Pinoy Big Brother Double Up

Oct 4, 2009 Author: blogsall | Filed under: Pinoy Big Brother Double Up

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Finally, the much awaited night came with a blast as the most popular Pinoy Big Brother house is opened again for this season’s Pinoy Big Brother Double Up. It was truly a “double up” surprise as one housemate after another was introduced and magically disappeared afterwards. Another “double up” twist is when two sets of identical twins were introduced and will be staying in different houses…oh, and by the way, there are actually two houses so it’s really a “double up.” The housemates were a mix of people from different walks of life with different cultures, personalities, lifestyle and experiences. It will truly be an interesting season. Hmmm, I just can’t wait for the twists and turns of this season. Who will make it to the Finish Line?

Nickname: Princess

Status: In House

Real Name: Princess Lieza Manzon

Origin: Tokyo, Japan

Age: 22

Birthdate: January 15, 1987

Nationality: Filipino

Occupation: Receptionist and Language Instructor

Civil Status: Single

Religion: Catholic

Hobbies: watching movies, KTV with friends

Favorite Color: turquoise, purple, green

Favorite Food: sinigang, adobo, pansit, lumpia

Favorite Show: Will & Grace

Favorite Actor:

Favorite Actress:

Favorite Singer: Alicia Keys, Coldplay, Gary Valenciano

Princess was raised by her grandparents because her mother was busy working in Japan. After high school, she left the Philippines to be with her mom in Japan. But there she discovered her mother’s dark secret. She was greatly devastated so she decided to live on her own in the Land of the Rising Sun. Princess worked as a restaurant receptionist and as a language translator and interpreter. She fell in love with a man who later broke her heart.

What would you consider your greatest accomplishment so far?

Being able to survive in any place that I’ve been in.

What/who will you miss the most upon entering Kuya’s house?

Being a free-spirited person I will definitely miss the freedom in the outside world.

Do you think you’ll get along well with the other housemates? Why?

I hope so. I’m a good listener naman.

What would irritate/annoy you inside the house?

I don’t like rules. Maybe PBB will be the biggest challenge for me. I’ll get along with the housemates but not Kuya. Haha.

Nickname: Tom

Status: In House

Real Name: Bartolome Alberto Mott

Origin: Arizona, USA

Age: 22

Birthdate: October 1, 1987

Nationality: Filipino-American

Occupation: Graphic Artist

Civil Status: Single

Religion: Catholic

Hobbies: driving, boxing, martial arts

Favorite Color: blue, brown

Favorite Food: tinolang manok, or whatever my mom cooks<

Favorite Show: Burn Notice

Favorite Actor: John Lloyd Cruz

Favorite Actress: Maja Salvador

Favorite Singer: John Mayer

He may have the face and the body of a model, but to people in his hometown, he is often called by many names like ‘Hilaw na Kano’ or ‘Bangaw Bangaw’ which is a term of a filthy kid. Tom would frequently get into fight with these people.

Life became more challenging when he migrated to the US to be with his family. He struggled with speaking in English and had a difficulty communicating with people around him. Tom finished college with a degree in Digital Animation, but still he couldn’t get a job in this field. He flew to Hongkong to pursue his passion, but instead he found romance which was unfortunately short lived.

What would you consider your greatest accomplishment so far?

Becoming a housemate.

What/who will you miss the most upon entering Kuya’s house?

My four-year-old nephew and one-year-old niece.

If you can be a celebrity for a day, who would you be and why?

Brad Pitt because he’s awesome.

Do you think you’ll get along well with the other housemates? Why?

I guess. ‘Di naman ako palaaway eh.

What would irritate/annoy you inside the house?

Mataas naman ang tolerance ko sa mga tao. But probably ‘yung mga taong walang respeto at may masamang intention.

Nickname: Delio

Status: In House

Real Name: Delio Dimaculangan

Origin: Batangas

Age: 26

Birthdate: January 16 1983

Nationality: Filipino

Occupation: Cook

Civil Status: Single

Religion: Catholic

Hobbies: basketball, billiards

Favorite Color: white, violet

Favorite Food: egg

Favorite Show: Fernando Poe Jr. movies

Favorite Actor: Fernando Poe Jr.

Favorite Actress:

Favorite Singer: Gary Valenciano

Delio grew up in a poor family in Batangas. His drunkard father would often beat his mother. Delio worked at a young age to help his family, selling balut, kaimito, mango, and fruit juice. Sadly he was unable to finish his studies.

