Chennai, March 30 -- Popular Filipino-American actor, Nico Santos known for portraying sales associate Mateo Liwanag in the NBC series, Superstore and Crazy Rich Asians star had shared a devastating news to his fans on Sunday.

He took to his social media and penned a long emotional heart-wrenching note. Sharing the sad news that his step-father who had the Coronavirus had passed away, he wrote, "My Tito Sonny passed away yesterday after losing his battle with COVID-19. He was a kind, caring man. Friendly to a fault. He always greeted strangers walking past him with a chipper 'Good Morning!' and a big smile. He had a great laugh that filled the room with joy. My mom is also fighting COVID-19. For the time being, she has not required hospi...