Gel Alonte | |
|---|---|
 Official portrait, 2025 | |
| 29th Mayor of Biñan | |
| Assumed office June 30, 2025 | |
| Vice Mayor | Jonalina Reyes |
| Preceded by | Arman Dimaguila |
| Vice Mayor of Biñan | |
| In office June 30, 2016 – June 30, 2025 | |
| Mayor | Arman Dimaguila |
| Preceded by | Arman Dimaguila |
| Succeeded by | Jonalina Reyes |
| Member of Biñan City Council | |
| In office June 30, 2013 – June 30, 2016 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Angelo Belizario Alonte (1976-01-10) January 10, 1976 Quezon City, Philippines |
| Party | NUP (2024–present) |
| Other political affiliations | PDP–Laban (2016–2024) Liberal (2012–2016) |
| Spouse | Jhozalyn Manego |
| Children | 3 |
| Relatives | Len Alonte (sister) Ronnie Alonte (first cousin once removed) |
| Occupation | Politician |
Angelo "Gel" Belizario Alonte (born January 10, 1976) is a Filipino politician, businessman, and sports executive. He is currently serving as the 29th mayor of Biñan since 2025. He previously served as the vice mayor of Biñan from 2016 to 2025 and had served as a city councilor from 2013 to 2016.[1] He is also one of the owners of Biñan Tatak Gel, his namesake basketball team that competes in the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League and Pilipinas Super League.[2]
Early life and education
Alonte was born on January 10, 1976, in Quezon City, and is the fourth child of Bayani Arthur Alonte, who served as mayor of Biñan from 1988 to 1992, and Fe Erlinda Francisco Belizario, the daughter of philanthropist Dr. Ildefonso Belizario. He attended St. Anthony School of Biñan for his primary education. He attended Santa Catalina School for his high school education. He finished with the degree of Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy at the University of Perpetual Help System Laguna–Biñan campus, where he graduated in 1997.[3] After which, he built a construction business.[4]
Political career
Alonte was elected city councilor of Biñan in 2013, top notching the race. As councilor, he was the chairperson of the Committee on Youth and Sports Development.[4] He served for one term until 2016.
In 2016, Alonte was elected vice mayor of Biñan and served for three consecutive terms until 2025. In all three elections, he was the running mate of his predecessor Arman Dimaguila, who had served as mayor of Biñan from 2016 to 2025.[4][5]
In 2025, Alonte became a mayor of Biñan, after beating closest rival Cookie Yatco by over 51,084 votes.
Sports
Alonte is a co-owner of Biñan Tatak Gel, a basketball team that competes in the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League and joined the Pilipinas Super League when it was renamed in 2023.[2] He was named as the 2025 MPBL Executive of the Year.[6]
Personal life
Alonte is married to Jhozalyn Manego and has three children, including Gela Alonte, an actress.[7][8][9] His sister Len Alonte is also a former mayor and representative from Biñan.
Electoral history
| Year | Office | Party | Votes received | Result | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | % | P. | Swing | |||||
| 2013 | Councilor of Biñan | Liberal | 21,829 | 8.38% | 1st | N/a | Won | |
| 2016 | Vice Mayor of Biñan | 77,672 | 68.90% | 1st | N/a | Won | ||
| 2019 | PDP–Laban | 92,422 | 100.00% | 1st | +31.1% | Unopposed | ||
| 2022 | 125,422 | 82.59% | 1st | -17.41% | Won | |||
| 2025 | Mayor of Biñan | NUP | 107,746 | 65.54% | 1st | N/a | Won | |
References
- ^ Commission on Elections (2025). "Certificate of Candidacy: Angelo B. Alonte (Mayor for Biñan)" (PDF). Commission on Elections. Retrieved January 8, 2026.
- ^ a b "Actor Ronnie Alonte to suit up for Biñan Tatak Gel in MPBL". Fastbreak. March 7, 2024. Retrieved January 11, 2026.
- ^ "Angelo "Gel" B. Alonte". Serbisyo.ph.
- ^ a b c Garcia, Julia. "Carrying The Ball For Biñan". League. Retrieved January 11, 2026.
- ^ "Vote-buying complaint filed vs Biñan, Laguna officials". 23 June 2022. Archived from the original on October 1, 2022. Retrieved 8 January 2026.
- ^ "Dave Ildefonso earns MPBL season MVP honors". Tiebreaker Times. December 16, 2025. Retrieved January 11, 2025.
- ^ Cruz, Hazel Jane (August 31, 2025). "Why is Gela Alonte's name all over the internet?". GMA Integrated News. Archived from the original on September 25, 2025. Retrieved January 8, 2026.
- ^ Arceo, Therese (August 5, 2025). "Gela Alonte pinuntirya ng netizens, inungkat political dynasty issue" [Gela Alonte targeted by netizens, political dynasty issue raised]. Philippine Daily Inquirer (Bandera) (in Tagalog). Archived from the original on August 31, 2025. Retrieved January 8, 2026.
- ^ "Flood of riches: Netizens blast 'nepo babies' for flaunting wealth". Bilyonaryo News Channel. August 29, 2025. Archived from the original on September 25, 2025. Retrieved January 8, 2026.
External links
Media related to Gel Alonte at Wikimedia Commons- Gel Alonte on Facebook
