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Robin Padilla
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Official portrait, 2022
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| Senator of the Philippines | |
| Assumed office June 30, 2022 |
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| Chair of the Senate Constitutional Amendments and Revision of Codes Committee | |
| Assumed office July 25, 2022 |
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| Preceded by | Francis Pangilinan |
| Chair of the Senate Cultural Communities and Muslim Affairs Committee | |
| Assumed office July 25, 2022 |
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| Preceded by | Imee Marcos (as Chair of the Committee on Cultural Communities) |
| Chair of the Senate Public Information and Mass Media Committee | |
| Assumed office July 25, 2022 |
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| Preceded by | Bong Revilla |
| President of Partido Demokratiko Pilipino | |
| Assumed office July 24, 2024 |
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| Preceded by | Jose Alvarez |
| Executive Vice President of Partido Demokratiko Pilipino | |
| In office August 31, 2022 – May 29, 2023 |
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| Preceded by | Karlo Nograles |
| Succeeded by | Sebastian Duterte |
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Robinhood Cariño Padilla
November 23, 1969 Daet, Camarines Norte, Philippines |
| Political party | PDP (since 2021) |
| Other political affiliations |
Independent (until 2021) |
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| Relations | Padilla family |
| Children | 7, including Kylie |
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| Alma mater | Philippine College of Criminology (BS) |
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| Nicknames | Abdul Aziz (عبد العزيز) (Muslim name) Binoe/Binoy |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  Philippines |
| Branch/service |  Philippine Army |
| Years of service | 2020–present |
| Rank |  Captain |
Robinhood Ferdinand Cariño Padilla (born November 23, 1969) is a famous Filipino actor, film director, and politician. He is currently serving as a senator of the Philippines. People often called him the "Bad Boy" of Philippine cinema because he played tough, but sometimes good, gangster roles in movies like Anak ni Baby Ama (1990) and Bad Boy (1990). He is also known as the "Prince of Action" in Filipino movies.
Padilla was elected to the Senate in the 2022 elections. He received the most votes ever in a Senate election in the Philippines. He started his term as Senator on June 30, 2022. He is the first Muslim senator of the Philippines since Santanina Rasul, who served until 1995.
On July 24, 2024, he became the president of the Partido Demokratiko Pilipino political party.
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Early Life and Education
Robinhood Cariño Padilla was born on November 23, 1969, in Daet, Camarines Norte. His father, Casimero "Roy" Padilla Sr., was a film director and politician. His mother, Lolita Eva Cariño, was an actress. Robin has many siblings, including actors Rommel and BB Gandanghari.
His father was a politician who served as a governor. Sadly, his father was assassinated in 1988. Robin's two other siblings also passed away before he turned 18.
Robin went to elementary school at Siena College of Quezon City. He attended high school at Saint Louis University Boys' High School. He stopped his studies at 17 to start his acting career. Later, he earned a bachelor's degree in criminology from Philippine College of Criminology.
Acting Career Highlights
Robin Padilla got his first big acting role in the 1985 comedy film Public Enemy No. 2: Maraming Number Two. In 1991, he starred in popular films like Maging Sino Ka Man. During filming for Ang Utol Kong Hoodlum, he had an accident where an explosion left scars on his body.
In 1996, Padilla wrote and starred in Anak, Pagsubok Lamang ng Diyos. This movie was filmed mostly inside the New Bilibid Prison, where he was staying at the time. After he was released, he continued acting and even got injured again during a stunt for the 1998 film Tulak ng Bibig, Kabig ng Dibdib.
He started acting on TV in 1999 with the comedy show Pwedeng Pwede on ABS-CBN. He won the Best Actor award at the 2006 Gawad Urian Awards for his role in La Visa Loca.
Later, he moved to GMA Network and starred in the TV series Asian Treasures in 2007. He also made movies with GMA Films. In 2010, he returned to ABS-CBN and directed his first TV commercial. In 2013, he starred in 10,000 Hours, winning Best Actor at the 39th Metro Manila Film Festival. From 2015 to 2018, he was a judge on the talent show Pilipinas Got Talent.
Advocacy Work
Robin Padilla has been a strong supporter of fighting malaria since 2004. He became a spokesperson for the Department of Health's "Movement Against Malaria" campaign. He appeared in commercials to encourage people to use mosquito nets.
In 2007, Padilla started the Liwanag ng Kapayapaan Foundation. This foundation ran a pre-school for Muslim children who came from poor families in Quezon City. The school temporarily closed but reopened in September 2010.
Padilla has also helped promote Muay Thai in the Philippines. He donated a large amount of money to the Muay Association of the Philippines and served as its chairman.
Military Service
Padilla joined the military as a reserve officer in the Armed Forces of the Philippines. He holds the rank of captain. As of March 2024, he held the rank of reserve Lieutenant Colonel. In July 2020, he was chosen to lead the Strategic Communication Committee for the Army's Multi-Sectoral Advisory Board.
Political Career
Robin Padilla first tried to enter politics in 1995. He ran for Vice Governor of Nueva Ecija as an Independent candidate but did not win.
In October 2021, Padilla officially ran for senator under the PDP–Laban party for the 2022 election. He wanted to increase the minimum income for Filipino families. He also said he would hire lawyers to help him write laws if he won.
