Eddie Panlilio | |
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31st Governor of Pampanga | |
In office June 30, 2007 – June 30, 2010 | |
Preceded by | Mark Lapid |
Succeeded by | Lilia Pineda |
Personal details | |
Born | Eduardo Tongol Panlilio December 6, 1953 Minalin, Pampanga, Philippines |
Political party | Liberal (2009–2014; 2024–present) |
Other political affiliations | Independent (2007–2009; 2014–2024) |
Residence | San Fernando, Pampanga |
Education | Don Bosco Academy, Pampanga (primary) Don Honorio Ventura College of Arts and Trades (secondary) |
Alma mater | Saint Augustine Major Seminary (AB) |
Occupation | Politician, Former Priest |
Nickname(s) | Among Ed, Eddie |
Eduardo "Among Ed" Tongol Panlilio (Tagalog: [pɐn̪ˈlil.jo]; born December 6, 1953) is a Filipino former Roman Catholic priest and 31st Governor of Pampanga from 2007 to 2010. He was suspended from his priestly duties upon announcing his intention to run as governor. He was elected governor in May 2007 in a three-way race against incumbent governor Mark Lapid and provincial board member Lilia Pineda. In February 2010, following a recount of votes due to an election protest, the Comelec ruled that Lilia Pineda had won the 2007 election over Panlilio.[1]
Panlilio was named "Filipino of the Year" for 2007 by the Philippine Daily Inquirer.[2]