Veteran entertainment journalist Ricky Lo dies at 75

Veteran entertainment columnist and TV host Ricardo ”Ricky” F. Lo passed away on Tuesday evening (May 4) at the age of 75.

According to a report, his sister Susan Lee confirmed that the columnist died past 10:00 p.m. due to a stroke.

Ricky Lo was a highly respected journalist in the entertainment world. He worked as an entertainment editor and columnist in the media outlet The Philippine Star for decades. He was famous for his exclusive interviews and scoops in the showbiz industry. He also hosted a few showbiz talk shows on television.

Lo celebrated his 75th birthday on April 21.

(PTV News)/NGS-jlo

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