Trevor Magallanes, the former husband of Filipina actress and comedienne Rufa Mae Quinto, has passed away. The sad news was confirmed by close friends and through emotional tributes on social media. While the exact cause of his death has not been made public, the entertainment industry and fans have offered an outpouring of condolences and support for Rufa Mae and their daughter, Athena.
Who Was Trevor Magallanes?
Trevor Magallanes was a financial analyst and a former member of the US Air Force. He gained public attention after marrying Rufa Mae Quinto in 2016. Unlike his celebrity wife, Trevor led a private life and stayed mostly out of the public eye.
He and Rufa Mae met during one of her visits to the United States and were married on November 25, 2016, in a ceremony held in Quezon City. The couple welcomed their daughter, Athena, on February 18, 2017.
A Public Separation
In December 2024, Trevor publicly confirmed via Instagram that he and Rufa Mae were in the process of getting divorced. In a candid post, he said:
“Rufa Mae and I are in the process of a divorce. You may be aware that divorce can be very devastating to the children but also to the parents. That said, my marriage has been a shit show and I am sorry for that.”
He emphasized that his focus was on moving forward and spending quality time with their daughter.
Rufa Mae’s Heartfelt Tribute
Following the news of Trevor’s passing, Rufa Mae posted a series of family photos on Instagram. Though she didn’t release a formal statement about his death, her post was met with love and sympathy from fellow celebrities and fans.
Actress Maxene Magalona commented:
“Sending you so much love. I’m so sorry for your loss.”
Christine Babao wrote:
“Yakap na mahigpit, Peachy.”
Other celebrities also expressed condolences:
- Alessandra de Rossi: “Love you.”
- Daniel Matsunaga: “Condolences Ruffa.”
- Candy Pangilinan: “Mahigpit na yakap.”
- Sunshine Cruz: “My deepest condolences to you sis.”
- Jaya: “Mare I don’t know what to say… please read my DM.”
Life After Separation
After their separation, Rufa Mae returned to the Philippines and resumed her showbiz career. Despite the divorce proceedings, the two continued to co-parent their daughter. Trevor remained active in Athena’s life and openly shared that she was his top priority.
Rufa Mae Quinto Requests for Privacy
Following the emotional tributes, Rufa Mae asked the public for respect and privacy during this difficult time. Though they were no longer together, her post and the reactions from friends show that Trevor was still a significant figure in her life.
Final Thoughts
The death of Trevor Magallanes, ex-husband of Rufa Mae Quinto, is a heartbreaking moment for those close to him. While details about the cause of death remain private, what’s clear is the impact he left behind — especially as a father to Athena.
We join the rest of the Filipino entertainment industry in extending our deepest condolences to Rufa Mae Quinto, Athena, and all of Trevor’s loved ones.