The greatest challenge he faced was when he got his girlfriend, the daughter of his boss, pregnant. Their relationship was against all odds, and his boss forbade him from seeing his girlfriend and child. It was only two years after when he first saw his child. From then on he promised to work hard to provide for his new family.

What would you consider your greatest accomplishment so far?

Makapunta sa Singapore.

What/who will you miss the most upon entering Kuya’s house?

Ang aking asawa at anak.

If you can be a celebrity for a day, who would you be and why?

Siguro someone funny, maybe si Rene Requiestas. Kaso patay na siya.

Do you think you’ll get along well with the other housemates? Why?

Oo naman! Magaling ako makisama.

What would irritate/annoy you inside the house?

Hindi naman ako madaling mapikon. At alam ko rin na maayos naman akong tao so siguro naman walang maaasar sa akin.

Nickname: Paul Jake

Status: In House

Real Name: Paul Jake Castillo

Origin: Cebu

Age: 24

Birthdate: December 22, 1984

Nationality: Filipino-American

Occupation: Businessman

Civil Status: Single

Religion: Catholic

Hobbies: drag racing, air soft, flag football, online games

Favorite Color:

Favorite Food: Japanese and Filipino food

Favorite Show: action series

Favorite Actor: Denzel Washington, Anthony Hopkins, Brad Pitt

Favorite Actress: Kate Beckinsale

Favorite Singer:

Paul Jake belongs to a wealthy family and since childhood he lived a comfortable life. But his parents also taught him all the right values. Paul also doesn’t mind enjoying the simple things in life with his friends. He mingles with employees of their company as if he is not the heir to the family empire. However, not wanting to rely solely on his family, he put up his own business which eventually became successful. Paul earned enough money to study abroad.

What would you consider your greatest accomplishment so far?

To be here in PBB. I never expected I would be chosen.

What/who will you miss the most upon entering Kuya’s house?

My family, friends, girlfriend, car.

If you can be a celebrity for a day, who would you be and why?

Brad Pitt. He’s a good actor.

Do you think you’ll get along well with the other housemates? Why?

I get along with almost everyone.

What would irritate/annoy you inside the house?

People with no manners.

Nickname: Jason

Status: In House

Real Name: Jason Veron Francisco

Origin: Oriental Mindoro

Age: 21

Birthdate: Oct 11, 1987

Nationality: Filipino

Occupation:

Civil Status: Single

Religion: Catholic

Hobbies: sleeping and watching TV

Favorite Color: white

Favorite Food: kahit ano basta hindi amoy malansa

Favorite Show: cartoons, Maxx channe

Favorite Actor: Robin Padilla

Favorite Actress: Maja Salvador

Favorite Singer: Bamboo

He stands like Binoe, talks like Binoe, acts like Binoe. Jason, or known to his friends as SAPAK, did not intend to mimic Robin Padilla. But growing up without a father figure forced him to act tough. Jason became infamous in their province for being a frequent face in street brawls. This young dude will never turn his back on any fight. Jason knows to find ways so he can get want he wants.

What would you consider your greatest accomplishment so far?

Ang maging housemate sa PBB.

What/who will you miss the most upon entering Kuya’s house?

Ang lola ko, nanay, kapatid, at ‘yung aso ko.

If you can be a celebrity for a day, who would you be and why?

Robin Padilla, syempre! Idol ko yun.

Do you think you’ll get along well with the other housemates? Why?

Sana naman. Mas magandang may makasundo kaysa makaaway.

What would irritate/annoy you inside the house?

‘Yung mga taong masyadong maarte, maingay, at walang kwenta ang sinasabi.

Nickname: Inday

Status: In House

Real Name: Melisa Cantiveros

Origin: General Santos City

Age: 21

Birthdate: April 6, 1988

Nationality: Filipino

Occupation: Student

Civil Status: Single

Religion: Catholic

Hobbies: dancing, badminton

Favorite Color: violet

Favorite Food: lechon, lalo na ‘yung balat

Favorite Show: Wowowee, Lovers in Paris

Favorite Actor: Ryan Agoncillo

Favorite Actress: Judy Ann Santos

Favorite Singer: Sarah Geronimo

As a child, Melisa would often be teased by people as an adopted child because she looks different from her siblings. But she would just laugh off whatever others would say. At a young age Melisa already had a good sense of humor. She was the center of attention among her friends, and she won as president of the student council because of her popularity in their university. Whatever she lacks in looks, she makes up with her witty punch lines.

What would you consider your greatest accomplishment so far?

Itong pagkakasali ko sa PBB. Hindi ko ito ine-expect kaya hanggang ngayon hindi ako makapaniwala.

What/who will you miss the most upon entering Kuya’s house?

