Antonino Tony Calixto
Antonino G. Calixto | |
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| Member of the Philippine House of Representatives for Pasay's Lone District | |
| Assumed office June 30, 2019 | |
| Preceded by | Imelda Calixto-Rubiano |
| 13th Mayor of Pasay | |
| In office June 30, 2010 – June 30, 2019 | |
| Vice Mayor | Marlon Pesebre (2010–2016) Boyet Del Rosario (2016–2019) |
| Preceded by | Wenceslao Peewee Trinidad |
| Succeeded by | Imelda Calixto-Rubiano |
| Vice Mayor of Pasay | |
| In office June 30, 2007 – June 30, 2010 | |
| Mayor | Wenceslao Peewee Trinidad |
| Preceded by | Bong Tolentino |
| Succeeded by | Marlon Pesebre |
| In office June 30, 2001 – September 16, 2006 | |
| Mayor | Wenceslao Peewee Trinidad |
| Preceded by | Greg Alcera |
| Succeeded by | Bong Tolentino |
| Member of the Pasay City Council | |
| In office June 30, 1995 – June 30, 2001 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 10, 1954 Pasay, Philippines |
| Nationality |  Philippines |
| Political party | PDP–Laban (2017–present) Liberal Party (2010–2016) |
| Spouse(s) | Edna Aguas (Undated.) |
| Children | Councilor Mark, Derek and Charleen |
| Alma mater | San Sebastian College – Recoletos |
Antonino Calixto (born May 10, 1954), known as Tony, is a Filipino politician who currently serves as congressman of Pasay since 2019. He previously served as mayor of Pasay from 2010 until 2019, and as city vice mayor from 1998 until 2006. He returned again from 2007 until 2010. City Councilor From 1995 Until 2001.
Calixto is the son of businessman and OIC Mayor, Eduardo Calixto, and brother of former congresswoman and now-mayor, Imelda Calixto-Rubiano.
Early life and education
Calixto was born on May 10, 1954, to Eduardo Calixto and Leonora Gallardo Calixto. He was educated at the Malate Catholic School and earned a Bachelor of Science in Commerce, major in marketing, at the San Sebastian College – Recoletos.
Career
In 1995, Calixto, the son of Eduardo "Tatay Duay" Calixto, served during his term as OIC Mayor of Pasay. He became city councilor for the First district of Pasay from 1995 until 2001, city vice mayor from 2001 until 2006 during a suspension of the Ombudsman. Calixto was back in the vice mayor's office in 2007 until 2010, then ran for Mayor in 2010.
Mayor of Pasay (2010-2019)
Calixto won the 2010 election after defeating incumbent Mayor Peewee Trinidad, who sought a second term, and former Congresswoman Tita Connie Dy in the 2010 election. He was re-elected in 2013 and 2016.
Congressman of the Pasay's Lone District (2019-Present)
Calixto became a representative for the lone district of Pasay in the House of Representatives, after defeating Choy Alas in the 2019 election.
Personal life
Calixto married Edna Aguas. They have three children: Councilor Mark, Derek, and Charleen.
Calixto announced on September 8, 2021, that he tested positive for COVID-19.
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| Preceded by Imelda Calixto-Rubiano |
Member of the Philippine House of Representatives from Pasay's Lone District 2019–Present |
Incumbent |
| Preceded by Wenceslao Peewee Trinidad |
Mayor of Pasay 2010–2019 |
Succeeded by Imelda Calixto-Rubiano |
| Preceded by Bong Tolentino |
Vice Mayor of Pasay 2007–2010 |
Succeeded by Marlon Pesebre |
| Preceded by Greg Alcera |
Vice Mayor of Pasay 2001–2006 |
Succeeded by Bong Tolentino |
