Brent Manalo
Brent Manalo | |
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 Manalo in 2025 | |
| Born | Lesyel Brent Romero Manalo December 6, 1997 |
| Education | De La Salle University (BSADV) |
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| Years active | 2020–present |
| Agent | Star Magic |
| Height | 175 cm (5 ft 9 in) |
| Website | YouTube |
Brent Manalo (born Lesyel Brent Romero Manalo; December 6, 1997) is a Filipino actor, model, and content creator. He has appeared in various television productions, gaining attention for his roles in series such as Ampalaya Chronicles (2020), Beach Bros (2022), The Broken Marriage Vow (2022), and The Secrets of Hotel 88 (2026).
Beyond acting, he became widely known after joining Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition (2025), where he emerged as the Kapamilya Big Winner.
Early life and education
Lesyel Brent Romero Manalo was born on December 6, 1997, in Capas, Tarlac. He attended Wellspring High School, where he graduated as valedictorian. He studied at De La Salle University in Manila, earning a Bachelor of Science in Advertising Management, graduating cum laude. While at university, he was a consistent Dean's Lister, a nominee for the Jose Rizal Honors Society and "Best Thesis", and a recipient of the Ninoy Aquino Leadership Award.[1]
Career
Early career
In 2014, Manalo launched his YouTube channel, where he focused on travel vlogs and lifestyle content.[2]
In 2018, shortly after graduating from college, he landed a campaign for an international fast-fashion brand. A week later, he was invited by Johnny Manahan of Star Magic to audition. While attending workshops, Manalo continued modeling and eventually expanded into content creation, focusing on lifestyle and fashion. In 2022, he secured a role in the top-rated TV drama series The Broken Marriage Vow.
Acting
Manalo made his acting debut in 2020 with the iWant series Ampalaya Chronicles, portraying the character Jeric. He later appeared in The Broken Marriage Vow (2022) as Miguel "Migs" Ilustre and in Beach Bros (2022) as Jason Coral.[3][4]
In 2024, he appeared in the Hayskul Crush series by content creator and fellow housemate Esnyr, where he played a role in a love triangle alongside actor Shan Vesagas. The series is available on Esnyr's YouTube and TikTok channels.[5][6]
The following year, Manalo participated as a housemate in Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition, emerging as the season's winners alongside his duo partner, Mika Salamanca.[7]
Philanthropy
After securing the title of Big Winner on the reality program Pinoy Big Brother, Manalo, together with his partner on the show, Mika Salamanca, donated their winnings to Duyan ni Maria, a Pampanga-based non-profit organization dedicated to providing education and support for underprivileged children.[8]
Filmography
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Ampalaya Chronicles | Jeric | Supporting role |
| 2022 | The Broken Marriage Vow | Miguel "Migs" Illustre | Supporting role |
| Beach Bros | Jason Coral | Main cast | |
| Dear MOR Celebrity Specials: The Alvin Story | Alvin | Lead role
Audio drama | |
| 2022–present | ASAP | Himself | Performer |
| 2024–present | It's Showtime | Guest / Guest Hurado / performer / guest co-host | |
| 2025 | Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition | Housemate
Kapamilya Big Winner | |
| Unang Hirit | Guest | ||
| Fast Talk with Boy Abunda | |||
| TiktoClock | Guest (2 episodes) | ||
| Family Feud | Contestant (2 episodes) | ||
| Rainbow Rumble | Contestant | ||
| 2025–2026 | All-Out Sundays | Guest / performer (2 episodes) | |
| 2026 | Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0 | Houseguest | |
| The Secrets of Hotel 88 | Gio Cabrera | Main cast | |
| Everybody, Sing! | Himself | Guest |
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Note | Producer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | The Four Bad Boys and Me[9] | Shawn Lucas Dela Fuente[10] | Supporting role, online digital film | ABS-CBN Studios & Lonewolf Films |
| Call Me Mother | Marco de Guzman | Supporting role,
entry for the 51st Metro Manila Film Festival 2025 |
ABS-CBN Studios, The IdeaFirst Company, Viva Films, & Star Cinema |
Music video appearances
| Year | Title | Artists | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | "Abot Langit"[11] | Maris Racal
ft. Rico Blanco |
ABS-CBN Star Music |
| 2022 | "Cuz of You"[12] | Kyla &
Bryan Mcknight Jr. |
Tarsier Records |
| 2023 | "Matapang"[13] | Vivoree | ABS-CBN Star Music |
| "Dalawang Isip"[14] | ABS-CBN Star Music | ||
| "Sayaw Ng Mga Tala"[15] | Vivoree X Benedix | ABS-CBN Star Music | |
| 2024 | "Apat na Buwan"[16] | Janine | Viva Music Publishing, Inc. |
| "Be All Mine"[17] | Jillian Ward | SPARKLE GMA | |
| "Wag Paglaruan"[18] | Fana ft. Tiara Shaye | ABS-CBN Star Music | |
| 2025 | "Ako Na Lang"[19] | The Juans | VIVA Records |
| "What If Tayo?"[20] | Brent Manalo & | ABS-CBN Star Music |
Discography
Extended plays
| Year | Album | Song title | Performed by | Label |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Lover Boy | "Pareho Tayong Nahihiya" | Brent Manalo | StarPop |
| "Sa'yo Lang" | ||||
| "Tell Me How" | ||||
| "Ikaw sa Bilyon" | ||||
| "Malay Ko" |
Singles
| Year | Track | Details | Label |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | "What If Tayo?" | Duet with Mika Salamanca | Star Music |
| 2025 | "Pasko ang Pinakamagandang Kwento" | Cover duet with Mika Salamanca | Star Music |
Awards and nominations
| Award ceremony | Year | Category | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anak TV Seal Awards | 2025 | Male Net Makabata Star | Won | [21] |
| 8th Gawad Lasallianeta Awards | 2025 | Zeal Award for Excellence as Lasallian Public Personality | Won | |
| 7th Village Pipol Choice Awards | 2026 | Fashion Influencer of the Year | Won | |
| Music Video of the Year | Won | |||
| Promising Male Star of the Year | Nominated |
References
- ↑ Eusebio, Aaron Brennt (June 24, 2025). "Who is Kapamilya housemate Brent Manalo?". GMA Network.