My family, friends, ‘yung boyfriend ko, at ‘yung kama ko.

If you can be a celebrity for a day, who would you be and why?

Si Kristine Hermosa

Do you think you’ll get along well with the other housemates? Why?

Susubukan ko talagang makibagay sa kanila.

What would irritate/annoy you inside the house?

‘Yung mga moody na tao. Ayoko rin na ginugulo ‘yung buhok ko.

Nickname: Yuri

Status: In House

Real Name: Yuri Okawa

Origin: Philippines

Age: 25

Birthdate: October 17, 1983

Nationality: Filipino-Japanese

Occupation: Nursing student

Civil Status: Single

Religion: Catholic

Hobbies: reading, writing poems

Favorite Color: pink, blue

Favorite Food: Japanese and Brazilian food

Favorite Show: The Buzz, SNN

Favorite Actor: Brad Pitt

Favorite Actress: Kris Aquino, Anne Curtis

Favorite Singer: Rihanna, Mariah Carey, Beyonce

Yuri spent most of her life in Japan. She is fluent in five languages namely English, Nihonggo, Spanish, Portuguese, and Filipino. Growing up in Japan was tough for Yuri. Her mother married a Japanese, and this prevented her from seeing her father. Yuri was devastated when her father passed away a few years ago. The tragedy pushed her into a life of parties and vices. She fell in love with a Portuguese man, but their relationship was short lived. Yuri later found love with a Brazilian guy.

What would you consider your greatest accomplishment so far?

Ang mapag-aral ang sarili ko.

What/who will you miss the most upon entering Kuya’s house?

My parents, boyfriend, and my cellphone.

If you can be a celebrity for a day, who would you be and why?

Angelina Jolie. Sexy kasi niya eh.

Do you think you’ll get along well with the other housemates? Why?

Sa akin naman walang problema. Kaya kong makisama.

What would irritate/annoy you inside the house?

Ayoko ng mayabang, sinungaling, at plastic.

Nickname: Carol

Status: In House

Real Name: Carolyn Lim Batay

Origin: Tondo, Manila

Age: 22

Birthdate: May 18, 1987

Nationality: Filipino

Occupation: Teacher

Civil Status: Single

Religion: Born Again Christian

Hobbies: reading books, watching Discovery Channel

Favorite Color: light blue

Favorite Food: crab and corn soup made by my yaya

Favorite Show: news

Favorite Actor: John Lloyd Cruz

Favorite Actress:

Favorite Singer: Erik Santos, Phil Collins

Carolyn was raised in a traditional Chinese family. Being taught the importance of house rules, Carolyn led a conformist way of life. She strived hard to please her family by graduating with honors and topping the board exam, but she failed in both. Carolyn knows that there are so many things in life that are worth exploring, but she is too afraid that this will be against her family’s will.

What would you consider your greatest accomplishment so far?

Proud ako na napalaki ako nang mabuti. I’ve also learned that life is not just all about me.

What/who will you miss the most upon entering Kuya’s house?

I will miss my family, friends, students, stress from work, and studying.

If you can be a celebrity for a day, who would you be and why?

I want to be Korina Sanchez because she’s very smart.

Do you think you’ll get along well with the other housemates? Why?

It depends also with the housemates. Sana kapareho ko sila ng traits like caring, thoughtful, forgiving, para magkasundo kami lahat.

What would irritate/annoy you inside the house?

Those narrow-minded people who would judge you easily.

Nickname: Marielle

Status: In House

Real Name: Marielle Sorino

Origin: Davao City

Age: 21

Birthdate: November 29, 1988

Nationality: Filipino

Occupation: Housewife

Civil Status: Single

Religion:

Hobbies: hanging out with friends

Favorite Color: pink

Favorite Food: any pork dish

Favorite Show: The Daily 10

Favorite Actor: Hugh Jackman

Favorite Actress: Megan Fox

Favorite Singer: Akon

Mariel grew up in Davao. Her parents separated when she was four, and her mother got married again to a Fil-Chinese businessman. Mariel’s mother founded an orphanage which she is now managing.

When she was young, Mariel was a very wild girl. She fell in love with a man, and she later got pregnant. At first she didn’t want the child. It was only months after when she finally embraced motherhood. Mariel used her child as her impersonation to lead a better life.

What would you consider your greatest accomplishment so far?

Finishing school, becoming a housemate.

What/who will you miss the most upon entering Kuya’s house?

My baby and my friends.

If you can be a celebrity for a day, who would you be and why?

Megan Fox. Hot icon kasi siya ngayon.

Do you think you’ll get along well with the other housemates? Why?

