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Maria Carmela Brosas (born July 15, 1975[2]), better known by her screen name Kakai or K Brosas, is a Filipino actress, comedian, singer and television host. She was born in the Philippines to an American father and a Filipina mother[2] and was a band member of Gladys and the Boxers and was lead singer when the group performed as K and the Boxers with Music Director Samuel Cruz Valdecantos, Bassist Nolit Abanilla, Drummer Solomon Valdecantos and Guitarist Eric Tuazon. In mid-2010, she became a co-host in the game show Pilipinas Win na Win.
Kakai "K" Brosas | |
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| Born | Maria Carmela Brosas July 15, 1975 |
| Occupation(s) | Actress comedian singer television host |
| Years active | 2000–present |
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| Children | Crystal Brosas |
| Website | www.wapak.biz |
Biography
editEarly life
editBrosas was born in Borongan, Eastern Samar to a Filipino mother and an American father, whom she never knew.[3] At a young age, her family transferred to Manila. She finished high school at St. Paul University Quezon City where she enrolled in an undergraduate B.S. Tourism course.[1][4]
Personal life
editBrosas' only daughter, Crystal, came out as lesbian in July 2020.[5][6] Her daughter is currently in a relationship with her non-showbiz girlfriend, Zhyzhia, which Brosas fully supports. [7][8]
Filmography
editFilm
edit| Year | Title | Role | Production company |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Tenement 2 | Melissa | Star Cinema |
| Ang Tanging Pamilya: A Marry Go Round | Deling kakanin | ||
| 2012 | ÜnOfficially Yours | Vivora | |
| The Mistress | Rosa | ||
| 2013 | Call Center Girl | Lolay | Skylight Films and Star Cinema |
| 2017 | Northern Lights: A Journey to Love | Arlene | Spring Films, Regal Entertainment, Star Cinema |
| 2021 | Will You Marry? | Honey | Mavx |
Television
edit| Year | Title | Role | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Idol Ko Si Kap | GMA Network | |
| 2001–2003 | Eat Bulaga! | Herself / Co-host | |
| 2001 | Ikaw Lang ang Mamahalin | Flor | |
| 2004 | Bitoy's Funniest Videos | Herself / Co-host | |
| Magpakailanman: The Kakai "K" Brosas Story | Herself | ||
| SiS | Herself / Guest | ||
| Extra Challenge | Herself / Guest co-host | ||
| Marinara | Sushi Lou | ||
| 2005 | Hokus Pokus | Toni | |
| Darna | Divina Demonica | ||
| 2006 | HP: Ibang Level Na! | Toni | |
| 2007 | HP: To the Highest Level Na! | Toni | |
| Super Twins | Akika | ||
| All Star K! | Herself / Guest | ||
| SOP Rules | Herself / Co-host | ||
| 2008 | Marimar | Rowena | |
| My Girl | Tessie Legaspi | ABS-CBN | |
| 2009 | Lovers in Paris | Michelle | |
| Rated K | Herself | ||
| 2010 | IDOL | Antonia "Toyang" Timbales | |
| Pilipinas Win Na Win | Herself / Co-host | ||
| Laugh Out Loud | Herself | ||
| Showtime | Herself (Appears in "Huliin ang Bituin" segment) | ||
| 2011 | Talentadong Pinoy | Herself / Judge | TV5 |
| Showtime | Herself / Guest judge | ABS-CBN | |
| 2011–2012 | Maria la del Barrio | Carlotta | |
| 2011 | Entertainment Live | Herself / Host | |
| 2013 | Wansapanataym: Ang Batang Buhawi | Maring | |
| 2014 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Santan | Neneng | |
| Tunay na Buhay | Herself | GMA Network | |
| 2014–2015 | Quiet Please!: Bawal ang Maingay | Herself / Host | TV5 |
| 2015 | 3-in-1 | Host | ABS-CBN |
| Kris TV | Guest co-host | ||
| 2016–2020 | It's Showtime | Judge in Tawag ng Tanghalan | |
| 2020 | Bangon Talentadong Pinoy | Herself / Guest Talent scout | TV5 |
| 2020–2022 | Lunch Out Loud | Herself / Host | |
| 2021–2022 | Sing Galing! | Herself / Host | |
| 2024 | Ang Himala ni Niño: Unang Libro ng Niña Niño | Gregoria "Gege" | TV5 |
References
edit- ^ a b Ricky Lo (November 14, 2005). "Who does K Brosas think she is?". The Philippine Star. Retrieved October 20, 2022.
- ^ a b K Brosas – Biography – IMDb
- ^ "K Brosas never knew her father". ABS CBN. January 14, 2015. Retrieved October 20, 2022.
- ^ Boy Villasanta (March 31, 2022). "Samar Proud Of K Brosas, Says Waray Aster Amoyo". Opinyon. Retrieved October 20, 2022.
- ^ Jannielyn Ann Bigtas (July 15, 2020). "K Brosas' daughter, Crystal, comes out as a lesbian". GMA Network. Retrieved October 20, 2022.
- ^ Niña V. Guno (July 15, 2020). "WATCH: K Brosas proud of daughter for coming out as lesbian". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved October 20, 2022.
- ^ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved July 23, 2024.
- ^ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved July 23, 2024.
External links
edit- [1]
- K Brosas on Twitter
- K Brosas at IMDb
- Website of K Brosas (WaPak!)