lie in state at the La Salle Greenhills (LSGH) gymnasium.

• : The wake will be open to the public (Gate 5 entrance for public and Gate 2 for media) from 5 p.m. on Saturday and will continue until Monday. The daily viewing schedule will be until 4 a.m., and will then resume on 7 a.m.

• : A mass at the LSGH will be held at 8 p.m. on Saturday, August 1.

• : Daily Catholic masses daily at 12nn and 8 p.m. at LSGH and Manila Cathedral.

• : "Dedication Garden for Tita Cory" at the Sacred Ground of EDSA Shrine (where supporters can put flowers, prayers, candles and notes to Cory).

• : President Cory's remain will be transferred from LSGH to Manila Cathedral on August 3 at 11am.

• : Chronological service will be held at the Manila Cathedral on August 4.

• : Necrological and vigil service is on August 4 from 4 a.m. until 6 a.m. at the Manila Cathedral.

• : On Wednesday, President Cory will be buried at the Manila Memorial Park after a 9 a.m. mass at the cathedral. She will be buried beside her late husband, Senator Benigno "Ninoy" Aquino Jr.

President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo also declared a 10-day period of national mourning for the lost of Philippine much admired former President Cory Aquino.

Cory Aquino Wake and Memorial Service Schedules

The Aquinos, through their spokesperson Deedee Siytangco, announces their decision of having a private funeral for the late President Cory Aquino instead of a state funeral (under law, all Presidents were entitled to a state funeral but still subject to the family's approval).

"For all intentions and purposes, she had been a private citizen after stepping down, and siguro, to a degree we would like to spend as much time as possible as a family with her." explained Senator Noynoy Aquino of their decision.

Aquino, however, said that there will still be honor guards at the wake, as per tradition in wakes for former government officials.

The Aquinos also announces President Cory's wake and memorial services schedule as listed below:

• : President Cory's body will lie in state at the La Salle Greenhills (LSGH) gymnasium.

• : The wake will be open to the public (Gate 5 entrance for public and Gate 2 for media) from 5 p.m. on Saturday and will continue until Monday. The daily viewing schedule will be until 4 a.m., and will then resume on 7 a.m.

• : A mass at the LSGH will be held at 8 p.m. on Saturday, August 1.

• : Daily Catholic masses daily at 12nn and 8 p.m. at LSGH and Manila Cathedral.

• : "Dedication Garden for Tita Cory" at the Sacred Ground of EDSA Shrine (where supporters can put flowers, prayers, candles and notes to Cory).

• : President Cory's remain will be transferred from LSGH to Manila Cathedral on August 3 at 11am.

• : Chronological service will be held at the Manila Cathedral on August 4.

• : Necrological and vigil service is on August 4 from 4 a.m. until 6 a.m. at the Manila Cathedral.

• : On Wednesday, President Cory will be buried at the Manila Memorial Park after a 9 a.m. mass at the cathedral. She will be buried beside her late husband, Senator Benigno "Ninoy" Aquino Jr.

President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo also declared a 10-day period of national mourning for the lost of Philippine much admired former President Cory Aquino.

Former Philippine President Corazon Aquino Dies

Former Philippine President Corazon Cojuangco Aquino passed away at exactly 3:18 a.m. on Saturday, August 1, 2009, at the Makati Medical Center in Manila after battling colon cancer for more than a year. She was 76.

Once a reluctant housewife, Aquino was known as an icon of Philippine democracy after the EDSA 'People Power' revolution removed the Marcos dictatorship and restored democracy in the Southeast Asian archipelago in 1986.

Aquino served as the nation's president until 1992 when she gave way to her successor, President Fidel Ramos.

But in March 2008, Cory Aquino has been diagnosed with colon cancer and has been going in and out of the hospital since then for chemotherapy. Last May, she underwent surgery to remove parts of her colon and was brought to the Makati Medical Center in June due to loss of appetite.

Last Monday, the Aquino family said Mrs. Aquino's condition had turned to "guarded" due to her fluctuating blood pressure.

Her son, Senator Benigno 'Noynoy' Aquino III, confirmed that the former leader's cancer had already spread to her liver.

"Her weakened condition does not allow chemotherapy. We have reached the point where you're not sure if the intervention will help or worsen the condition," he told reporters.

Last week, her supporters tied yellow ribbons along Times St. and Examiner St. in Quezon City near Mrs. Aquino's residence, and also outside the Makati Medical Center, symbolizing hope and prayers for her recovery and as a show of support for Philippine democracy.

