The Aquino family of Tarlac is one of the most prominent oligarchs in the Philippines because of their

involvement in politics. Some family members are also involved in other fields such as business and
entertainment.

The family comes from Tarlac and has produced several congressmen, senators, a vice governor and a
president. The head of the patriarch family is Servillano Aquino, who was a delegate to the Malolos
Congress in 1898. His son, Benigno Aquino, Sr. followed his footsteps as he represented the 2nd District
of Tarlac to the House of Representatives of the Philippines (1916-1928) and to the Philippine Legislature
by being a senator (1928-1934).The family comes from Tarlac and has produced several congressmen,
senators, a vice governor and a president. The head of the patriarch family is Servillano Aquino, who was
a delegate to the Malolos Congress in 1898. His son, Benigno Aquino, Sr. followed his footsteps as he
represented the 2nd District of Tarlac to the House of Representatives of the Philippines (1916-1928) and
to the Philippine Legislature by being a senator (1928-1934).

The political dynasty of the Marcos family in the Philippines[1][2] traces its beginnings to the 1925
election of Mariano Marcos to the Philippine House of Representatives as congressman for the second
district of Ilocos Norte;[3] reached its peak during the 21-year reign of Ferdinand Marcos as president of
the Philippines which included the declaration of Martial Law throughout the country;[3][4] and
continues today with the political careers of Imelda Marcos, Imee Marcos, and Ferdinand Marcos Jr

Months after the televised proposal, showbiz couple Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera finally tied the
knot in a grand wedding held Tuesday afternoon at the Immaculate Concepcion Cathedral in Cubao,
Quezon City. They looked deep into each other’s eyes as they said their vows, and when at last they
kissed, it was simply “sweet and solemn” and lasted under 10 seconds. Nothing elaborate or overly
dramatic, said a friend of the groom, who was nonetheless moved to tears.

Before the vows, the crowd erupted in ear-splitting shrieks when the dashing groom sped past the
barricades and got off a shiny black Ducati motorcycle, wearing a suit by Randy Ortiz. While, Marian
arrived around 3 p.m., 22 minutes past her “call time.” She was driven in a restored blue vintage 1976
Mercedes Benz sedan that could barely contain her gown. Marian’s gorgeous wedding gown was
designed by Dubai-based designer Michael Cinco.

President Benigno Aquino III served as best man, eight bishops and seven priests celebrated the mass.
The entourage was a notable assembly of family, close friends and who’s who in local show biz. Among
the principal sponsors of the so-called “royal wedding” were Batangas Governor Vilma Santos, Sharon
Cuneta, Vic Sotto, Ogie Alcasid and wife Regine Velasquez, Helen Gamboa, Celia Rodriguez, GMA bigwigs
Felipe Gozon, Gilberto Guavit, Jr. and Lilybeth Rasonable, TV5 executive Wilma Galvante, TAPE, Inc.
Chairman Tony Tuviera, producers Wilson Tieng and “Mother” Lily Monteverde, Bench owner Ben Chan,
fashion designer Randy Ortiz, directors Joyce Bernal, Mark Reyes and Mac Alejandre and Dr. Vicki
Belo.Those who stood as secondary sponsors included Richard Gomez and wife Leyte 4th District Rep.
Lucy Torres-Gomez, Ai-Ai delas Alas, KC Concepcion, Senator Bam Aquino and child sensation Ryzza Mae
Dizon, who also served as flower girl.

Marian’s close showbiz friends Roxanne Barcelo and Ana Feleo were among her maids of honor while
Dingdong’s brother, Jose Angelo Dantes, was among the best men.

Among the showbiz personalities listed as bridesmaids were Agot Isidro, Bettina Carlos, Rochelle
Pangilinan and the recently married Bianca Gonzalez. Actor Paolo Contis was also one of the
groomsmen.

The reception was held at past 6 p.m. at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, where more of the newlywed
couple’s friends were invited, reportedly 1,100 invited guests in all.

Coleen and Billy have been together since 2014. The two met back when Coleen was still a co-host of the
noontime show Showtime.

MANILA – “It’s Showtime” host Billy Crawford married his girlfriend, actress Coleen Garcia, in a beach
wedding on Friday.

Garcia, wearing a gown by Israeli designer Galia Lahav, exchanged vows with Crawford at the members-
only Balesin Island Club in Quezon province.
The wedding was attended by the couple’s family and friends, including celebrities Vice Ganda, Gary
Valenciano, Regine Velasquez, Ogie Alcasid, Sharon Cuneta, Amy Perez, Angeli Pangilinan, Kim Atienza,
Vhong Navarro, Ryan Bang, Vicki and Scarlet Snow Belo, Derek Ramsay, Sylvia Sanchez, Arjo and Ria
Atayde, Eric Tai, Tim Yap, KC Montero, Jay R, and Kris Lawrence.

Surrounded by their friends and family, the two got married in in a beach wedding in Balesin Island Club
—a dream come true for the bride. This was seen in their wedding video released by Bob Nicolas on
Thursday.

During their pre-wedding party the night before their big day, Crawford’s fellow “It’s Showtime” host
Vhong Navarro told people how he was a witness to their love.And when they said their vows, Crawford
promised to his bride to be “the best husband you deserve.” “You’re so much stronger than I am, but I
commit to you now and forever to be your rock,” he went on.

Garcia then vowed to Crawford: “I promise to help you become the best version of yourself, in the same
way that being with you has made me so free to finally be myself.” She continued: “I will support you and
watch you spread your wings, but I will also be your safety net in case you ever fall.”

Before settling down, the two had been dating since 2014 and got engaged in December 2016