A Guide to the Housemates of Pinoy Big Brother Collab 3.0

The newest season of Pinoy Big Brother is finally here, and with it comes many big changes for the third season of the Collab edition. For starters, “Bahay ni Kuya” has changed, as the series relocated to the 6th floor of the ELJ Communications Center as the location of the new house. Also, the season has a new host: joining Bianca Gonzalez, Robi Domingo, Gabbi Garcia, Melai Cantiveros, Enchong Dee, and Alexa Ilacad is actor and former PBB housemate Michael Sager.

And with a new season comes a new batch of Kapamilya and Kapuso housemates as the show brought together an eclectic mix of individuals from various backgrounds and occupations. From viral content creators, established personalities, and even a former K-pop idol, it seems that there’s someone for everyone in the new season. So, with the coming months set to feature a new group of names taking over the trending list, get to know more about the housemates of PBB Collab 3.0.

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Kapamilya Housemates

Robbie Jaworski – Dedicated Son ng Pasig

Fresh-faced young actor Robbie Jaworski comes from an influential family steeped in entertainment, sports, and politics as the son of Mikee Cojuangco and Robert Jaworski Jr. Yet, he’s made it clear that he’s not taking the easy way to the top as he hones his skills as an actor and a host. Already, the young talent has been building his resume with appearances in The Alibi, Meet, Greet & Bye, and The Loyalty Game, and was one of the hosts of Y Speak 2.0. Now, Jaqorski marks his next chapter as a PBB housemate.

Nathan Garcia – Hustling Swag Stunner ng Cebu

This Star Magic talent hails from Cebu and is known for his edgy sense of street style. He dabbled in modeling and content creation before being scouted by a talent manager, which opened the door for him in the entertainment industry, particularly in acting and music. These days, viewers can get to know him more as a Pinoy Big Brother housemate.

Cianne Dominguez – Madlang Babe ng Antipolo

Cianne Dominguez is an It’s Showtime baby through and through. She got her showbiz start when she won the Sexy Babe pageant segment, leading to an eventual hosting gig on the noontime variety show, along with other opportunities such as content creation, modeling, and music. Frequent viewers of It’s Showtime are no doubt familiar with Dominguez as one of the program’s regular hosts. She’s no stranger to an audience, and she’s showing a new side of herself on PBB.

Gehlee Dangca – Darling K-pop Idol ng Las Piñas

Among all the housemates on PBB Collab 3.0, Gehlee Dangca has arguably the most interesting background. The young performer competed on the Korean competition program Universe Ticket in 2024, where she made it to the end as part of the final lineup of the K-pop girl group UNIS. For two and a half years, Dangca was a Filipino K-pop idol. And while that era of her life is now over with UNIS’ disbandment in September 2026, she’s on to build her solo career, which includes releasing her debut solo single Closer before entering the competition.  

Shea Valerio – Miss Ma-Beauting Anak ng Rizal

Beauty and brains come together in Shea Valerio, who hails from Rizal. Academically, she’s an achiever with high grades, honors, and a dean’s list inclusion on her record. Professionally, Valerio, who describes herself as a “perfect daughter”, has dabbled in beauty pageants and even holds the title of Binibining Rizal 2025 Tourism. This young beauty queen is now set on conquering the biggest competition of her life while also developing her independence.  

Calix Esguerra – Rampanalong Apo ng Pampanga

Calix Esguerra may be young, but he’s already been building a reputation in the local pageant scene. He has a national title to his name as he was crowned Mister Teen of the Universe Philippines 2025. Aside from pageants, Esguerra has also walked the runway for a handful of major local brands. Now, he trades his sash for a lapel mic as a housemate on PBB Collab 3.0.

Jeo Ong – Adventure Boy-Next-Door ng Palawan

This season of PBB features a lot of online personalities and celebrities with existing fanbases. One such housemate is Jeo Ong. This popular Gen Z content creatorContent CreatorA content creator is someone who produces original digital media — videos, photos, or written posts — across platforms, often building a distinct personal brand around a specific niche orGo to Content Creator Glossary from Palawan has millions of followers online, with 3.9 million on TikTok alone. As the son of vlogger Geo Ong, the younger Ong is no stranger to the spotlight, but 2026 has been a particularly eventful year for him. He had a much-talked-about appearance in Esnyr’s most recent high school episode on YouTube, and he also graduated from senior high school in June 2026. With his PBB run, you’ll be hearing a lot more of Ong in the coming months.

Primo Alterado – Kwelang Creator ng Taguig

So far, Primo Alterado has proven to be one of the more outgoing and fun housemates this season, and that’s for good reason. Prior to joining the show, Alterado was best known as a content creatorContent CreatorA content creator is someone who produces original digital media — videos, photos, or written posts — across platforms, often building a distinct personal brand around a specific niche orGo to Content Creator Glossary whose comedic videos and vlogs not only earned him an audience, but also showcased his ease in front of a camera.

