MANILA, Philippines — The newest batch of housemates for Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition 3.0 was officially unveiled on October 24, bringing together Kapuso and Kapamilya personalities, content creators, and aspiring housemates for a new season of the reality television franchise.
The third installment of the celebrity collaboration edition premiered with 16 housemates entering the revamped Bahay ni Kuya, continuing the partnership between GMA Network and ABS-CBN Studios. This season combines celebrities invited to audition with individuals who participated in online auditions, giving contestants from different backgrounds an opportunity to share their stories and experiences inside the house.
The new lineup is evenly divided between eight Kapuso and eight Kapamilya housemates, with each bringing a distinct personality, background, and set of experiences to the competition.
Meet the official housemates
Kapuso housemates
- Anthony Constantino — Ang Total Dream Heartthrob ng USA
- Bela Arcal — Ang Overseas Factory Senpai ng Cavite
- Ethan Benares — Ang Sporty Palangga ng Bacolod
- Lans Nagal — Ang VetMed Content Creator ng Cavite
- Mikee Quintos — Ang Independent Archi-tista ng Manila
- Nicole Fortuna — Ang Pretty Dependable Ate ng Bohol
- Raheel Bhyria — Ang Brusko Boksingero ng Las Piñas
- Winwyn Marquez — Ang Reyna Mama ng Parañaque
Kapamilya housemates
- Calix Esguerra — Ang Rampanalong Apo ng Pampanga
- Cianne Dominguez — Ang Madlang Babe ng Antipolo
- Gehlee Dangca (Gehlee) — Ang Darling K-Pop Idol ng Las Piñas
- Jeo Ong — Ang Adventure Boy-Next-Door ng Palawan
- Nathan Garcia — Ang Hustling Swag Stunner ng Cebu
- Primo Alterado — Ang Kwelang Creator ng Taguig
- Robbie Jaworski — Ang Dedicated Son ng Pasig
- Shea Valerio — Ang Miss Ma-Beauting Anak ng Rizal
The roster was announced by the show’s producers and reported by GMA Network, ABS-CBN News, and other Philippine news outlets.
A new chapter for the reality show
The season’s premiere also introduced the redesigned Bahay ni Kuya and featured a musical performance of “Pinoy Ako” by Carmelle Collado, Heath Jornales, and Will Ashley. Previous edition winners Caprice Cayetano and Lella Ford also joined the opening production number.
The show’s hosting lineup includes Bianca Gonzalez, Robi Domingo, Melai Cantiveros, Enchong Dee, Alexa Ilacad, and Gabbi Garcia, with Kapuso artist Michael Sager joining the Pamilya ni Kuya.
However, the initial 16 housemates may not be the season’s final lineup. In a report published on October 26, ABS-CBN News announced that additional housemates are expected to enter the competition in the coming weeks, suggesting that more surprises await viewers.
With its mix of established personalities, digital creators, and aspiring contestants, PBB Collab 3.0 aims to bring fresh stories and new dynamics into the iconic reality show as the housemates begin their journey under Big Brother’s watch.