- ↑ "Philippines' Brent Manalo". VMAN SEA. VMAN. November 14, 2024. Retrieved March 28, 2025.
- ↑ Diez, Grace (July 30, 2025). "Metro Exclusive: Brent Manalo Shares Why Vulnerability is a Strength". Metro.Style. Retrieved January 4, 2026.
- ↑ Bardinas, Mary Ann. "Brent talks about his role as Zanjoe's brother in The Broken Marriage Vow, bares take on cheating | ABS-CBN Entertainment". ABS-CBN. Archived from the original on June 14, 2025. Retrieved January 4, 2026.
- ↑ "Esnyr at Brent Manalo, patok sa viewers ng 'Pinoy Big Brother: Collab' Celebrity Edition". GMA Network. Retrieved July 1, 2025.
- ↑ "Esnyr's High School Section Wars Skit on YouTube Brings Back Nostalgic Memories". Nylon Manila. Nylon. July 23, 2024. Retrieved March 28, 2025.
- ↑ Arnaldo, Steph (July 5, 2025). "Brent Manalo, Mika Salamanca are Big Winners of 'Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition'". Rappler. Retrieved July 5, 2025.
- ↑ "The selfless duo! BreKa shares plans to donate "PBB Collab" cash prize to orphanage". ABS-CBN. Retrieved December 23, 2025.
- ↑ "The Four Bad Boys and Me". Nerdspin. Retrieved March 29, 2025.
- ↑ Citations about the casts of TFBBAM:
- The Manila Times (July 31, 2025). "Anji Salvacion, Gelo Rivera bring high school romance to life in 'The Four Bad Boys and Me'". Newsen. Archived from the original on July 5, 2026. Retrieved July 5, 2026 – via The Manila Times.
- Hannah Mallorca (August 2, 2025). "Anji Salvacion takes the lead in digital film 'The Four Bad Boys and Me'". Newsen. Archived from the original on July 6, 2026. Retrieved July 6, 2026 – via Inquirer.
- Mary Ann Bardinas (August 16, 2025). "Anji Salvacion, Gelo Rivera recall their first taping day jitters for 'The Four Bad Boys and Me'". Newsen. Archived from the original on July 2, 2026. Retrieved July 6, 2026 – via ABS CBN News.
- Arci Claveria (August 5, 2025). "'The Four Bad Boys and Me' Serves an Undeniable Cast of Visuals". Newsen. Archived from the original on July 2, 2026. Retrieved July 6, 2026 – via Metro.Style.
- ↑ ABS-CBN Star Music (April 5, 2019). Abot Langit - Maris Racal x Rico Blanco (Music Video). Retrieved March 20, 2026 – via YouTube.
- ↑ Tarsier Records (October 14, 2022). #COY (Cuz Of You) - Kyla, Brian McKnight Jr. (Official Music Video). Retrieved March 20, 2026 – via YouTube.
- ↑ ABS-CBN Star Music (February 24, 2023). Matapang - Vivoree (Music Video). Retrieved March 20, 2026 – via YouTube.
- ↑ ABS-CBN Star Music (June 9, 2023). Vivoree - Dalawang Isip (Music Video). Retrieved March 20, 2026 – via YouTube.
- ↑ ABS-CBN Star Music (September 29, 2023). Vivoree x Benedix - Sayaw Ng Mga Tala (Music Video). Retrieved March 20, 2026 – via YouTube.
- ↑ Janine (August 24, 2024). Janine - Apat Na Buwan ft. Brent Manalo (Official Music Video). Retrieved March 20, 2026 – via YouTube.
- ↑ Sparkle GMA Artist Center (September 5, 2024). Jillian Ward - 'Be All Mine' Official Music Video. Retrieved March 20, 2026 – via YouTube.
- ↑ ABS-CBN Star Music (November 8, 2024). Fana ft. Tiara Shaye - Wag Paglaruan (Music Video) PhilPop x Himig Handog. Retrieved March 20, 2026 – via YouTube.
- ↑ The Juans (August 30, 2025). Ako Na Lang - The Juans (Official Music Video). Retrieved March 20, 2026 – via YouTube.
- ↑ ABS-CBN Star Music (September 27, 2025). Mika Salamanca, Brent Manalo - 'What If Tayo?' Official Music Video. Retrieved March 20, 2026 – via YouTube.
- ↑ "ABS-CBN clinches 29 honors at 2025 Anak TV Awards". ABS-CBN. Retrieved December 11, 2025.
External links
- Brent Manalo at IMDb