Richelle Singson-Michael
Richelle Singson-Michael | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Philippine House of Representatives for Ako Ilocano Ako | |
| Assumed office June 30, 2022 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | November 10, 1981 San Juan, Metro Manila, Philippines |
| Spouse |
Richard Peter Michael
(m. 2010) |
| Parent |
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| Residence(s) | Narvacan, Ilocos Sur |
| Occupation | Politician, businesswoman |
| Profession | Architect |
Richelle Raia Louise Singson-Michael (born November 10, 1981) is a Filipino politician and businesswoman who served as a representative for the Ako Ilocano Ako Partylist in the House of Representatives.
Early life
Richelle Raia Louise Singson was born on November 10, 1981, in San Juan, Metro Manila, to Agnes and Chavit Singson.[1] She is eight among Chavit's children.[2] Singson-Michael attended the International School Manila and graduated from the University of the Philippines Diliman where she obtained her architecture degree.[3]
Political career
The Ako Ilocano Ako partylist won a seat at the House of Representatives via the 2022 election. This was filled by Singson-Michael.[3] She was Ako Ilocano Ako's first nominee, with her cousin Allen and brother Christian being the second and third nominees respectively.[4][5]
Other
She is an architect and heads the R.S. Michael Architecture firm and the CEO of the Platinum Skies Aviation charter airline.[2]
Singson-Michael was also the chairperson of the Miss Universe Host Committee that organized the Miss Universe 2016 pageant in the Philippines.[6]
Personal life
Singson-Michael married Richard Peter Michael in 2010.[7] She is a resident of Narvacan.
References
- ^ Macatiag, Jenny Fatima (November 14, 2024). "Richelle's night to remember". Manila Standard. Retrieved February 10, 2025.
- ^ a b Romulo, Mons (August 29, 2019). "Her father's daughter". The Philippine Star. Retrieved February 10, 2025.
- ^ a b "Richelle Singson". Rappler. February 9, 2025. Retrieved February 10, 2025.
- ^ Guda, Kenneth Roland (February 23, 2022). "Politicians, their spouses, siblings and children pack the party-list race". Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism. Retrieved February 10, 2025.
- ^ "In 2022 poll, party-lists still 'backdoor' for political dynasties". Bulatlat. May 24, 2022. Retrieved February 10, 2025.
- ^ "Richelle Singson-Michael: The silent force behind Miss Universe 2016". The Philippine Star. January 8, 2017. Retrieved February 10, 2025.
- ^ Litton, Johnny (May 6, 2010). "A fragrant new year". The Philippine Star. Retrieved February 10, 2025.