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Jaymee Joaquin Obituary: Former actress and TV host dies of cancer at 44

Former actress and TV host Jaymee Joaquin, known also by her aliases Jaymee Topacio and Jaymee Wins, passed away at the age of 44 on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, after bravely battling cancer for several years. Her friend and co-worker Fides VA confirmed the news through a heartfelt post on social media, marking the end of a valiant struggle that touched the hearts of many.

Che Fontejon paid tribute to Jaymee Joaquin on Facebook,

Remember Jaymee Joaquin?
“Jaymee Geronimo Topacio was born July 27, 1979. She was a Filipina actress, model, host, social media content creator and author. She made a career in the Philippines as a television and print add model during her younger years and ventured in events promotion and hosting in the side. She became a part of ABS-CBN Star Magic. Joaquin landed supporting roles for movies, soap operas, sitcoms and various tv programs. But it was her hosting stint started in 2006 as the game show anchor for daily midnight show ” Games Uplate Live” that gave her recognition.”

“Jaymee was chosen as the September 2008 cover girl of “Playboy” Philippines. For 5 consecutive years (2006-2010) she was hailed one of the country’s sexiest celebrities by FHM Philippines. Joaquin left showbiz career in 2010 to study Communications and Tourism course in Sidney, Australia for almost 2 years. Then she lived in Madrid, Spain for 4 years to work as an English(as foreign language) teacher from 2011-2015. In October 2016, she was diagnosed with early stage breast cancer and did treatment in 2017 at the UCSD Moores Cancer Center in San Diego, California. She had an early metastasis in 2018 an had been on preventive treatment since then. In January 2020 she was also producing a documentary and a feature film that brings light to the realities of a cancer diagnosis. Joaquin died from cancer in California on October 18, 2023 at the age of 44.”

Joaquin first rose to prominence as the anchor of the 2006 daily midnight show ‘Games Uplate Live,’ captivating audiences with her charismatic presence. While her career in the entertainment industry flourished with roles in various movies and television series, she chose to temporarily step away in 2010 to pursue her studies in Sydney, Australia, and later ventured into teaching in Madrid, Spain.

And…'suddenly'💔😪
*Jaymee Joaquin-44 yrs
*Filipino Actress and TV Host
*2016 diagnosed Early Stage Breast Cancer
*2018 Declared Cancer Free
*Oct 18, 2023
*Sadly passed away after battling unexpected recurrence of Cancer.
*Turbo Cancer⁉️https://t.co/hlmzY1DRZe pic.twitter.com/RZEz1MhUPF

— cheri maday (@resilient333) October 25, 2023

In 2016, Joaquin received the devastating diagnosis of breast cancer, embarking on a challenging journey that she fearlessly documented on social media under the moniker ‘Jaymee Wins.’ Her unwavering belief in claiming victory in the face of adversity and her profound faith in the power of perseverance became emblematic of her resilience and determination to overcome life’s trials.

Despite successfully defeating the disease in 2018, her respite was short-lived as the cancer resurfaced, ultimately leading to her untimely demise. Nevertheless, her legacy endures through her written works, including the inspirational children’s book ‘No Hair, Mama Don’t Care,’ designed to aid mothers in navigating the complexities of a cancer diagnosis while nurturing their children.

Jaymee Joaquin’s indomitable spirit and unwavering optimism serve as a beacon of hope for those currently waging their own battles against cancer. Her family will share further details about her funeral in an upcoming obituary, as they come to terms with the profound loss of a beloved family member whose kindness and warmth touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her.

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