RADIO DJ Rembert Montiel walked the streets of Davao City in a gown and six-inch heels on Friday to show support for former president Rodrigo Duterte on his 80th birthday.
A staunch Duterte supporter, Montiel said his bold appearance was a political statement.
“Filipinos who are silent today will be the Filipinos who will suffer tomorrow,” he said. “While I am not certain about my existence today, I am sure that our next generation can benefit from what we are doing now.”
Montiel plans to continue wearing his outfit to similar events.
Thousands of Duterte supporters gathered on Roxas Avenue in Davao City for the celebration, even as the former president remained in detention at The Hague, Netherlands, facing trial at the International Criminal Court.
