A Pang Masa report claims that Cruz-Valdes will be the new news chief of GMA Integrated News.
The project aims to enhance journalists' skills in reporting on health issues.
Trinidad succumbed to a heart attack on Saturday night, as reported by GMA News Online.
Going forward, the newscast will continue with the anchor team of Raffy Tima and Connie Sison.
With the announcement, Sumangil is anticipated to broaden his responsibilities as the "Kapuso Action Man."