Mika Salamanca
Mika Salamanca | ||||
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| Born | Anne Michaella Salonga Salamanca October 26, 2000 Pampanga, Philippines | |||
| Alma mater | St. Scholastica's College Manila | |||
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| Years active | 2023–present | |||
| Agent | Sparkle | |||
| Known for | Walang Matigas na Pulis sa Matinik na Misis | |||
| Television | Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition | |||
YouTube information | ||||
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| Subscribers | 4.53 million (as of 2025)[1] | |||
| Views | 138 million views[1] | |||
Anne Michaella "Mika" Salonga Salamanca (Tagalog: [ˈmiːkə ˌsələˈmɑːŋkə]; born October 26, 2000) is a Filipino actress, singer, and social media influencer. She first gained public attention as a vlogger, sharing song covers and lifestyle videos on YouTube.[2] Salamanca began her acting career with minor roles on GMA Network and is currently managed by Sparkle, the network’s talent agency.[3] In 2025, she was a housemate (contestant) on Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition and won with her duo partner Brent Manalo.
Early life
Anne Michaella Salonga Salamanca was born on October 26, 2000. Her mother is a homemaker and her father is a businessman. She completed her early education in her hometown before attending St. Scholastica’s College in Manila.[4] In 2019, she graduated from high school in Alabama, United States.
Career
She appeared in supporting roles in several television series in 2023, including Sarah in Maging Sino Ka Man and Megan in Walang Matigas na Pulis sa Matinik na Misis.[5][6] She also made a guest appearance on the comedy series Bubble Gang.[7]
In 2025, Salamanca was revealed among the lineup of initial housemates for Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition[8][2] and she won with her duo partner Brent Manalo.[9]
Controversies
COVID-19 quarantine
In July 2020, Salamanca was arrested in Hawaii for violating self-quarantine protocols during the COVID-19 pandemic.[10] Reports indicated that she entered Hawaii on July 6 and was seen dining and socializing shortly thereafter.[11] Following public criticism, she released a video apologizing for her actions and providing clarification on the incident.[12]
Filmography
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Ref. |
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| 2023 | Family Feud Philippines | Herself (contestant) | [13] |
| Bubble Gang | Herself (guest) | [7] | |
| Maging Sino Ka Man | Sarah | [5] | |
| 2024 | Fast Talk with Boy Abunda | Herself (guest) | [14] |
| Abot-Kamay na Pangarap | Emerald Añonuevo | ||
| Walang Matigas na Pulis sa Matinik na Misis | Megan Espinosa | [6] | |
| 2025 | Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition | Herself (housemate) | [2] |
| Encantadia Chronicles: Sang'gre | Anaca | [15] | |
| All-Out Sundays | Herself (guest) |
References
- ^ a b "About MikaSalamanca". YouTube.
- ^ a b c Crucillo, Karen Juliane; Acar, Aedrianne (April 6, 2025). "Meet 'PBB Celebrity Collab' housemate Mika Salamanca". GMA Network. Retrieved June 7, 2025.
- ^ "Mika Salamanca". Sparkle GMA Artist Center. Retrieved June 7, 2025.
- ^ Obice, Jon Christoffer (July 3, 2021). "Who Is Mika Salamanca? Here Are 8 Facts About This Rising YouTuber". 8List. Retrieved June 7, 2025.
- ^ a b Ramos, Jansen (October 18, 2023). "Mika Salamanca makes an appearance in 'Maging Sino Ka Man'". GMA Network. Retrieved June 7, 2025.
- ^ a b "Walang Matigas na Pulis sa Matinik na Misis Season 2: Guess the celebrity by first name". GMA Network. April 24, 2024. Retrieved June 7, 2025.
- ^ a b "'Bubble Gang' debuts on new timeslot; Jelai Andres, Mika Salamanca guest on show". GMA News Online. July 9, 2023. Retrieved June 7, 2025.
- ^ Manalo, Ro (March 18, 2025). "Meet the 15 housemates of PBB Celebrity Collab Edition". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved June 7, 2025.
- ^ Arnaldo, Steph (July 5, 2025). "Brent Manalo, Mika Salamanca are Big Winners of 'Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition'". Rappler. Retrieved July 5, 2025.
- ^ Garcia, Cara Emmeline (July 27, 2020). "YouTuber Mika Salamanca arrested for violating quarantine protocols in Hawaii". GMA Network. Retrieved June 7, 2025.
- ^ "YouTuber Mika Salamanca arrested in Hawaii for breaking quarantine rules". RAPPLER. July 25, 2020. Retrieved June 7, 2025.
- ^ "YouTuber na si Mika Salamanca, ipinaliwanag ang pagkakaaresto sa Hawaii". ABS-CBN. July 26, 2020. Retrieved June 17, 2025.
- ^ "Family Feud: MIKA SALAMANCA, NA-STRESS SA PANGHUHULA". GMA Network. October 6, 2023. Retrieved June 5, 2025.
- ^ "Fast Talk with Boy Abunda: AUTHENTIC nga ba sina Mika Salamanca at Mikoy Morales? (Full Episode 311)". GMA Network. April 24, 2024. Retrieved June 5, 2025.
- ^ Llemit, Kathleen A. (May 24, 2025). "'PBB' housemates Shuvee Etrata, Mika Salamanca part of 'Encantadia Chronicles Sang'gre'". The Philippine Star. Retrieved June 5, 2025.