Parliament approves vote of condolence for the death of journalist Pedro Cruz

Parliament approves vote of condolence for the death of journalist Pedro Cruz
Parliament approves vote of condolence for the death of journalist Pedro Cruz
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This Wednesday, the Assembly of the Republic unanimously approved a vote of condolence for the death of journalist Pedro Cruz, aged 53, remembering him as one of the “most distinct and courageous” voices in the media.

With this vote, presented by the Chega Parliamentary Group, the Assembly of the Republic “expresses its regret at the passing of Pedro Cruz, and conveys its deepest condolences to his family, colleagues and friends”.

The text recalls the professional career of Pedro Cruz, who worked for media outlets such as SIC or TSF and was most recently in charge of Global Media.

“Throughout his career, Pedro Cruz became an unavoidable reference in journalism in Portugal, being known not only for his ability to conduct and coordinate information programs, but also for his courage and dedication in covering global conflicts”, reads remembering that he passed through conflict scenarios such as Kosovo, Syria, Albania, Haiti or Lebanon and, more recently, Ukraine.

Parliament also considers that “Pedro Cruz will be remembered not only as an exceptional journalist, but as a mentor and inspiration to many who had the privilege of working alongside him”.

“His death is an irreparable loss for Portuguese and international journalism, but his legacy and the standards he established will certainly continue to influence future generations of journalists”, argue the deputies, who emphasize “that his commitment to the truth and his courage in giving a voice to the voiceless will remain an effective symbol of journalistic integrity.”

Journalist Pedro Cruz died on Sunday, aged 53, from lung cancer, at CUF Tejo hospital, in Lisbon.

Pedro Cruz was currently the director of Global Media and was also director of TSF radio. He stood out in the service of SIC, where he worked from the end of the 90s (1998/99) until 2021 and held the positions of coordinator of the Porto newsroom and deputy director of information for the channel.

The political and international areas were those that he followed most closely, having been present in various situations of conflict and international tension, namely Kosovo, Syria, Albania, Haiti, Lebanon or Ukraine.

Today, deputies also approved a vote of condolence for the death of actor Ricardo Peres, who died on Saturday, aged 49, a victim of cancer.

“Ricardo Peres was an extraordinary actor and one of the most beloved names in improvisational theater in Portugal”, highlights the vote of condolence unanimously approved today, through which the Assembly of the Republic “expresses its regret at the death of Ricardo Peres and conveys its Deepest condolences to his family, colleagues and friends.”

“In this moment of mourning, we therefore honor not only the memory of this magnificent artist, whose legacy and influence will endure in the history of Portuguese theater, but also the contributions of Ricardo Peres to art and culture in Portugal, as well as the impact of his personality and his work on the lives of many”, it reads.

In the text, also presented by Chega, the deputies recall that the actor was part of “Commedia a La Carte” and the television program “5 to midnight” and remember him as “an iconic figure in the world of humor and improvisation ”.


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