US-born and raised, #ColeMicek is half-Filipino from his mother’s side. With little knowledge of his culture and language, he took a leap of faith when Ateneo de Manila University scouted him to play for their basketball team. Cole quickly fell in love with the Pinoy culture, particularly the food–and even though he felt a little
#MarieJamora began her career directing music videos and the longest running noontime show in the Philippines, Eat Bulaga. While touring her first feature film, Ang Nawawala (What Isn’t There) in the SlamDance Film Festival, she met her soon-to-be husband, Jason McLagan. From an unplanned visit to eventually immigrating to America, Marie has come a long
When theater is mentioned in a Filipino community, the first name that comes to mind is #LeaSalonga—a household name that came to be when she brought to life characters in Miss Saigon, Les Miserables, and in Disney movies, among others. She has been celebrated for more than just making it to the world stage, but
#KurtTijamo took up Classical Voice / Performance at California State University Northridge. He’s performed for opera and theater, and is a sought-after baritone. He considers it a privilege to be able to portray characters on stage, interpreting classics and songs that have touched millions of audiences through the years. However, it’s the music that he
🇵🇭🇺🇸 Filipino American visual artist #LouisDeGuzman has teamed up with BAIT and the iconic anime character, Astro Boy, on a new exhibit called #ATOMvsASTRO — now on view at BAIT’s Melrose location from November 11 to 24. Items from the special collection will be available to purchase next door at the BAIT Gift Shop. De
From the mountains of Cebu to the elegant dining halls of leading international hotels, and even royal houses in Thailand and Europe, the #ChocolateQueen of Cebu, Raquel T. Choa has been sharing her unique journey and creations with Philippine Cacao, and elevating local cacao traditions to the global stage. In this So Hot segment, Raquel
#OliviaQuido Skincare is the Official Skincare of the #69thMissUniverse. With over 70 beautiful ladies globally as ambassadors of her beauty line, no doubt CEO and Founder Miss O is the true winner of the recently concluded competition where Andrea Meza of Mexico was crowned Miss Universe 2020. Advocating for #womenempowerment, Miss O believes that true
A group of #proudFilipinos who met through an invitation-only social media app #Clubhouse, came together and started the campaign #FILIPINOW. As they clamor for more visibility globally, they are inviting Filipinos and allies to share their stories, celebrate their Filipino-ness and elevate the Filipino community. ?? It’s time to be proud, it’s a great time
In the midst of Anti-Asian hate crimes and in celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, Filipina-Americans in Entertainment released an anthem music video amplifying the value of loving the color we are in and being confident about it.
Brown skin, dark skin, morena skin, let’s all be proud! FilipinX-Americans musical artists #EllaJayBasco and #RubyIbarra take pride in their Filipino heritage with the recent musical collaboration – #GOLD.
