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 |
Lesyel Brent Romero Manalo is a Filipino actor, model, and content creator born on December 6, 1997. 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, Brent became widely known after joining Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition (2025), where he emerged as the Kapamilya Big Winner.
Lesyel Brent Romero Manalo was born on December 6, 1997, in Capas, Tarlac. He attended Wellspring High School, where he graduated as valedictorian. He later 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]
In 2014, Manalo launched his YouTube channel, where he focused on travel vlogs and lifestyle content. [2] Manalo began his career in May 2018, shortly after graduating from college, with a campaign for an international fast fashion brand. A week later, he was invited by Johnny Manahan of Star Magic to audition. He continued modeling while attending workshops, though his career was interrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. [3]
Known for his distinct style and fashion sense, Brent Manalo first gained recognition as a fashion and lifestyle influencer during his vlogging career. He also revealed in an interview that he was supposed to attend Men's Fashion Week, but he couldn't because he was already undergoing the confidential PBB audition process.[ citation needed ]
Now, in 2025, Brent Manalo is also known for promoting local fashion brands, as well as for his affiliations, collaborations, and partnerships with high-end brands such as Louis Vuitton, Gucci, and Dior.[ citation needed ]
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. [4] [5]
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. [6] [7] 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. [8]
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. [9]
| 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 | |
| Unang Hirit | Guest | ||
| Fast Talk with Boy Abunda | |||
| TiktoClock | |||
| Family Feud | Contestant (2 episodes) | ||
| Rainbow Rumble | Contestant | ||
| 2026 | Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0 | Houseguest | |
| All-Out Sundays | Guest / Performer | ||
| The Secrets of Hotel 88 | Gio Cabrera | Main Cast |
| Year | Title | Role | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | The Four Bad Boys and Me [10] | Shawn Lucas Dela Fuente | Supporting role, Online digital film |
| Call Me Mother | Marco de Guzman | Supporting role, Entry for the 51st Metro Manila Film Festival 2025 |
| Year | Title | Artists | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Abot Langit [11] | Maris Racal ft. Rico Blanco | ABS-CBN Star Music |
| 2022 | Cuz of You [12] | Kyla (Filipino singer) & 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 |
| 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 |
| Award Ceremony | Year | Category | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GMA Gala 2025 | 2025 | Couple of the Night (with Mika Salamanca) | Won | |
| Preview Magazine's Best Dressed List | 2025 | Won | ||
| 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 | Promising Male Star of the Year | Pending | |
| Fashion Influencer of the Year | Pending | |||
| Music Video of the Year (with Mika Salamanca) | Pending |