It’s really sad to share this, but Red Sternberg, the actor many people remember as "Kiko" from the 90s show T.G.I.S., has passed away at 50. His wife, Sandy, posted about it on Facebook, and you could feel the pain in her words. She mentioned how hard it was because May had always been a special month for their family — full of birthdays, including Red's. This time, though, they’re dealing with both celebration and grief all at once. That kind of heartbreak is hard to put into words.
Red wasn’t just a TV face. He was a husband, a dad to three kids, and someone who, by the sound of it, really loved his family. His wife called him the "most amazing husband and father," and you can tell from that post that he meant the world to them. The family hasn’t shared details about what happened yet, and they’ve asked for some privacy while they try to process it all. Totally understandable.
The Guy We Knew As Kiko
If you grew up watching Filipino TV in the '90s, there’s a good chance you remember Red as Kiko from T.G.I.S. He had that funny, charming vibe that just stuck with people. The show was such a big part of that era, and his role played a huge part in making it special. He also did other stuff — like the movie version of T.G.I.S., a film called Silaw, and he popped up in It's Cool Bulol too.
But here’s something not everyone knows — after acting, Red moved to the U.S. and got into the hotel business. He didn’t just work in it, either. He became a general manager and really built a life there. Pretty cool, honestly. It’s nice when you see someone make a full-on career shift like that and still do well.
Friends and Fans Are Heartbroken
REST IN PEACE, RED STERNBERG OF TGIS 🙏
— CinemaBravo (@cinemabravoph) May 30, 2025
JUST IN: #RedSternberg, who rose to fame through GMA’s youth-oriented show #TGIS, has passed away as confirmed by his wife. He was 50.
Full statement of Sandy Sternberg:
“It is hard to find the words right now to say that this has been… pic.twitter.com/X3eadGeK3I
As soon as the news came out, a lot of people — fans, co-stars, and friends — started sharing their memories and feelings. Director Mark Reyes, who worked with him on T.G.I.S., said that the whole cast was heartbroken. And yeah, that’s not hard to believe. That group was like a family, on-screen and off.
Other cast members like Angelu De Leon, Bobby Andrews, Rica Peralejo, and Ciara Sotto also posted their tributes. You could tell Red left a mark on their lives — not just as a co-worker, but as a real friend. People online started sharing old clips, photos, and memories of how Kiko made them laugh or how he was their childhood crush. You see that kind of reaction, and it really hits how much someone meant to a generation.
He’ll Definitely Be Missed
Red Sternberg may not have been in the spotlight for a long time, but he stayed in people’s hearts. His character in T.G.I.S. brought joy to so many, and his life after acting showed that he was more than just a celebrity — he was a hard worker, a family man, and someone who kept moving forward.
Right now, fans are just hoping he’s at peace. And maybe someday, we’ll hear more stories from his family or friends about the kind of person he was behind the scenes. For now, it’s just about remembering the guy who made us smile on TV and wishing strength to the loved ones he left behind.
