Alfred Romualdez
| Alfred Romualdez | |
|---|---|
Romualdez in 2015
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| 9th and 11th Mayor of Tacloban | |
| Incumbent | |
| Assumed office June 30, 2019 | |
| Vice Mayor | Jerry Yaokasin (2019–2022) Edwin Chua (2022–2025) Raymund Romualdez (2025–present) |
| Preceded by | Cristina Gonzales |
| In office June 30, 2007 – June 30, 2016 | |
| Vice Mayor | Arvin Antoni |
| Preceded by | Alfredo Romualdez |
| Succeeded by | Cristina Gonzales |
| Member of the House of Representatives from Leyte’s 1st district | |
| In office June 30, 1998 – June 30, 2001 | |
| Preceded by | Imelda Marcos |
| Succeeded by | Ted Failon |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Alfred Sison Romualdez January 14, 1962 San Juan, Rizal, Philippines |
| Party | Nacionalista (since 2012) |
| Other political affiliations |
Lakas (2007–2012) NPC (2001–2007) LAMMP (1998–2001) |
| Spouse | Cristina Gonzales (m. 1998) |
| Relations | Romualdez family |
| Children | 3 |
| Alma mater | Ateneo de Manila University (BA) University of the Philippines Diliman (LLB) |
| Occupation | Politician, businessman |
Alfred Sison Romualdez (born January 14, 1962) is a Filipino politician and businessman.[1] He has served as 11th mayor of Tacloban since 2019, a position he previously held as 9th mayor from 2007 to 2016.[2][3] He represented the 1st district of Leyte from 1998 to 2001. He is the first cousin of President Bongbong Marcos and Representative Martin Romualdez.
Early life and education
Romualdez was born on January 14, 1962, in San Juan (then-municipality of Rizal) to a prominent political family in Leyte. He is the son of Alfredo "Bejo" Trinidad Romualdez and Agnes Hernando Sison.[4][5] He studied political science at the Ateneo de Manila University. He took up Bachelor of Laws at the University of the Philippines Diliman.[6]
Political career
House of Representatives
Romualdez was served as a representative for the first district of Leyte from 1998 to 2001 after he succeeded his aunt Imelda Marcos.
Mayor of Tacloban
In 2007, Romualdez was elected as mayor of Tacloban after he succeeded his father Alfredo Romualdez for three consecutive terms.[7]
In 2019, Romualdez returned as mayor of Tacloban after he succeeded his wife Cristina Gonzales.[8]
Personal life
In 1998, Romualdez is married to Cristina Gonzales, where they have two daughters.[9]
Romualdez has a son Raymund Romualdez, current vice mayor of Tacloban since 2025 from his ex-wife Teresita Albert.
Electoral history
| Year | Office | Party | Votes received | Result | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | % | P. | Swing | |||||
| 1998 | Representative (Leyte–1st) | LAMMP | 66,488 | 55.16% | 1st | Won | ||
| 2001 | NPC | 2nd | Lost | |||||
| 2007 | Mayor of Tacloban | Lakas | 46,943 | 1st | Won | |||
| 2010 | 53,304 | 1st | Won | |||||
| 2013 | Nacionalista | 46,856 | 53.95% | 1st | Won | |||
| 2019 | 73,930 | 100.00% | 1st | Unopposed | ||||
| 2022 | 63,976 | 51.96% | 1st | Won | ||||
| 2025 | 78,193 | 76.31% | 1st | Won | ||||
References
- Back to citation Commission on Elections (2025). "Certificate of Candidacy: Alfred S. Romualdez (Mayor for Tacloban)" (PDF). Commission on Elections. Retrieved January 17, 2026.
- Back to citation Cupin, Bea (11 December 2013). "Roxas hits Romualdez for 'malicious' video". Rappler. Retrieved 18 January 2026.
- Back to citation Cupin, Bea (22 December 2013). "Can Gov Petilla heal Aquino, Romualdez rift?". Rappler. Retrieved 18 January 2026.
- Back to citation Cupin, Bea (22 October 2025). "Alfredo 'Bejo' Romualdez, former Tacloban mayor, dies at 91". Rappler. Retrieved 17 January 2026.
- Back to citation Meniano, Sarwell (22 October 2025). "4-day memorial service set for ex-Tacloban mayor Alfredo Romualdez". Philippine News Agency. Retrieved 18 January 2026.
- Back to citation "Alfred Romualdez". Serbisyo.ph.
- Back to citation Sunnexdesk (1 July 2013). "Romualdez calls for unity among city officials". Sunstar Publishing Inc. Retrieved 18 January 2026; Esmaquel II, Paterno R. (12 May 2014). "Romualdez: Cabinet 'red tape' behind Yolanda delay". Rappler. Retrieved 17 January 2026; Macaraig, Ayee (8 November 2015). "Romualdez to Aquino: Sorry for harsh words". Rappler. Retrieved 17 January 2026.
- Back to citation Meniano, Sarwell (8 October 2024). "Tacloban Mayor Romualdez seeks reelection, backed by past critics". Philippine News Agency. Retrieved 18 January 2026; Gabieta, Joey (13 May 2025). "Alfred Romualdez gains third term as Tacloban mayor". Inquirer.net. Retrieved 18 January 2026; Amazona, Roel (19 December 2025). "52 ex-rebels get safe conduct passes under gov't amnesty program". Philippine News Agency. Retrieved 18 January 2026.
- Back to citation Salterio, Leah C. "Cristina Gonzales returns to showbiz after 15 years | ABS-CBN Entertainment". ABS-CBN. Archived from the original on 2026-01-12. Retrieved 2026-02-20.
External links
- Hon. Alfred Sison Romualdez - House of Representatives (11th Congress)
- Media related to Alfred Romualdez at Wikimedia Commons