Duterte family

Duterte Family
Rodrigo Duterte (seated, left) with his first family after delivering his third State of the Nation Address in 2018
Current regionDavao City, Philippines
Place of originDanao, Cebu, Philippine Islands
MembersVicente Duterte
Soledad Roa Duterte
Rodrigo Duterte
Sara Duterte
Paolo Duterte
Sebastian Duterte
Connected familiesRoa family
Zimmerman family
Carpio family
TraditionsRoman Catholicism

The Duterte Family of Davao stands as one of the most influential political dynasties in the Philippines, with a legacy deeply rooted in public service, business ventures, and a prominent position within Mindanao's elite society. the Duterte family traces its roots to Danao, Cebu. Vicente Duterte, a lawyer from Cebu, migrated to Davao in the mid-20th century and served as governor of the undivided Davao (province). The family's move from the Visayas to Mindanao reflects broader internal migration trends during that era.

Today, the Duterte surname is associated with public service, regional leadership, and a legacy of civic involvement, especially in Mindanao.