The Pinoy Big Brother (PBB)-Otso episodes were packed with a lot of events. Last week, it showcased the first nomination night, first eviction and the first Star Dreamer who was voted in by the public to become a new housemate.
When Criza left Camp Star Hunt, a new teenager was introduced: Kurt Gerona, an 18-year-old half-Spanish, half-Filipino lad from Bohol.
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| Kurt Gerona, an 18-year-old half-Spanish, half-Filipino lad from Bohol, enters PBB-Otso. Photo courtesy: The Art Nouveau |
Kurt, who earns the moniker, “Pilyo Gwapito ng Bohol,” is now in Camp Star Hunt and will compete with seven other Star Dreamers to become an official teen housemate.
“It was really unexpected. I auditioned for Starhunt then I got a VTR two days after. I had surpassed the 5th levels of auditions,” he told VRS before he went to Bahay ni Kuya.
He was told by the show producers for another level of procedures and interviews again.
“It wasn’t in my mind because who have thought I would have this chance,” he said.
He said he was unprepared when the show producers called him during his birthday. (He turned 18 last Nov. 19. He described himself as "Sweet 18!”)
“I was a bit nervous but still eager to face everything there. I underwent lots of examinations, panel interviews and photo shoots,” Kurt said.
Kurt , who hails from Dauis town, is a Grade 12 student at Holy Name University. He was Mr. HNU Intramurals 2017 and 4th runner-up in Alturas Campus Icon 2017. He loves taekwando and online games.
It was Khim (Roger Ryan Laway Magtagad in real life) who discovered him. His classmates- The Art Nouveau (TAN) models Danica Mahumot, Dianne Ingles and Kyla Recio- persuaded him to join the talent agency. His mother Maria Fe Bolotaulo approved his decision.
“I was approached if I was interested to be part of TAN. I gladly accepted it because I want to explore myself,” said Kurt who considered Khim as his guardian.
Khim also persuaded him to audition for ABSCBN’s Starhaunt.
Kurt said he was surprised for the “Pilyo Guwapito” tag.
“I was surprised sa tag name "Pilyo Gwapito Ng Bohol" because in real life sa tinuod ka pagkatawo tahimik ko at mapagmahal. Pero sabi nila they based it daw sa physical appearance ko kaya okey na rin,” he said.
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| Kurt Gerona (2nd row, left) with manager Khim (center) and fellow TAN models. Photo courtesy: The Art Nouveau |
He added, “Guwapo for me is not only the physical features of the man. It will also best to say that guwapo ka if you have a good heart. And you know how to deal with others.”
He confessed that he is a “mama’s boy.”
Khim said Kurt like other TAN “is good, kind and generous.”
“He is a silent type person,” said Khim. “I love his style and fashion taste.”
What is his ultimate dream?
“If given the chance I want to be an actor. Maging member ng HASHTAGs. It’s my dream that’s why I joined Starhunt,” he said.
Will it be easy for Kurt to get along with his fellow Star Dreamers? Let’s find out by not missing an episode of PBB Otso, weeknights after Halik on Primetime Bida and weekends at 7:30 pm.
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