Imelda Marcos

Imelda Romualdez Marcos, a renowned Filipina politician, was born Imelda Remedios Visitacion Trinidad Romualdez, a name that would later become synonymous with power, influence, and controversy. From 1965 to 1986, she held the esteemed position of First Lady of the Philippines, a role that granted her considerable political authority. However, it was her husband Ferdinand Marcos' declaration of martial law in September 1972 that catapulted her to a position of unparalleled influence. With her husband's authoritarian rule, Imelda Marcos wielded significant political power, her influence extending far beyond the traditional confines of the First Lady's role. As a result, she became a dominant figure in Philippine politics, her name and image synonymous with the Marcos regime. Today, she is also the proud mother of Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr., the current president of the Philippines, ensuring her legacy continues to shape the country's political landscape.