Boy Dies While Dancing the Risky Routine of Paolo Ballesteros

Imitating the performance of celebrities for a grand production can lead to fatal consequences if done without proper supervision. Jojo (not his real name) admired Paolo Ballesteros so much that he would watch the performances with glee and meticulousness.

A fifth grade student residing in Bulacan, Jojo has admired the moves of Ballesteros and even pretended to be like Ballesteros during his numbers. Jojo would be seen wrapped in a blanket when imitating the moves of Ballesteros. So impressed was Jojo with the performance of Ballesteros that Jojo attempted to replicate the dance.

According to the source, when his family left their home to watch ALDUB: Sa Tamang Panahon at a neighbor’s house, Jojo was left in their home dancing. He was even seen buying ice-water and was sweating profusely.

When the family returned home, they were shocked to see Jojo’s lifeless body slumped on the floor and still wrapped in the blanket. Initially, the family thought that Jojo hanged himself, as a reaction to their poverty and being left by their father. However, when the police checked the body, suicide was ruled out. The knot was too loose. The embalmer said that the nape was swelling, which could have been the result of a bad fall and Jojo could have fatally hit his head on the floor. The family speculated that Jojo could have attempted the dance routine of Ballesteros, and fell tragically on the floor.

The body of the Jojo was buried early this week.

Let the incident that happened to Jojo be a warning to all fans not to copy the risky performances of celebrities. Before doing a risky number, these celebrities have rehearsed well and are under supervision of professionals. 

FP expresses condolences to the family of Jojo. May he rest in peace.