May Your Soul Rest in Peace, President Cory.

Former Philippine President Corazon Aquino Dies

Former Philippine President Corazon Cojuangco Aquino passed away at exactly 3:18 a.m. on Saturday, August 1, 2009, at the Makati Medical Center in Manila after battling colon cancer for more than a year. She was 76.

Once a reluctant housewife, Aquino was known as an icon of Philippine democracy after the EDSA 'People Power' revolution removed the Marcos dictatorship and restored democracy in the Southeast Asian archipelago in 1986.

Aquino served as the nation's president until 1992 when she gave way to her successor, President Fidel Ramos.

But in March 2008, Cory Aquino has been diagnosed with colon cancer and has been going in and out of the hospital since then for chemotherapy. Last May, she underwent surgery to remove parts of her colon and was brought to the Makati Medical Center in June due to loss of appetite.

Last Monday, the Aquino family said Mrs. Aquino's condition had turned to "guarded" due to her fluctuating blood pressure.

Her son, Senator Benigno 'Noynoy' Aquino III, confirmed that the former leader's cancer had already spread to her liver.

"Her weakened condition does not allow chemotherapy. We have reached the point where you're not sure if the intervention will help or worsen the condition," he told reporters.

Last week, her supporters tied yellow ribbons along Times St. and Examiner St. in Quezon City near Mrs. Aquino's residence, and also outside the Makati Medical Center, symbolizing hope and prayers for her recovery and as a show of support for Philippine democracy.

May Your Soul Rest in Peace, President Cory.

Kris Aquino Launches ‘The Greatest Love’ Album on ASAP

Kris Aquino made a “star-studded” compilation album as a tribute to her mom, former President Corazon Aquino.

The Greatest Love, the title of Kris Aquino’s latest album, was launched Sunday afternoon on ASAP.

The album is power-packed with inspiring songs sung by an all-star cast of performers:

1. Regine Velasquez and Lani Misalucha (”When You Believe”)
2. Gary Valenciano (”Isn’t She Lovely”)
3. Martin Nievera (”The Greatest Love of All”)
4. Ogie Alcasid (”Sa Ugoy ng Duyan”)
5. Piolo Pascual (”No Matter What”)
6. Mark Bautista (”Because You Loved Me”)
7. JayR (”A Song for Mama”)
8. Jed Madela (”I’m Your Angel”)
9. Ronnie Liang (”Iingatan Ka”)
10. Mcoy Fundales (”Bless the Beast and the Children”)
11. Kris Lawrence (”Thanks to You)
12. Sam Concepcion (”Mama”)
13. Billy Crawford (”How Sweet It Is”)

Billy Crawford’s “How Sweet It Is” serves as the first single off the album.

During the launch, The Greatest Love received a gold certification already from the Philippine Association of the Record Industry for the advance orders it received.

The Greatest Love CD will also be available in Singapore, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Thailand, Indonesia and Malaysia.

Kris Aquino Launches �The Greatest Love� Album on ASAP

Kris Aquino made a �star-studded� compilation album as a tribute to her mom, former President Corazon Aquino.

The Greatest Love, the title of Kris Aquino�s latest album, was launched Sunday afternoon on ASAP.

The album is power-packed with inspiring songs sung by an all-star cast of performers:

1. Regine Velasquez and Lani Misalucha (�When You Believe�)
2. Gary Valenciano (�Isn�t She Lovely�)
3. Martin Nievera (�The Greatest Love of All�)
4. Ogie Alcasid (�Sa Ugoy ng Duyan�)
5. Piolo Pascual (�No Matter What�)
6. Mark Bautista (�Because You Loved Me�)
7. JayR (�A Song for Mama�)
8. Jed Madela (�I�m Your Angel�)
9. Ronnie Liang (�Iingatan Ka�)
10. Mcoy Fundales (�Bless the Beast and the Children�)
11. Kris Lawrence (�Thanks to You)
12. Sam Concepcion (�Mama�)
13. Billy Crawford (�How Sweet It Is�)

Billy Crawford�s �How Sweet It Is� serves as the first single off the album.

During the launch, The Greatest Love received a gold certification already from the Philippine Association of the Record Industry for the advance orders it received.

The Greatest Love CD will also be available in Singapore, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Thailand, Indonesia and Malaysia.