I hope so because flexible naman akong tao.

What would irritate/annoy you inside the house?

‘Yung mga pakialamera at chismosa.

Nickname: Yhel

Status: In House

Real Name: Mirielle Punzalan

Origin: Angeles City, Pampanga

Age: 26

Birthdate: September 8, 1983

Nationality: Filipino

Occupation: Mother

Civil Status: Widowed

Religion: Born Again Christian

Hobbies: watching DVD, listening to music

Favorite Color: black, brown, dark

Favorite Food: pasta, pizza, burger

Favorite Show: PBB, Wowowee

Favorite Actor: John Lloyd Cruz, Jericho Rosales, Piolo Pascual, Brad Pitt

Favorite Actress: Bea Alonzo, Anne Curtis, Maja Salvador

Favorite Singer: ASAP Sessionistas, Beyonce, Pink, Fergie

Like Erich Gonzales in the teleserye Katorse, Mirielle or Yhel got pregnant at a young age of 14. But the biggest tragedy happened when she was 20 when her husband was killed by a gang. From then on she had been trying her best to live a normal life and provide for her child two children.

Being a mother in her teens, Yhel missed out a lot in life. She was unable to finish her studies, and now she is struggling to raise her eldest son who is a special child.

What would you consider your greatest accomplishment so far?

‘Yung pagsisikap kong mapalaki nang maayos ‘yung mga anak ko.

What/who will you miss the most upon entering Kuya’s house?

My kids, family, ‘yung family ng husband ko.

If you can be a celebrity for a day, who would you be and why?

Angelina Jolie. She’s boyish yet sexy. And yung lips niya, perfect.

Do you think you’ll get along well with the other housemates? Why?

I will try my best na makasundo silang lahat.

What would irritate/annoy you inside the house?

Hindi naman talaga ako madaling mainis.

Nickname: Toffi

Status: In House

Real Name: Oliver Steffan Santos

Origin: Rizal

Age: 19

Birthdate: September 21, 1989

Nationality: Filipino

Occupation: Student

Civil Status: Single

Religion: Catholic

Hobbies: playing basketball

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Other than sharing the same birth dates, surname and looks, twin brothers Kenny and Toffi share the same interests. Both brothers are studying at Informatics Eastwood and both are varsity scholars. They also share a cell phone number, an e-mail address and they liked the same girl. They’ve been a double up duo since their conception. For fun, they would often switch identities and try to confuse their own mom.

Toffi is slightly taller than his brother. He is currently dating the one woman that he and his twin brother fell in love with.

Kenny on the other hand, nearly died from a severe case of dengue a few years back. He is also afraid of deep water as he nearly drowned several times when he was younger.

Will the other housemates spot the differences between Toffi and Kenny? Will the Toffi, the Basket-bolero ng Rizal and Kenny, the Joker Jock ng Rizal finally find their individuality inside Kuya’s house through his tasks and challenges?

Nickname: Kenny

Status: In House

Real Name: Oliver Kenneth Santos

Origin: Rizal

Age: 19

Birthdate: September 21, 1989

Nationality: Filipino

Occupation: Student

Civil Status: Single

Religion: Catholic

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Toffi is slightly taller than his brother. He is currently dating the one woman that he and his twin brother fell in love with.

Kenny on the other hand, nearly died from a severe case of dengue a few years back. He is also afraid of deep water as he nearly drowned several times when he was younger.

Nickname: JP

Status: In House

Real Name: John Paul Lagumbay

Origin: Quezon City

Age: 29

Birthdate: April 22, 1980

Nationality: Filipino

Occupation: Flight Attendant

Civil Status: Married

Religion: Catholic

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JP works as a flight attendant, and traveling in different countries is the perk that he loves the most about his job. But for this faithful husband and loving father of two, being far from home is the most depressing experience. Nevertheless, all that he keeps in minds whenever he’s aboard a plane is the fact that he is doing his best to be a good provider to his family. Aside from his wife and kids, the person he considers closest to him is his twin brother, JM.

Nickname: JM

Status: In House

Real Name: John Michael Lagumbay

Origin: Quezon City

Age: 29

Birthdate: April 22, 1980

Nationality: Filipino

Occupation:

Civil Status: Married

Religion: Catholic

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JM considers his twin brother his best friend. But even though they look very much alike, they also have their differences. He and his brother are already married with kids. JM handles fatherhood more traditionally unlike his brother. His loveable character makes him very popular among the ladies. JM once had an affair with another woman, and this almost tore his family apart. But this guy had learned his lessons and is now determined to be the best husband and father he can be.

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