Brent Manalo: Biography, Career & Latest News
Who is Brent Manalo and what is he known for? This is a common phrase you’d find when you search online for Brent Manalo, a Filipino multi-talented artist who’s recently trending among showbiz fans and supporters. Today, we’ll learn more about the Kapamilya star along with the latest buzz surrounding him. Let’s get started!
Who Is Brent Manalo?
In this section, let’s get a quick overview of #brentmanalo💙 and why he’s gaining attention online.
Biography
Brent Manalo (Lesyel Brent Romero Manalo), born December 6, 1997, is a Tarlac local and Filipino actor, model, and content creator who was first known as a Kapamilya Big Winner in the Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition in 2025.
Notable roles –
- “Ampalaya Chronicles,”
- “Beach Bros,”
- “The Broken Marriage Vow,”
- “The Secrets of Hotel 88” with fellow PBB housemates Bianca De Vera, Will Ashley, and Mika Salamanca
He excelled academically, too.
- Valedictorian: Wellspring High School
- Cum Laude: De La Salle University (Manila) Bachelor of Science in Advertising Management
- Dean’s Lister
- Recipient of the Ninoy Aquino Leadership Award
- Nominee, Jose Rizal Honors Society
- Nominee, Best Thesis
Young fans and showbiz followers love the authenticity and talent of #brentmanalo, who continues to hone his craft and expand beyond modeling and acting. He’s slowly carving his name in other categories, including brand endorsements and music projects, too.
Brent Manalo: Beginnings & Rise to Fame
Let’s talk about his developing career, recent projects, and how both his talent and personality contributed to his growing fanbase.
Career Highlights
What are the recent acting projects of this Filipino celebrity? His most recent one was The Secrets of Hotel 88 in 2026, a GMA Network and ABS-CBN collaboration project.
But before that, he appeared in other shows, the first one being the PBB Celebrity Collab Edition, where he emerged as the Kapamilya Big Winner. Other previous projects included Ampalaya Chronicles, Beach Bros, and The Broken Marriage Vow.
He also regularly appears on It’s Showtime and released music under StarPop.
Loyal followers and supporters across channels, including social media and television, love the actor’s authenticity in showing his true self on and off camera as well as emotional maturity.
Latest News
After career milestones and achievements, what’s the latest buzz about Brent Manalo?
Brent launched his EP, Lover Boy, featuring five songs, like Pareho Tayong Nahihiya and Malay Ko, and held a fan concert performing his new songs.
Brent joined the happy It’s Showtime family as a regular co-host on June 27, 2026, after weeks of guest appearances.
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Movies, TV Shows & Public Appearances
Let’s highlight his most memorable projects so far.
Popular TV Shows
- Most recently as a new co-host of It’s Showtime
- Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition 2025
- Ampalaya Chronicles
- The Broken Marriage Vow
- Beach Bros
- The Secrets of Hotel 88
Part of his growing portfolio, he also collaborated with major brands, including food and beverage, high fashion, and wellness industries.
Jollibee (he also became one of the newest faces of the giant fast food chain alongside Mika Salamanca)
He also modelled for Gucci, a high-end fashion brand, together with Anthony Constantino and Pia Wurtzbach, among others.
In addition, the model-actor became one of the most prominent collaborators of Aivee Clinic for its skincare and wellness treatments.
For famous collaborations,
- “Hayskul Crush” with Esnyr Ranollo, a former PBB housemate (digital series)
- Meet & Greet together with James Reid in Cebu for Penshoppe, a lifestyle brand, on August 3, 2025
- “What If Tayo?” with Mika Salamanca (music single)
His Recent Media Appearance
He recently appeared in “Everybody, Sing!’s Singko Blangko segment wherein he completed the missing lyrics of Ikaw Lang ang Aking Mahal, a Brownman Revival rendition of the OG song, highlighting his knowledge of OPM.
That’s not all, because Brent Manalo also appeared in the Song Association challenge, wherein he matched different word prompts with songs from local and international artists, including songs such as…
- “Bahay Kubo”, a Filipino classic
- “good 4 u” (Olivia Rodrigo)
- “Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now)” (C+C Music Factory)
- “Night Changes” (One Direction)
The actor-model-content creator also showcased his knowledge of Filipino songs with word prompts, such as
- “Araw” and “Gabi” with the song Araw Gabi (Regine Velasquez)
- “Lahat” with Ligaya (Eraserheads)
The music challenge became an instant hit among fans and followers on social media, with most praising his enthusiasm and confidence under pressure.
Nevertheless, Brent Manalo continues to broaden his artistry and grow his fan base, appearing in different brand endorsements, events, fan meets, TV shows, and media interviews.
Why Is Brent Manalo Trending?
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Social Media Popularity
The popular young celebrity has a massive social media following, with over two million followers on Instagram, 2.7M on TikTok, 242,000+ on X, and over 590,000 likes on Facebook, where he shares life updates, memorable moments, and projects.
His authentic personality makes him a relatable young public figure, especially among Gen Zs, alongside his calm nature and natural charm.
Fans particularly noticed these traits while he was inside the PBB house, where he shared thoughtful conversations with fellow housemates and showed his real self.
Fans can’t get enough of Brent Manalo and his projects, too, constantly following his interviews, music challenges, and variety shows, because they simply love his talent and other sides, including his quick wit and humor.
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What’s Next for Brent Manalo?
After knowing all this, what’s coming up for him?
Upcoming Projects
Apart from his regular hosting at It’s Showtime, the star of “The Secrets of Hotel 88” is set to hit the stage with “The Art of Breaking Up,” directed by Dudz Teraña, starring alongside Yen Santos and Kolette Madelo, that’ll be running from November to December this year at the PETA Theater Center (Quezon City).
But definitely, fans can see more of him in TV shows, music collaborations, and entertainment projects. You can always stay updated on the multi-talented performer on his social media channels, major media outlets, and trusted entertainment coverage channels.
FAQs
How old is Brent Manalo?
Lesyel Brent Romero Manalo, a Filipino multi-talented artist, is 28 years old (birthdate: December 6, 1997) and graduated from De La Salle University as cum laude with a degree in Advertising Management.
What TV shows has Brent Manalo appeared in?
The PBB Big Winner appeared in various TV Shows, including The Broken Marriage Vow and The Secrets of Hotel 88. He also recently joined the It’s Showtime family as a regular co-host in June this year.
Why is Brent Manalo trending recently?
His recent guesting on “Everybody Sing!” and “Song Association” challenge made him trend again because fans were able to witness his broad musical knowledge and witty personality.
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Conclusion
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