In the ever-evolving entertainment industry, new names and fresh faces are constantly arriving on the scene. But there are those who break through the noise to get your attention as a potential rising star in the making. Such is the case with Caprice Cayetano.
The Sparkle artist and Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0 housemate entered the reality show as “Ang Demure Daughter Ng Quezon City”. True to her moniker, Caprice was known for her quiet and meek personality. But over time, the 17-year-old actress proved that being quiet isn’t a downside, as she was a capable and determined housemate who led with compassion and integrity.
Her heart shone, and she soon became a fan-favorite on the show and well-liked among the other housemates, as evidenced by how she was only nominated for eviction once. It’s all these and more that helped Caprice go all the way to the top as the Kapuso Big Winner of the season. And now, Caprice is entering a new and exciting chapter of her life and career with many new fans awaiting her next moves. And it doesn’t hurt that there’s also a growing fanbase for her unintentional love team with fellow housemate Heath Jornales. Get to know more of the Gen Z actress and Big Winner below.
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Her Screen Debut Came When She Was Just Five Years Old
What were you doing when you were five years old? For Caprice Cayetano, she was already working with Jun Robles Lana. Her first screen role was a small appearance in the director’s critically acclaimed drama Barber’s Tales in 2013, starring Eugene Domingo. In it, Caprice played one of Susan’s children, portrayed by Gladys Reyes. It was a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it appearance, but years later, Caprice and Gladys Reyes would work together again on the series Cruz vs. Cruz. There, they played mother and daughter once more, which is why the two shared a sweet moment together when the veteran actress was a houseguest during the season.
She Was a Child Star
Caprice is receiving the most attention she’s ever had in her career these days, but she’s also no stranger to the spotlight. She got her start as a child star, attending workshops, booking commercials, and landing roles as early as five years old. She grew up in showbiz, though it’s clear the industry hasn’t changed who Caprice is.
Her Filmography Includes Many Kapuso Shows
For long-time fans of GMA Network, Caprice Cayetano is a familiar face, or at least, they’ve seen her before on TV, even without realizing it’s her. Her resume lists many Kapuso teleseryes and dramas, beginning with the 2017 series Kambal, Karibal, where she played the younger version of Criselda in a well-received performance. If a series needed a child actor in the late 2010s, Caprice was likely on the call sheet, as she appeared in other projects such as Mulawin vs. Ravena, Hindi Ko Kayang Iwan Ka, Asawa Ko, Karibal Ko, and Prima Donnas. She put in the work for twelve years and established herself as an up-and-coming actress to watch for.
Her Father Is a Famous Chef in the Local Culinary Scene
Having a talented chef as a parent feels like a dream for many. But for Caprice, that’s her reality, as her dad is Chef Jorge Mendez, a famous figure in the local culinary scene. In case you didn’t know, Chef Jorge is the current Executive Chef and Creative Director of CIBO and the founder of Japanese restaurant Modan, a Michelin Selected restaurant in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide that recently went viral for the sweet gesture they did for a customer, and Some Thai, one of the 25 recipients of the 2026 Michelin Bib Gourmand Award. Talent and a kind heart run in the family. And if you’re wondering, yes, Caprice likes to cook as well.
She Made Her Acting Comeback in 2025
From 2017 to 2019, Caprice was booked and busy with back-to-back projects. But as she entered the 2020s, Caprice took a break from acting, sporadically taking roles during that time. It was in 2025 that Caprice re-emerged in showbiz, this time as a teenager. Her comeback role was as a kidnapped Filipino-Chinese teen in Lolong: Pangil ng Maynila. But her biggest role came playing Jessica Cruz in the afternoon drama series Cruz vs. Cruz. 2025 was also the same year Caprice joined PBB, and given her run on the show, it’s clear it was a breakthrough year for the young actress.
Feature Image and Photos: CAPRICE CAYETANO (via Instagram)
Frequently Asked Questions
Caprice Cayetano is a seventeen-year-old Filipino actress, Sparkle artist, and the crowned Kapuso Big Winner of the reality television series Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0.
Caprice Cayetano began acting at five years old, making her 2013 screen debut in director Jun Robles Lana’s critically acclaimed historical drama film titled Barber’s Tales.
Caprice Cayetano has starred in several GMA Network dramas, including Kambal Karibal, Mulawin vs. Ravena, Hindi Ko Kayang Iwan Ka, Prima Donnas, and afternoon series Cruz vs. Cruz.
Caprice Cayetano’s father is Chef Jorge Mendez, a prominent culinary figure who serves as Executive Chef of CIBO and founded the Michelin-selected Japanese restaurant Modan.
Caprice Cayetano made her official acting comeback as a teenager in 2025, securing notable television roles in Lolong: Pangil ng Maynila before entering the PBB house.
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