Kapuso Housemates

Anthony Constantino – Total Dream Heartthrob ng USA

One of Filipino Gen Z’s most notable models, Anthony Constantino was already making a name for himself as a rising personality through his modeling work and appearances on Esnyr’s high school skits. But after his courtship of Shuvee Etrata was made public following Etrata’s participation in the first season of PBB Collab, Constantino became the country’s favorite TDH: tall, dark, and handsome. It’s no surprise then that the Sparkle artist is now up next as a PBB housemate and he shows more of himself beyond the headlines.

Mikee Quintos – Independent Archi-Tista ng Manila

In a season filled with young personalities and rising names, Mikee Quintos is one of the season’s more established faces. Having been an actress for over a decade, Quintos has appeared in a slew of GMA teleseryes, but is best known for her role in Encantadia as Lira. In between her showbiz career, Quintos has also focused her time on her studies, which culminated in graduating with an architecture degree in 2025 from UST.

Raheel Bhyria – Brusko Boksingero ng Las Piñas

Part of Sparkle’s roster of young actors, Raheel Bhyria has been slowly building his resume in the network with roles in programs like Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko: Carol Parol and Luv Is: Caught in His Arms. He also had a supporting role in Kip Oebanda’s Balota, where he shared scenes with Will Ashley, who would go on to be part of the inaugural season of PBB Collab. Outside of acting, Bhyria is also a boxer, which he put to good use in the GMA series Kamao.  

Winwyn Marquez – Reyna Mama ng Parañaque

To many pageant fans, Winwyn Marquez is a familiar face. She is, after all, Reina Hispanoamericana 2017, becoming the first Filipina ever to win the title. But after conquering the pageant stage, the big and small screen, and life as a mother, Marquez is on to her next adventure as a PBB housemate. With years of experience under her belt, she brings a kind of motherly wisdom you can’t find in the other contestants.

Ethan Benares – Sporty Palangga ng Bacolod

2026 has been quite the year for this Gen Z personality. The BS Psychology student at the University of St. La Salle Bacolod began his showbiz career as part of the second batch of the Sparkle Campus Cutie competition. While he didn’t win the competition, it seems that bigger opportunities were awaiting him now that he’s in PBB. With his boyish charms, competitive spirit, and inclination towards sports, Benares hopes to make it far in the competition.

Lans Nagal – Vetmed Content Creator ng Cavite

Unless you’ve been purposefully chronically offline, chances are you’ve at least heard of Lans Nagal or seen one of her videos on your feed. She is one of 2026’s breakout content creators as her education videos related to science, animals, and nature exploded in popularity. In less than a year, she’s built an audience in the millions with 7.6 million followers on Facebook and 2.9 million on TikTok. The Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) student and educational content creator might be an unexpected name for a PBB housemate, but Lans is one to watch.

Nicole Fortuna – Pretty Dependable Ate ng Bohol

Since its inception, Pinoy Big Brother has been known for spotlighting mixed-race Filipino housemates in their effort to get closer to their heritage. Nicole Fortuna is this season’s best example of that. Born and raised in England, the Filipino-British content creatorContent CreatorA content creator is someone who produces original digital media — videos, photos, or written posts — across platforms, often building a distinct personal brand around a specific niche orGo to Content Creator Glossary and model moved to Bohol with her family. The content creator has built a following online, especially on TikTok, as she shares her island life and, in particular, adjusting as a Fil-Brit to a country and culture she hopes to get closer to.    

Bela Arcal – Overseas Factory Senpai ng Cavite

Unlike many of her fellow housemates, Bela Arcal didn’t find showbiz at an early age. Instead, she worked her way from the ground up, working as a mall sales clerk in the Philippines and eventually as an OFW in Japan as a factory worker. Now, through her perseverance and determination, Arcal has made it on PBB with a story to tell.

Featured Image: GEHLEE DANGCA (via X)

Photos: ROBBIE JAWORSKI (via Instagram), NATHAN GARCIA (via Instagram), CARELL GARCIA (via Instagram), GEHLEE DANGCA (via Instagram), SHEA VALERIO (via Instagram), CALIX ESGUERRA (via Instagram), JEO ONG (via Instagram), PRIMO ALTERADO (via Instagram), ANTHONY CONSTANTINO (via Instagram), MIKEE QUINTOS (via Instagram), RAHEEL BHYRIA (via Instagram), JASON DELOS REYES (via Instagram), ETHAN BENARES (via Instagram), LANS (via Instagram), NICOLE FORTUNA (via Instagram), GMA (via Website)

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Before this role, he spent five years in the youth-oriented magazine NYLON Manila, where he served multiple positions, including Deputy Editor, and created stories, profiles, and content on digital and print geared towards a Gen Z audience. In 2025, he was awarded Jr. Deputy Editor of the Year.

With years of experience in digital media, Rafael has an interest and passion for writing about movies, shows, pop culture, and entertainment, with a particular emphasis on titles, trends, and personalities who are making waves in modern culture or are on the cusp of becoming the next big thing people will talk about.

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