Freddie Aguilar

Ferdinand "Freddie" Pascual Aguilar (February 5, 1953 – May 27, 2025), also known by his Pen Name Christian Ramon Pagal Saludo, was a Filipino musician. He was seen as an important musician of Original Pilipino Music. 

Aguilar was best known for his international hit, "Anak" (1978), which became the best-selling Philippine music record of all time. His version of "Bayan Ko" became the anthem of the opposition against the regime of Ferdinand Marcos during the 1986 People Power Revolution.

Aguilar died on May 27, 2025 at a hospital in Quezon City, Philippines from multiple organ failure at the age of 72. 

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