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Jinggoy Estrada
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Official portrait, 2012
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| Senator of the Philippines | |
| Assumed office June 30, 2022 |
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| In office June 30, 2004 – June 30, 2016 |
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| President of the Senate of the Philippines | |
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| In office June 5, 2013 – July 22, 2013 |
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| Preceded by | Juan Ponce Enrile |
| Succeeded by | Franklin Drilon |
| President pro tempore of the Senate of the Philippines | |
| Assumed office May 20, 2024 |
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| Preceded by | Loren Legarda |
| In office July 23, 2007 – June 30, 2013 |
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| Preceded by | Juan Flavier |
| Succeeded by | Ralph Recto |
| 16th Mayor of San Juan | |
| In office June 30, 1992 – June 30, 2001 |
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| Vice Mayor | Philip Cezar |
| Preceded by | Adolfo Sto. Domingo |
| Succeeded by | JV Ejercito |
| Vice Mayor of San Juan, Metro Manila | |
| In office June 30, 1988 – June 30, 1992 |
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| Succeeded by | Philip Cezar |
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| Born |
Jose Pimentel Ejercito Jr.
February 17, 1963 Manila, Philippines |
| Political party | PMP (1991–present) |
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Liberal (1987–1991) |
| Spouse |
Ma. Presentacion Vitug
(m. 1989) |
| Children | 4, including Julian |
| Parents | Joseph Estrada (father) Loi Estrada (mother) |
| Alma mater | University of the Philippines Manila (AB) Lyceum of the Philippines University (LL.B) |
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| YouTube information | |
| Years active | 2020–present |
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| Subscribers | 75 thousand |
| Total views | 3.7 million |
| Subscriber and view counts updated as of May 3, 2023. | |
Jose Pimentel Ejercito Jr. (born February 17, 1963), known as Jinggoy Estrada, is a Filipino politician and movie actor. He has served as a senator for multiple terms. His parents are former Philippine President Joseph Estrada and former Senator Loi Estrada.
Estrada has held several important government jobs. He was the mayor of San Juan for nine years. He also served as the President pro tempore of the Senate of the Philippines, a high-ranking leadership role in the Senate.
Throughout his career, Estrada has faced serious legal challenges regarding his work in government. These challenges led to him being detained twice. He has always maintained his innocence and continues to serve in public office.
Besides politics, Estrada is also a well-known actor, just like his father. He has starred in many action films and even won a Best Actor award for his role in the movie Katas ng Saudi.
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Early Life and Schooling
Jinggoy Estrada was born in Manila on February 17, 1963. He attended the Ateneo de Manila University for his early education. Later, he studied Economics at the University of the Philippines Manila.
While working as a vice mayor, he also studied law at the Lyceum of the Philippines University. In 2007, he received an honorary doctorate degree from the Laguna State Polytechnic University for his work in helping communities.
Political Journey
Estrada followed his parents into politics. He started his career in his hometown of San Juan and later became a national leader in the Senate.
Mayor of San Juan (1992–2001)
In 1992, at age 29, Estrada was elected mayor of San Juan. He was one of the youngest mayors in the country at the time.
During his three terms, he worked on many projects to improve the city. He built new community centers, gyms, and playgrounds. He also improved public schools, roads, and drainage systems. Under his leadership, San Juan became known as one of the most peaceful and fastest-growing towns in the Philippines.
Serving as a Senator (2004–2016)
In 2004, Estrada was elected to the Senate of the Philippines. In the Senate, a senator's job is to create and vote on laws for the whole country. He was known for being very productive, writing hundreds of bills (proposals for new laws).
One of his most famous laws is the Batas Kasambahay, or the Domestic Workers Act. This law protects the rights and welfare of household helpers in the Philippines. It ensures they receive fair treatment, proper pay, and benefits.
During his time in the Senate, he was also chosen as the Senate President Pro Tempore. This is a leadership position that helps manage the Senate's daily sessions. He was known for having a perfect attendance record, never missing a session.
Return to the Senate (2022–present)
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After a break from politics, Estrada ran for senator again in 2022 and won. He currently leads important Senate committees, including those for labor and national defense.
In 2022, he sparked a discussion about foreign TV shows. He suggested that the Philippines should support its own actors and movies more. He worried that the popularity of shows from other countries, like Korean dramas, meant fewer jobs for Filipino artists.
In May 2024, his fellow senators once again elected him as the Senate President Pro Tempore.
Legal Challenges
Throughout his political career, Estrada has faced major legal troubles. In 2001, he and his father were arrested following a major political change in the country. He was released in 2003 and was cleared of the charges in 2007.
In 2014, he faced another serious investigation related to how government funds were used. This was part of a larger issue known as the pork barrel scam. He was accused of misusing public money meant for development projects. Estrada was detained while the case was ongoing. In 2017, the court allowed him to be released on bail.
In 2024, a court made a decision on his case. While he was cleared of the most serious charge, he was found responsible for other offenses. His legal team said they would appeal the decision. He has been allowed to remain free and continue his work as a senator while the appeal is being reviewed.
Acting Career
Like his famous father, Joseph Estrada, Jinggoy is also an accomplished actor. He has starred in many Filipino movies, often playing action heroes.
In 2007, he won the Best Actor Award at the Metro Manila Film Festival. He received this award for his performance in the movie Katas ng Saudi, where he played a Filipino worker returning from overseas.
Some of his other popular films include:
- Eagle Squad (1989)
- Walang Iwanan, Peksman (2002)
- Utang ng Ama (2003)
- Magkaibigan (2008)
- Coming Home (2020)
He has also worked as a producer for several films.
Images for kids
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Estrada (left) with fellow senators Juan Ponce Enrile (center) and Bong Revilla (right) in 2014.
