Karen Bordador

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Karen Bordador
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Born (1992-04-15) April 15, 1992 (age 32)
Makati, Philippines
NationalityFilipino
Occupation(s)Television and radio personality, Host, Entrepreneur
Years active2010–present
Known forHosting and media career, advocacy for prison reform
Notable work Pinoy Big Brother: Kumunity Season 10, radio host at Monster Radio RX 93.1, event host

Karen Bordador (born April 15, 1992) is a Filipino radio DJ, host, and reality television personality. She is best known for her work as a DJ at Monster Radio RX 93.1 [1] and for her participation in Pinoy Big Brother: Kumunity Season 10. [2]

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Bordador has also starred in various television programs, including I Do (TV series), TV Patrol as a Star Patroller, Luv U, and It's Showtime. [3]

She was a main host on PIE NIGHT LONG, a current events and advice talk show on PIE Channel by ABS-CBN Corporation. [4] Recently, she appeared in shows like Can’t Buy Me Love (ABS-CBN), [5] Open 24/7 (GMA), [6] and Around The Arena on TV5. [7]

In 2016, Bordador was arrested and charged with involvement in a drug-related case. [8] After nearly five years of detention, she was acquitted in 2021. [9] Her life story was featured in a two-part special on Maalaala Mo Kaya . [10]

Early life and education

Karen Bordador was born in Manila to Wilfredo and Norie Bordador. [11] She began her career as a model, landing several magazine projects, including features for FHM Philippines. [12] Her modeling work led to brand endorsements, where she became a spokesperson for several companies, which ultimately caught the attention of the radio industry. [13]

Career

Karen Bordador auditioned for and won the Hottest Next DJ competition for Monster Radio RX 93.1. [14]

In addition to her radio career, Bordador expanded into event hosting. She hosted the fan meeting for Korean actor-singer Seo In-guk [15] and the premiere of Imagine You and Me .

She also ventured into television, making appearances on several popular shows, including TV Patrol as a Star Patroller, [16] LUV U on ABS-CBN, [17] and I Do . [18]

Additionally, she became a lead host on PIE NIGHT LONG on the PIE Channel by ABS-CBN. [19] Bordador also hosted her own radio talk show, K-Way, on Kstage Radio via Kumu. [20]

In August 2016, Bordador was arrested alongside her now ex-boyfriend in Pasig City as part of a drug operation. [21] They were charged with the sale and possession of illegal drugs. [22] The case attracted significant media attention. [23]

After nearly five years of legal proceedings, Bordador was acquitted of all charges and released from detention in June 2021. [24] Following her release, Bordador became an advocate for prison reform and the improvement of the Philippine justice system, citing its slow pace and lack of resources as major issues. [25] She has also become a resource person for Persons Deprived of Liberty. [26]

Pinoy Big Brother: Kumunity Season 10

Following her acquittal, Bordador joined the reality television show Pinoy Big Brother: Kumunity Season 10 as a celebrity housemate. [27] During the season, she discussed how her experiences in prison shaped her perspective. [28]

In the competition, Bordador faced two nominations for eviction. [29] She survived her first nomination in Week 3 but was evicted during a double eviction in Week 7. [30]

Current work

In 2023, Bordador was selected to host a fan meeting for Korean actor and singer Seo In-guk. [31] She was a last-minute replacement for actress and content creator Kristel Fulgar, who was originally scheduled to host the event. [32]

She is currently the Marketing Director of ENZI CORPORATION, a collection agency in the Philippines, as well as the Marketing Director of a satellite company in the country. [27] In addition to her work as a host and influencer, Bordador has expanded her career into business. Prior to her arrest, she was the CEO of SisterSecrets, an online lifestyle website. [33]

Her prison experiences were dramatized in a two-part episode of Maalaala Mo Kaya (MMK), a Philippine drama anthology, as part of its International Women's Month special. She was portrayed by Kaila Estrada. [34] [35]

Bordador also has her own YouTube channel where she has two shows: The Brightside: Stories of Setups That Become the Greatest Comebacks and Kulongbia Stories: Untold Jail Stories. [36]

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