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PoliticsAna Marie Gonzales

04 Aug, 2025

2 min read

Celebrity-turned-Politician Seeks to Sell Luxury Resort Following Election Loss

Following a surprising and decisive loss in the recent elections, a prominent celebrity-turned-politician is quietly attempting to sell one of his most valuable properties—a luxury resort located in Puerto Galera, south of Manila.

Sources reveal that the resort, once a preferred venue for celebrities and exclusive gatherings, is now being discreetly offered to affluent buyers. This development marks the latest in a series of asset sales by the politician, who has previously parted with a lavish mansion in Quezon City, a mountain retreat in Tagaytay, as well as a collection of luxury watches, vehicles, and a yacht.

It appears these disposals were made in an effort to sustain an extravagant lifestyle and cover costly gambling habits. Insiders suggest that the politician had pinned hopes on a political resurgence to restore his financial standing. His early campaign efforts yielded strong name recognition and favorable survey results, attracting considerable donor support.

"He was overly confident in his victory and stopped campaigning weeks before the election. That proved to be a costly error," a close observer commented.

In the wake of his electoral downfall, the politician now faces pressing financial challenges, with liquidity issues reportedly forcing him to sell prized assets in a bid to stabilize his economic condition.