Joseph Estrada: From Movie Star to President of the Philippines | Did You Know PH

Before entering politics, Joseph Estrada was one of the Philippines’ biggest movie stars. For decades, he became known for playing characters who stood up for ordinary Filipinos. His journey then took an unexpected turn. From mayor of San Juan, to senator, to Vice President, Estrada eventually became President of the Philippines in 1998. But his presidency would become one of the most controversial periods in modern Philippine political history. Corruption allegations, an impeachment trial, and the events of EDSA II would ultimately bring his presidency to an early end in 2001. From the movie screen to Malacañang, Joseph Estrada’s story remains one of the most remarkable political journeys in Philippine history. And that’s another piece of Philippine history uncovered. Stay curious, stay informed, and we’ll see you in the next Did You Know. #JosephEstrada #PhilippineHistory #DidYouKnowPH #Philippines #Malacanang #EDSAII #PhilippinePolitics #History