Antonio Leviste
Politician
1940 –
Who is Antonio Leviste?
José Antonio 'Tony' C. Leviste is a Filipino politician, who served as governor of the Philippine province Batangas from 1972 to 1980. Born to a distinguished Batangueño family renowned in both business and politics, he was married to Senator Loren Legarda, separating from her before the 2004 election campaign. The be-medalled Asian Games equestrienne Toni Leviste is his daughter from a previous marriage.
Leviste was sentenced to six years in prison for the murder of his long-time aide, Rafael de las Alas. Leviste served his sentence at the National Bilibid Prison in Muntinlupa and on December 6, 2013, he was released after his parole was granted.
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- Born
- Jan 14, 1940
Malabon - Also known as
- J Antonio Leviste
- Spouses
- Loren Legarda
(1989 - 2003) - Celia Sarangaya
- Loren Legarda
- Religion
- Islam
- Nationality
- Philippines
- Profession
- Lived in
- Manila
Submitted
on July 23, 2013
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