Meet the Dutertes: The New First Family

Paolo “Pulong” Duterte (Son)

Paolo Duterte, known as Pulong, is the current Vice Mayor of Davao City. The eldest among their brood of three, he attended the University of Mindanao for his undergraduate studies and the University of Southeastern Philippines for his graduate studies. Paolo has been open about his plan to succeed his father as mayor. However, he left the Hugpong sa Tawong Lungsod Party (founded by his father) last year in order to examine the direction his political career is taking.

Sara “Inday Sara” Duterte-Carpio (Daughter)

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Better known as Inday Sara, Sara Duterte-Carpio is Duterte’s only daughter with Elizabeth Zimmerman. Originally intent on becoming a doctor, she instead followed in her father’s footsteps and became a lawyer, earning her degree from San Beda College. Like her father, she also became vice-mayor and mayor of Davao City, respectively. Initially against her father’s presidential bid, she eventually allowed him to run, and even shaved her head to show her support. Although Duterte has mentioned his plans of making her first lady, she recently refused the role.

Sebastian “Baste” Duterte (Son)

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Sebastian “Baste” Duterte, the youngest son of Duterte, finished his Political Science Degree in Ateneo de Davao. He has been supportive of his father’s campaign, travelling with him everywhere and taking the stage on behalf of his father. He has a bad boy image with his tattoos and lip ring and has been at the forefront of the hashtag #RP69fanfic.

Veronica “Kitty” Duterte (Daughter)

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Veronica, more commonly known as Kitty Duterte, is Duterte’s youngest child and only daughter with Honeylet Avanceña. The 12 year-old is commonly seen accompanying her father at his sorties, relaying reminders to her father on stage in front of thousands of people.

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