Mercy Sunot


Mercy Sunot was a Filipino singer and member of the pop rock band Aegis.
Along with her sisters Juliet and Ken, they became widely recognized for their powerful belting vocals, which complemented the band's emotionally expressive lyrics. The band achieved mainstream success with several hit songs, including "Luha", "Basang-basa sa Ulan", "Halik", and "Sinta".

Biography

Early life and career

Mercy Sunot was born and raised in Cagayan de Oro, where she grew up in a family of eight siblings, including her sisters Juliet and Ken, who were also part of the band. Her passion and talent for singing were inherited from her mother.
In 1995, Aegis was formed with herself and her sisters Juliet and Ken on lead vocals, Rey Abenoja on vocals and guitar, Stella Pabico on keyboards, Rowena Adriano on bass guitar, and Vilma Goloviogo on drums. Along with her bandmates, they initially performed under the name AG's Soundtrippers, a name derived from their manager's initials. In 1998, their manager renamed the group to Aegis following their signing with Alpha Records. Upon returning to the Philippines, the band began recording their debut album, Halik, which would later become a defining success in their career.

Death

On November 18, 2024, Sunot died at the age of 48 at the Stanford Hospital and Clinics in San Francisco, California after a battle with breast and lung cancer.
In the days leading up to her death, Sunot shared her health struggles. She posted a video, asking for prayers for her recovery. In the video, she revealed that she had undergone surgery to remove fluid from her lungs and was admitted to the intensive care unit due to breathing difficulties.

Personal life

She has two children from her previous relationships: Mary Mitzi Jim Sunot and Mark Joseph Sunot Borjal.

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