Brent Manalo, Mika Salamanca: ‘PBB: Celebrity Collab’ big winners
'Gusto ko lang po sabihin, basta puso ang panlaban, anything is possible. God is good. Thank you po.'
THIS edition's big winners: Brent Manalo and Mika Salamanca, fondly known by fans as 'BreKa.'
'PINOY Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition' Big 4 Duos at 'The Big Night.'
In a night filled with emotion, confetti and nationwide cheers, Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition crowned its very first tandem winners — Brent Manalo and Mika Salamanca, fondly known by fans as BreKa. The dynamic duo made history on Saturday, 5 July, as they emerged victorious with 33.09 percent of the total votes, marking a milestone for the Kapamilya-Kapuso collaborative season.
The season — lauded for bridging networks and celebrity circles — ended on a high note, with BreKa delivering heartfelt speeches that moved the audience and their fellow housemates to tears.
“Gusto ko lang po sabihin, basta puso ang panlaban, anything is possible. God is good. Thank you po (I just want to say, as long as you have the heart to fight, anything is possible. God is good. Thank you),” said Brent Manalo.
“Sa totoo lang po, hindi ko alam ang sasabihin kasi hindi po sapat ’yung salitang ‘masaya,’ ‘mahal ko kayo,’ at ‘salamat po.’ Kasi hindi po ’yun mae-explain ang nararamdaman ko ngayon (Honestly, I don't know what to say because the words 'happy,' 'I love you,' and 'thank you' aren't enough. Because those words can't explain how I feel right now),” Mika Salamanca said.
The tandem’s win was not just a personal triumph — it symbolized the power of collaboration, authenticity, and emotional connection in an increasingly competitive reality TV landscape. Their journey, marked by resilience, teamwork, and quiet leadership, resonated with fans across the country.
Manalo, an actor and model known for his quiet charm and grounded personality, brought a steady presence inside Bahay ni Kuya. Meanwhile, Salamanca, a social media powerhouse and YouTube darling, impressed audiences with her growth, vulnerability, and sincere efforts to connect.
The finale also marked an exciting reveal for fans: long-time host Bianca Gonzales confirmed that another edition of the Celebrity Collab format is already in development. With the success of BreKa and the electric chemistry among housemates this season, it’s clear that this new chapter of PBB has only just begun.