Padilla won a seat in the Senate, getting the most votes in Philippine history for a Senate election. He believes his focus on federalism helped him win, not just his popularity as an actor. Senator Win Gatchalian supported Padilla, saying he would represent Muslims well in the Senate. After winning, Padilla announced he would hire lawyer Salvador Panelo to help him in his role.
In the 19th Congress, he voted for Migz Zubiri to be Senate President. He is now the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Constitutional Amendments and Revision of Codes. He also chairs the Senate Committee on Cultural Communities and Muslim Affairs.
On July 24, 2024, he took an oath to become the president of the Partido Demokratiko Pilipino (PDP) party.
What Laws He Works On
Padilla is interested in creating laws that help the environment. He has met with Senator Loren Legarda to discuss this.
He has also filed several important bills and resolutions. These include ideas about federalism, creating a forum for the Bangsamoro region, and appointing the Marawi Compensation Board. He also proposed a law for a Nursing Home for Senior Citizens and the Eddie Garcia Act. He wants to include Philippine History in high school lessons and create an Unsung Heroes Day.
As chairman of the Senate committee on Cultural Communities and Muslim Affairs, Padilla pushed for an investigation. He wanted to find out why Aetas in Central Luzon had not received money they were owed from an agreement signed in 2007.
Changing the Constitution
Padilla has started holding hearings to discuss changes to the 1987 Constitution. He is doing this as the chairman of the Senate Committee on Constitutional Amendments and Revision of Codes. He plans to hold hearings in different provinces. This way, all Filipinos can understand and share their thoughts on the changes. He is mainly focusing on changing the economic parts of the Constitution.
Fighting Fake News
Padilla wants different government groups to work together to fight fake news. He filed Senate Resolution 191 in September to investigate this issue. He plans to lead this investigation as the chairman of the Senate Committee on Public Information and Mass Media.
He also asked news companies and schools to help fight fake news.
Mandatory ROTC
One of Padilla's goals when he ran for Senator was to bring back mandatory Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) training. Since the ROTC bill is still being discussed in Congress, Padilla started his own Basic Citizen Military Training in March 2024. This program is for volunteers who want to serve the Senate.
Muslim Rights
Padilla filed Senate Bill 1273. This bill aims to create more cemeteries for Muslims and indigenous people (IPs). This would ensure they can have proper burials according to their customs and traditions.
Rights for Entertainment Workers
Padilla filed Senate Bill 450, also known as the proposed "Eddie Garcia Law." This bill suggests safety measures and other benefits for people working in the Philippine entertainment industry. It aims to protect actors and other workers.
Same-Sex Civil Union
Padilla filed Senate Bill 449. This bill seeks to give same-sex couples the same rights as married straight couples under the law. He believes it is "high time" for the Philippines to do this. The bill includes rules that support the rights of these couples to have a civil union. Padilla stated that "Providing equal rights and privileges for same-sex couples will in no way diminish or trample on the rights granted to married couples."
Benefits for Health Workers
Padilla filed Senate Bill 232. This bill aims to provide more pay and benefits to barangay health workers. The bill suggests a 20% discount on certain items, a transportation allowance of at least ₱1,000 per month, and a one-time retirement bonus of ₱100,000 for health workers who have served for at least 15 years.
Funding for Local Projects
Padilla filed Senate Bill 447. This bill aims to ensure funding for important development projects in local government units (LGUs). Padilla said this measure would help share wealth fairly with LGUs. This would help them develop and close the gap between their income and what they need to spend.
South China Sea Dispute
On May 15, 2021, Padilla visited Thitu Island (Pagasa Island), which is a disputed area. He went to see the Filipino settlement and military outpost there. He praised the soldiers for protecting the country's claims in the South China Sea.
On September 5, 2022, Padilla spoke about the need for the Philippines and China to work together to explore the disputed South China Sea. He said that talking again is important for the country's interests.
In 2023, Padilla wondered if the United States would truly help the Philippines if conflict grew in the South China Sea. He believes the Philippine military can handle things on its own.
Personal Life
Robin Padilla comes from a family of actors. His siblings BB, Rommel, and Royette are also actors. His half-brother Casimero also became a politician, serving as a congressman and governor.
He is also the uncle of famous actors like Daniel Padilla and Bela Padilla.
In 1994, Padilla was found guilty of illegal possession of firearms. He was sentenced to jail. In 1998, President Fidel Ramos gave him a pardon, which restored his full rights.
Padilla used to be a Jehovah's Witness. He later converted to Islam and took the name Abdul Aziz. He married his first wife, Liezl Sicangco, in a Muslim ceremony while he was in prison. They have four children, including actresses Queenie and Kylie Padilla.
In 2009, Padilla announced that he and Sicangco had divorced in 2007. On August 19, 2010, Padilla married Mariel Rodriguez in India. They met when he was a host on the show Wowowee. They have two daughters. In 2017, Padilla became a grandfather when his daughters Queenie and Kylie had children.
In 2014, Padilla supported presidential candidate Rodrigo Duterte. In November 2016, President Rodrigo Duterte granted him a full pardon. This pardon gave him back all his civil and political rights.
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See also
In Spanish: Robin Padilla para niños
