Juan Ponce Enrile

Juan Ponce Enrile was a prominent Filipino politician and lawyer, known for his significant role during the dictatorship of Ferdinand Marcos in the Philippines. He served as the Secretary of Justice and later as the Minister of National Defense, playing a crucial part in the imposition of martial law in 1972. Following the People Power Revolution in 1986, which led to the ousting of Marcos, Enrile became a controversial figure, often praised for his political acumen yet criticized for his actions during the dictatorship. He passed away surrounded by family in his home, as reported by his daughter.