How much do Evita Peron and Imelda Marcos have in common?  Read our fact sheet to find  out.

 

Evita Peron

• Born into poverty in 1922 in squalid Los Toldos
• Became an actress
• Married Juan Peron
• Wielded a charismatic influence amongst the poor and working class of Argentina
• Died 1952 of cancer at age 33
• 2004: Her personal effects and memorabilia were auctioned by Christie’s

Imelda Marcos

• Born into the powerful Romualdez clan in 1929 in rustic Tacloban
  
• Entered Miss Philippines beauty pageant, persuaded mayor to give her the top prize
  
• 1954 Married Ferdinand Marcos
  
• Held sway over the masses with her singing and her beauty
  
• Facing more than 150 court cases
  
• 2003: Some of her jewellery was auctioned for more than $20 million