Albee Benitez
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In this Philippine name, the middle name or maternal family name is Bantug and the surname or paternal family name is Benitez.
Alfredo Abelardo "Albee" Bantug Benitez[fn 1] (born December 20, 1966) is a Filipino-American businessman and politician serving as the mayor of Bacolod since 2022. He served three consecutive terms as the representative of Negros Occidental's 3rd district from 2010 to 2019. He was one of the richest congressmen in the Philippines.[1][2]
Quick Facts Honorable, 43rd Mayor of Bacolod ...
Albee Benitez | |
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43rd Mayor of Bacolod | |
Assumed office June 30, 2022 | |
Vice Mayor | El Cid Familiaran |
Preceded by | Evelio Leonardia |
Member of the Philippine House of Representatives from Negros Occidental's 3rd district | |
In office June 30, 2010 – June 30, 2019 | |
Preceded by | Jose Carlos V. Lacson |
Succeeded by | Jose Francisco B. Benitez |
Personal details | |
Born | Alfredo Abelardo Bantug Benitez[fn 1] (1966-12-20) December 20, 1966 (age 57) Palo Alto, California, U.S. |
Political party | Republican (2024–present) |
Other political affiliations | PDP–Laban / PDP (2016–2024) Independent (2015–2016) Liberal (2010–2015) NPC (2009–2010) |
Residences | |
Alma mater | College of William & Mary (BS) |
Occupation | Politician |
Profession | Businessman |
Website | 2022 |
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Born and raised at Palo Alto, California, Benitez started his career in 2010 as a congressman.[3] He was behind the concept of the weekend television show named Game Changer that was aired at the ANC.[4]
On May 10, 2022, the COMELEC proclaimed him as the new mayor of Bacolod.