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Lito Lapid
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Lapid in 2024
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| Senator of the Philippines | |
| Assumed office June 30, 2019 |
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| In office June 30, 2004 – June 30, 2016 |
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| Chair of the Senate Tourism Committee | |
| Assumed office May 20, 2024 |
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| Preceded by | Nancy Binay |
| In office July 25, 2010 – June 30, 2016 |
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| Preceded by | Francis Pangilinan |
| Succeeded by | Nancy Binay |
| Chair of the Senate Games and Amusement Committee | |
| In office July 22, 2019 – July 23, 2024 |
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| Preceded by | Panfilo Lacson |
| Succeeded by | Mark Villar |
| 29th Governor of Pampanga | |
| In office June 30, 1995 – June 30, 2004 |
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| Vice Governor | Cielo Macapagal-Salgado Clayton Olalia Mikey Arroyo |
| Preceded by | Bren Guiao |
| Succeeded by | Mark Lapid |
| Vice Governor of Pampanga | |
| In office June 30, 1992 – June 30, 1995 |
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| Governor | Bren Guiao |
| Preceded by | Cielo Macapagal-Salgado |
| Succeeded by | Cielo Macapagal-Salgado |
| Personal details | |
| Born |
Manuel Mercado Lapid
October 25, 1955 Porac, Pampanga, Philippines |
| Political party | NPC (1991–1998; 2018–present) |
| Other political affiliations |
Independent (2012–2018) Lakas–CMD (1998–2012) |
| Spouse | Marissa Tadeo |
| Children | 6, including Mark and Ysabel |
| Residences | Porac, Pampanga Angeles City, Pampanga Makati, Metro Manila |
| Occupation | Politician, actor |
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Manuel "Lito" Mercado Lapid was born on October 25, 1955. He is a famous Filipino actor and politician. He has served as a Senator since 2019. Before that, he was also a Senator from 2004 to 2016.
Lito Lapid started his political journey in Pampanga. He served as the vice governor from 1992 to 1995. Later, he became the governor of Pampanga from 1995 to 2004.
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Early Life and School
Lito Lapid was born in Porac, Pampanga. He was born on October 25, 1955. He is the fifth of nine children in his family.
He finished elementary school in Porac in 1968. He completed high school in Porac in 1972. After high school, he decided to become an actor instead of going to college.
From Stuntman to Star: His Acting Career
Lito Lapid began his career in movies as a stuntman. Stuntmen perform dangerous scenes in films. Soon, he became an actor himself.
He is related to other actors, Jess Lapid Sr. and Jess Lapid Jr.. Lito Lapid became well-known in the movie industry after starring in the film "The Jess Lapid Story." He has appeared in many action films and TV shows.
His Journey in Politics
Lito Lapid started his political career in 1992. He ran for vice governor of Pampanga. He won the election and served in that role.
Serving Pampanga: Governor and Vice Governor
In 1995, he ran for governor of Pampanga. He won and became the governor. He served for three terms, ending in 2004. As governor, he worked to improve his home province.
Becoming a Senator
In 2004, Lito Lapid decided to run for a seat in the Senate. He won and became a Senator. He served his first term from 2004 to 2010.
In 2010, he was re-elected as a Senator. During this time, he led important committees. He was the chairman of the Senate Committee on Tourism and Cooperatives. He served as Senator until 2016.
After a break, Lito Lapid ran for Senator again in 2019. He won and started his third term. He continues to serve the country in the Senate.
Family Life
Lito Lapid is married to Marissa Tadeo. They have four children together, including Mark Lapid. Mark Lapid is also a politician. Lito Lapid also has other children, including actress Ysabel Ortega.
Images for kids
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Lito Lapid in 2024
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Lito Lapid's signature
See also
In Spanish: Lito Lapid para niños
