Sad News, Benjo Ex Teamlo Dies

JAKARTA - The sad news again includes the entertainment world in the country, Giyanto alias Benjo, the former vocalist of Teamlo reportedly passed away on Friday, May 26. He died at the age of 62 in Runah Sakit, dr. Oen Kandang Sapi Solo.

The news of Benjo's death was confirmed by Ade Jigo, his successor as the vocalist of Teamlo. Ade said that he learned the sad news from his fellow comedians.

"Yes, that's right (Benjo died). You know from comedian friends. The info (Benjo) died in Surakarta," said Ade Jigo when contacted by the media crew, Friday, May 26 evening.

Ade said that he had contacted Benjo's family to express his condolences. However, he did not know the cause of Benjo's death.

Last year meeting a year ago, Ade called Benjo a figure who contributed to him, especially at the beginning he joined as a vocalist of Teamlo.

"Yes (it really affects my career) when he came in and out," he said.

Ade also hopes that the family of the late Benjo will be given strength over Benjo's passing to the Creator.

"God willing, the late khusnul khatimah. Died on a good day, may the bereaved family be given fortitude and strength," said Ade Jigo.