Rudy Fernandez wanted to look handsome even in death. His bosom friend Sen. Bong Revilla once revealed that Rudy refused chemotherapy when he learned that an outbreak of pimples could be a side effect. Rudy said, "Ayoko, di bale nang mamatay akong pogi."

Brothers Raphael and Renz Fernandez were constantly interviewed by TV reporters on their memories of their late father and the lessons they learned from him.

Tirso Cruz III is one of the best showbiz buddies of Daboy, along with Bong Revilla, Jinggoy Estrada, and Phillip Salvador. Tirso composed a farewell song for his friend, "Awit ni Daboy," which was sung at the wake.

Startalk's Lolit Solis and Gorgy Rula (in black shirt) stayed not only to cover the wake of Rudy but also to help the family prepare the four chapels at The Heritage Park. Lolit Solis manages the showbiz career of Lorna Tolentino and, when he was living, of the late action star.

Sunshine Cruz (right) initially requested Startalk reporter Jopay Mañago (left) not to be asked about her husband Cesar Montano and the case she filed against his sister. After recounting her memories of former neighbor Daboy, however, Sunshine answered Jopay's questions about her issues.