Antonio Leviste

Politician

1940 –

43

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
Religion
  • Islam
Nationality
  • Philippines
Profession
Lived in
  • Manila

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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