Monti Parungao obituary — Monti Puno Parungao, the GMA Network director behind Survivor Philippines and StarStruck, died on 1 September 2026 at his home in Quezon City. He was 58.
Compiled from published reports. Last updated 2 September 2026.
Quick answers
When did Monti Parungao die?
His family announced his death on 1 September 2026. He was 58.
What was Monti Parungao’s cause of death?
Stage 4 colon cancer. His brother, Hardy Parungao, confirmed that he died at home in Quezon City.
What was Monti Parungao known for directing?
Survivor Philippines, GMA’s talent search StarStruck, and episodes of the comedy anthology Dear Uge.
Four decades at GMA
He began working at GMA Network in 1987 and built a career that ran across television, film, advertising, theatre and live events. He was among the directors of Survivor Philippines, the local edition of the international reality franchise, and worked on StarStruck, GMA’s long-running talent search.
He was open about the diagnosis
He first disclosed his cancer diagnosis in 2025 and continued posting health updates publicly. In March he wrote that he had been hospitalised for more than a month and had undergone three major surgeries involving his colon, bladder and liver.
That openness is worth noting on a funeral home’s website, because it is unusual and it is useful. Most people say nothing.
A note from Memories Mortuary
Memories Mortuary had no involvement in Monti Parungao’s funeral arrangements. This obituary is published as a tribute, compiled from published reports. Obituaries for the families we serve are published separately.
Sources for this Monti Parungao obituary
- Death, date, age and cause — Manila Bulletin: mb.com.ph
- Confirmation by his brother and details of his illness — Philippine Daily Inquirer: inquirer.net
- Career and full name — The Manila Times: manilatimes.net
His birth year is not stated in the sources consulted; his age at death is given as 58. Verified against the sources above on 2 September 2026.
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