Alfred Vargas facts for kids

Quick facts for kids The Honorable Alfred Vargas
Member of the Quezon City Council
Incumbent
Assumed office June 30, 2022
Constituency	5th District
In office June 30, 2010 – June 30, 2013
Constituency	2nd District
Member of the Philippine House of Representatives from Quezon City's 5th district
In office June 30, 2013 – June 30, 2022
Preceded by	District created
Succeeded by	Patrick Michael Vargas
Personal details
Born	Alfredo Paolo Dumlao Vargas III (1979-10-24) October 24, 1979 (age 45) Quezon City, Philippines
Political party	PDP (2017–present) SBP (local party; 2022–present)
Other political affiliations	Lakas (2009–2010) Liberal (2010–2017)
Spouse	Yasmine Espiritu ​ (m. 2010)​
Relations	Patrick Michael "PM" Vargas (brother)
Children	4
Education	Ateneo de Manila University (AB) University of the Philippines Diliman (MPA)
Profession	TV host actor entrepreneur politician

Alfredo Paolo Dumlao Vargas III (born October 24, 1979) is a well-known Filipino politician, actor, and model. He currently serves as a councilor for Quezon City's 5th district, a role he has held since 2022. Before this, he was a city councilor for the 2nd district from 2010 to 2013. He also served as a representative for the 5th district from 2013 to 2022. Many people know him from his acting roles, especially as Aquil and Amarro in the Encantadia TV series.

About Alfred Vargas: Actor and Leader

Alfred Vargas was born on October 24, 1979, in Quezon City. His parents are Alfredo "Freddieboy" Vargas, Jr. and Atty. Susana Dumlao-Vargas.

He studied Management Economics at Ateneo de Manila University. Later, he earned a master's degree in Public Administration from the University of the Philippines Diliman.

Alfred's Acting Journey

Alfred started his acting career with ABS-CBN's Star Magic workshop. His first TV role was in the drama Pangako Sa 'Yo. He was also the lead singer of his band, Privado. Even while working as a politician, he continued acting in TV shows like Kambal, Karibal.

Family Life

Alfred Vargas married Yasmine Espiritu in 2010. They have four children together.

Alfred Vargas in Politics

Alfred Vargas began his political career in 2010. He was elected as a city councilor for Quezon City's 2nd district. He received the second-highest number of votes in that election.

In 2013, he became the first representative for the new 5th district. He was re-elected in 2016 and again in 2019. During his time as a representative, he helped pass important laws. These laws include the Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act (RA 10931), which helps students get free college education. He also supported laws like RA 10645, which provides health coverage for senior citizens, and RA 10747, the Rare Diseases Act. He often spoke up for people with disabilities and cancer patients.

After serving three terms as a representative, he could not run for that position again. In 2022, he successfully ran for city councilor, switching roles with his brother, Patrick Michael Vargas.

Laws Passed by Alfred Vargas

As a Congressman, Alfred Vargas helped create and pass several important laws. Here are some of them:

• RA 10644: The Go Negosyo Act, which helps small and medium businesses grow.
• RA 10645: This law makes sure all senior citizens have health insurance through PhilHealth.
• RA 10648: The Iskolar ng Bayan Act of 2015, which gives scholarships to top high school graduates for college.
• RA 10679: The Youth Entrepreneurship Act, encouraging young people to learn about business.
• RA 10687: The UniFAST Act, which helps students get financial aid for college.
• RA 10742: The Sangguniang Kabataan Reform Act of 2015, improving youth participation in local government.
• RA 10747: The Rare Diseases Act of the Philippines, helping people with rare diseases.
• RA 10931: The Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act, providing free tuition in state colleges and universities.

Alfred Vargas on TV and in Movies

Alfred Vargas has had many roles in television shows and films.

Television Shows

Movies

Awards and Recognition

Alfred Vargas has received many awards for both his public service and his acting.

Awards for Public Service

• 2013 MWWF Gintong Palad Award for Public Service
• Dekada Awardee, Gallery of Distinction, Golden Screen Awards
• Most Outstanding City Councilor, Manuel L. Quezon Bantayog Award, 2013
• Most Outstanding Councilor, Manuel L. Quezon Bantayog Award, 2012
• Special Award for Excellence in Public Service for 2012, Aliw Awards Foundation, Inc.
• Gintong Kabataan Award, Bulacan Outstanding Youth Achievement Award, 2008
• Outstanding Surigaonon Award for Theater and Arts, Rotary Club, 2007

Awards for Acting

• Best Actor, 10th Golden Screen Awards for Supremo
• Eastwood Walk of Fame Award, 2012
• Huwarang Artista sa Larangan ng Serbisyo Publiko, Famas Awards, 2012
• Dangal ng Lipi Award, 2010
• Best Actor, MTRCB, 2010
• Best Actor Nominee, Gawad Urian Awards, 2010
• Top 10 Bachelors of 2007, Cosmopolitan Magazine
• Breakthrough Performance by an Actor, Golden Screen Awards, 2004
• 2nd Golden Screen Entertainment TV Awards of Enpress – Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama series for Encantadia (nominated, tied with Pen Medina)
• Gawad Urian – Best Supporting Actor for Bridal Shower (nominated)
• Golden Screen Award – Breakthrough Performance by an Actor for Bridal Shower (won)
• 2012 35th Gawad Urian Awards – Best Actor (Pinakamahusay na Pangunahing Aktor) for Teoriya (nominated)