K Brosas
- GMA Artist Center (2000–2008)
- Cornerstone Entertainment (2014–present)
Maria Carmela Brosas (born July 15, 1975[2]), better known by her screen name 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.
Biography
Early life
Brosas 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
Brosas' 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
Film
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
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 |
References
- ^ 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
- [1]
- K Brosas on Twitter
- K Brosas at IMDb
- Website of K Brosas (WaPak!)