Aldo Duque
Aldo Duque | |
|---|---|
| Born | 28 February 1961 |
| Nationality | Chilean |
| Occupation | Lawyer |
| Academic background | |
| Alma mater | Gabriela Mistral University (LL.B) |
Aldo Duque Santos (born 28 February 1961) is a Chilean lawyer and political commentator, known for his specialization in criminal law and his active participation in the media.[1][2][3][4]
Throughout his career, he has combined professional legal practice with a prominent presence on television, radio, and digital platforms, where he addresses legal, institutional, and public security issues.[5]
Biography
Aldo Duque was born in Santiago, Chile in 1961. He studied law at Gabriela Mistral University, where he earned his professional degree. From the early stages of his career, he specialized in criminal law, working as a trial lawyer in cases of various kinds.[6] His professional experience includes both defense and victim representation.[7]
Starting in the 2010s, he established a consistent presence in the media, appearing in news analysis programs, debates, interviews or talk shows.[8] He began a recognized figure in the Chilean media landscape, particularly on topics related to criminal law and public affairs.[2][9][10]
In 2016, Duque entered the political scene as a pre-candidate in the centre-right local primaries for mayor of Macul, a commune in the capital city, Santiago. His campaign emphasized local governance, security, and community development.[11] Nevertheless, he lost against Andrés Ugarte.[12]
In 2024, Duque ventured into formal political engagement by declaring himself a pre-candidate for mayor of Santiago Centro. However, he later withdrew from the race in favor of Mario Desbordes, aligning himself with the broader supporting Desbordes’ candidacy.[13][14]
References
- ^ "Quién es Aldo Duque: exfarándula y candidato a alcalde de Santiago en el listado de abogados de narcos". Radio Bío-Bío. 26 April 2024. Retrieved 30 July 2025.
- ^ a b "Aldo Duque: El abogado que le presta ropa a las faranduleras". La Cuarta. 29 May 2011. Retrieved 30 July 2025.
- ^ "Zalo Reyes y Aldo Duque unieron fuerzas para levantar su propia fonda". Radio Cooperativa. 13 September 2012. Retrieved 30 July 2025.
- ^ "Abogado Aldo Duque: »La televisión me gusta más que el pan con vino»". ADN Radio Chile. 15 July 2013. Retrieved 30 July 2025.
- ^ "Aldo Duque: "Me aburrí de ser un espectador de la realidad nacional"". Emol. 10 April 2013. Retrieved 30 July 2025.
- ^ "Quién es Aldo Duque, el abogado de la farándula y candidato a alcalde por Santiago". En Cancha. 24 May 2024. Retrieved 30 July 2025.
- ^ "Perfil: Aldo Duque, candidato a la alcaldía de Santiago, y sus polémicas causas como abogado". Ex-Ante. 12 April 2024. Retrieved 30 July 2025.
- ^ "¿Exageró? Aldo Duque sorprendió con su higiénica manera de cocinar en 'La Divina Comida'". Radio Bío-Bío. 1 April 2018. Retrieved 31 July 2025.
- ^ "Columna de Aldo Duque: "Defiendo profundamente el derecho a fumarse un pito"". The Clinic. 20 July 2011. Retrieved 31 July 2025.
- ^ "El vínculo de Anita Alvarado y Aldo Duque por 11 años que complicó a la esposa del abogado". La Red. 3 April 2024. Retrieved 30 July 2025.
- ^ "Conocido abogado de la farándula quiere ser alcalde de Macul". 11 June 2016. Retrieved 31 July 2025.
- ^ "Aldo Duque reconoce derrota en las primarias de Macul". ADN Radio Chile. 19 June 2016. Retrieved 31 July 2025.
- ^ "Aldo Duque retira su candidatura por la alcaldía de Santiago y manifiesta su apoyo a Mario Desbordes". La Tercera. 5 August 2024. Retrieved 30 July 2025.
- ^ "Aldo Duque baja su candidatura a la alcaldía y le expresa su apoyo a Desbordes: "Salva a Santiago"". Emol. 5 August 2024. Retrieved 30 July 2025.