Kitkat (comedian)
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Soraya Ray L. Bañas (born September 23, 1985), known professionally as Kitkat, is a singer, comedian, TV host, and actress in the Philippines.<ref name=birthday>Template:Cite news</ref> She is known as "The Stolen Diva" and is managed by Star Magic. Kitkat performs as a stand-up singer and comedian at The Punchline,<ref name=birthday/> Laffline, and Metro Comedy Bar. Her first solo concert took place in January 2009 at Metro Bar. She often portrays sidekick roles in television series and movies. Additionally, she has appeared on the game show The Singing Bee.<ref>Template:Cite news</ref>
Early life
Kitkat was born on September 23, 1987,<ref name=birthday/> in Manila, Philippines. At seven years old, she was a grand finalist in a children's beauty contest on GMA 7's Lunch Date and was named the 5-week champion of Tanghalan ng Kampeon, hosted by Pilita Corrales and Bert Tawa Marcelo. She was also featured on the children's show Yan ang Bata during her childhood. Kitkat participated in amateur singing contests across various cities and on television while still a child. During her college years, she worked as a back-up singer and band member with Willie Revillame. She later became a singer and stand-up comedian at Punchline, Laffline, and Metro Bar, and acted in the afternoon teleserye Maid in Heaven. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies from the College of the Holy Spirit, graduating in 2004.<ref>Template:Cite news</ref>
Following the shutdown of ABS-CBN on May 5, 2020, due to the network's failure to secure a franchise renewal, Kitkat became a host on Net 25's noontime show Happy Time. She joined the daily noontime variety program in September 2020 and co-hosted until February 2021, alongside veteran comedians and former Eat Bulaga! hosts Anjo Yllana and Janno Gibbs.
Filmography
Television
Film
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Zsazsa Zaturnnah: ZE Moveeh | Nora A. |
| 2007 | My Kuya's Wedding | Jopay |
| 2008 | Supahpapalicious | Dyosa |
| My Only Ü | Sheryll | |
| 2010 | Babe, I Love You | Agnes |
| 2011 | No Other Woman | Mimi |
| 2013 | Tuhog | Rochelle |
| 2015 | Ex with Benefits | Genelyn |
| 2016 | The Third Party | Patient |
| 2017 | Extra Service | Beverly |
| Meant to Beh | LV |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Result |
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| 2006 | 33rd Metro Manila Film Festival | Best Supporting Actress | Template:Nom |
| 2016 | Aliw Awards | Best Actress in a featured role | Template:Win |
| Best Stand-up Comedian | Template:Nom | ||
| Best Crossover Performer | Template:Nom | ||
| 2017 | Best Stand-up Comedian | Template:Nom | |
| 2019 | Template:Nom | ||
| 2020 | Gawad Amerika | Most outstanding comedian actress | Template:Win |
| Best Noontime Show Host | Template:Win | ||
| 2021 | Quezon City Hall and Eastwood Exhibit | Iconic Women of Quezon City | Template:Win |
| Laguna Excellence Awards | Most Outstanding Female TV Host of the Year | Template:Win |
References
External links
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- 1987 births
- Living people
- Filipino film actresses
- Filipino Internet celebrities
- Filipino television actresses
- Filipino radio personalities
- Filipino women comedians
- Actresses from Manila
- Star Magic
- ABS-CBN people
- TV5 Network people
- GMA Network (company) people
- Filipino television variety show hosts
- Comedians from Manila
- Pseudonymous actors
- Pseudonymous comedians
- Pseudonymous television presenters