Certainly, being a famous celebrity is a big plus in any political undertaking. But politics is a different animal and fame is definitely no assurance of a win. As the unlucky 10 below soon found out – with much displeasure, most likely.
Yes, it’s safe to say celebrities have an edge in politics. With faces that has become as easily recognizable as a full moon on a dark knight, many of these artists breezed through their candidacy. Take Vilma Santos. It seems the longer she is in politics the higher her position gets. In fact, it’s a safe bet she’s going to land a seat in the senate come 2016. However, on the opposite side of the fence, there are certain celebrities who in time not only has shown how dismal their drawing power to get votes are, they’ve brandished their utter lack of the capacity of taking a hint.
Most Famous Pinoy Celebrities Who Ventured Into Politics But Lost
Everyone, here are some of the most famous Pinoy celebrities who have failed to snatch their targeted seat in politics:
10:ANABELLE RAMA
It seems this (in)famous talent manager, stage mom and matriarch of one of the most popular showbiz family, the Guiterrez clan, had the right combination of fame and fortune to tackle the rigors of a political campaign. Well, Cebuanos did not think so and her bid for a seat in the House of Representatives remained but a wish in her heart. Inspite of the fact that her cousin, Michael Rama is the sitting mayor of the city. Perhaps a more civil image in the news would do magic next time.
Ran for: Congress
Failed Constituency: Cebu City
Timeline : 2010
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