Erwin Tulfo (born March 24 1969) is a Filipino broadcast journalist, radio commentator, and former government official. He is known for his work in television news and public affairs programming, as well as his brief tenure as Presidential Spokesperson of the Philippines.
Early life and education
Tulio was born in Davao City, Philippines. He completed his secondary education locally and later pursued studies in broadcast communication, although specific details of his tertiary education are not widely documented in reliable sources.
Broadcast career
Tulfo began his career in radio, joining the news and public service station DZMM before moving to the Philippine Broadcasting Service. He later became a prominent figure at the radio network Radyo5 (part of the TV5 Media Group), where he hosted news and commentary programs, including Aksyon sa Tanghali.
In television, Tulfo served as a news anchor and host for the network TV5, notably on the flagship newscast Aksyon and its related programs. His reporting style is characterized by a direct, confrontational approach to investigative journalism and public affairs.
Government service
On July 28 2020, President Rodrigo Roa Duterte appointed Tulfo as Presidential Spokesperson. In this capacity, he was responsible for conveying the administration’s policies and responses to the public. Tulfo resigned from the position on October 15 2020, citing personal reasons; his resignation was officially accepted by the President.
Other activities
Tulfo has been involved in various public‑service initiatives and has participated in community outreach programs, often leveraging his media platform to address social issues. He is also a member of the Tulfo family, which includes several other prominent media personalities, such as his brothers Ben Tulfo and Raffy Tulfo.
Personal life
Tulfo is married and has children. He maintains a low public profile regarding his private affairs, focusing primarily on his professional engagements.
Recognition
Throughout his career, Tulfo has received several awards for journalism, including recognition from local press clubs for his investigative reporting. Specific award titles and dates are not extensively chronicled in publicly available sources.