Francis M, a trailblazer of music and fashion in the Philippines, has passed away after an arduous struggle with leukemia.
Known in his native homeland by the title of Master Rapper, Francis M (Francis Magalona) inspired strong patriotism among his country’s youth throughout a celebrated career spanning Hip-Hop, movies, fashion, and photography.
“The country has lost a modern-day artist, a nationalist in his own creative way,” stated Philippines Senator Ramon “Bong” Revilla, Jr. to GMA News. “Francis M. used music and fashion to promote love of country among Filipino youth.”
