King Collantes

King George Leandro Antonio Valencia Collantes is a Filipino lawyer and politician. He was elected as a congressman representing Batangas's 3rd congressional district under the Nationalist People's Coalition in the 2025 elections.

Early life and education

Collantes was born in Tanauan, Batangas on October 11, 1980, to politicians Sonny Collantes and Maria Theresa Collantes. He passed the Philippine Bar Examination in 2008.

Career

Before entering elective politics, Collantes served as chief of staff to both his parents during their terms in Congress. He is also a member of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines.

Political career

In 2025, Collantes won a seat in the 20th House of Representatives of the Philippines, representing the 3rd district of Batangas. He succeeded his mother, Maria Theresa Collantes, who was term-limited.

Controversies

In 2013, Collantes was involved in a widely reported incident after a video surfaced showing him punching a 66-year-old jeepney driver during a traffic altercation in Pasig. The transport group PISTON urged the Supreme Court and the Integrated Bar of the Philippines to disbar him for misconduct.

Personal life

Collantes is married to Andrea Armi Collantes.