Soraya Ray L. Bañas (born 23 September 1987), better known as Kitkat, is a singer, comedian, TV Host, and actress in the Philippines.[1] She is known as "The Stolen Diva", under the management of Star Magic. She is a stand-up singer/comedian at The Punchline,[1] Laffline and Metro Comedy Bar. Her first solo concert was in January 2009 at the Metro Bar. Kitkat portrays sidekicks in television series and movies. She has appeared on the game show The Singing Bee.[2]
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Born | Soraya Ray L. Bañas (1987-09-23) 23 September 1987 (age 35) Manila, Philippines |
Occupation | Singer, Actress, Comedian, Host, Endorser |
Years active | 2004–present |
Agent(s) | Star Magic (2004–2020) Net 25 (2020–2021) Freelancer (2021) |
Kitkat was born on 23 September 1987[1] in Manila Philippines. When she was seven years old, she was a grandfinalist at the kids beauty contest in GMA 7's Lunch Date and she was hailed 5 weeks Champion of Tanghalan ng Kampeon, hosted by Pilita Corrales and Bert Tawa Marcelo. She was also part of the children show Yan ang Bata during childhood. She entered amateur singing contests in different cities and a television singing contest while still a child, and while at school in college, she worked as a back-up singer then band member with Willie Revillame. Then became a singer stand-up comedienne in Punchline, Laffline and Metro Bar and discovered to be an actress/comedienne in the afternoon teleserye Maid in Heaven. She holds a degree in Bachelor of Arts-International Studies from the College of the Holy Spirit, graduating in 2004.[3]
After the closing of ABS-CBN 2 last 5 May 2020 due to not having a renewal franchise of the TV network, KitKat Hosted the Net 25 Noontime Show following her leaving Starmagic. She hosted[when?] the daily noontime variety program titled Happy Time with fellow veteran comedian and former Eat Bulaga Dabarkads hosts Anjo Yllana and Janno Gibbs. Happy Time started airing on 14 September 2020 with the time slot of 12 pm to 2 pm.
Year | Title | Role | Network |
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2004 | Maid in Heaven | ABS-CBN | |
2005 | M.R.S. (Most Requested Show) | Co-host | |
Kaya Mo Ba 'To? | |||
Vidjoking | |||
Quizon Avenue | |||
2006 | Calla Lily | Jane | |
Sa Piling Mo | |||
Komiks Presents: Da Adventures of Pedro Penduko | Maalindog | ||
2007 | Komiks Presents: Pedro Penduko at ang mga Engkantao | Maalindog | |
Your Song Presents: Wala Ng Hahanapin Pa | Kaye | ||
Your Song Presents: Humanap Ka Ng Panget | Paula | ||
2008 | Sineserye Presents: Patayin Sa Sindak Si Barbara | Tina Magbintang | |
Iisa Pa Lamang | Louella | ||
2008–2009 | Midnight DJ: Possessions | TV5 | |
2009 | Parekoy | Sharon | ABS-CBN |
Komiks Presents: Komiks Presents: Nasaan Ka Maruja? | Debbie | ||
Dahil May Isang Ikaw | Stephanie "Stef" Miranda | ||
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Karnabal | Mabel | ||
Your Song Presents: Sa Kanya Pa Rin | Trina | ||
2010 | Showtime | Guest Judge | |
Pidol's Wonderland | TV5 | ||
Precious Hearts Romances Presents: Impostor | Arita | ABS-CBN | |
Midnight DJ: Baklitang Manananggal | TV5 | ||
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Basura | Len's friend | ABS-CBN | |
2011 | Your Song Presents: Kim | Lilian | |
Green Rose | Mara | ||
Precious Hearts Romances Presents: Mana Po | Young Ginny | ||
Wansapanataym: Ina'y Ko Po | Cutie | ||
Wansapanataym: Mga Alipin Ng Lumang Aklatan | Pahina | ||
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Kape | Pam | ||
2012 | Wansapanataym: Dollhouse | Lorna | |
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Flyers | Gloria | ||
2013 | It's Showtime | Mentor | |
Apoy sa Dagat | Young Tessie | ||
It's Showtime | Guest Judge | ||
Banana Nite: Ihaw Na! | Herself | ||
Maalaala Mo Kaya: VHF Radio | Liza | ||
2015 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Jeep | Emily | |
Got to Believe | Betty | ||
Two Wives | Mimi Olasco | ||
Forevermore | Shiela | ||
Princess in the Palace | Portia | GMA Network | |
The Ryzza Mae Show | Herself | ||
2016 | Kalyeserye | Yaya In | |
CelebriTV | Herself | ||
Eat Bulaga! | Yaya In | ||
Dear Uge | Bernadette | ||
Mars | Herself | GMA News TV | |
Ipaglaban Mo: OFW | Precy | ABS-CBN | |
Langit Lupa | Gigi | ||
2017 | Ipaglaban Mo: Abuso | Elsa | |
Bet on Your Baby | Herself | ||
Mars | Herself | GMA News TV | |
2018 | Ipaglaban Mo: Haciendero | Chona | ABS-CBN |
The Lolas' Beautiful Show | Herself | GMA Network | |
Eat Bulaga! | Herself | ||
Sana Dalawa ang Puso | Libereta "Leb" Manatad | ABS-CBN | |
2019 | Ipaglaban Mo: Depresyon | Charmaine | |
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Kumelavoo | JingJing | ||
Ipaglaban Mo: Palaban | Nessy | ||
2020 | Happy Time | Herself / host | NET25 |
Year | Title | Role | Network |
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2006 | Zsazsa Zaturnnah: ZE Moveeh | Nora A. | Regal Films |
2007 | My Kuya's Wedding | Jopay | Regal Films |
2008 | Supahpapalicious | Dyosa | Star Cinema |
2008 | My Only Ü | Sheryll | Star Cinema |
2010 | Babe, I Love You | Agnes | Star Cinema & Viva Films |
2011 | No Other Woman | Mimi | Star Cinema & Viva Films |
2013 | Tuhog | Rochelle | Star Cinema & Skylight Films |
2015 | Ex with Benefits | Genelyn | Star Cinema |
2016 | The Third Party | Patient | Star Cinema |
2017 | Extra Service | Beverly | Star Cinema & Skylight Films |
2017 | Meant to Beh | LV | OctoArts Films, M-Zet Productions & APT Entertainment |
Year | Award | Category | Result |
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2006 | 33rd Metro Manila Film Festival | Best Supporting Actress | Nominated |
2016 | Aliw Awards | Best Actress in a featured role | Won |
2016 | Aliw Awards | Best Stand-up Comedian | Nominated |
2016 | Aliw Awards | Best Crossover Performer | Nominated |
2017 | Aliw Awards | Best Stand-up Comedian | Nominated |
2019 | Aliw Awards | Best Stand-up Comedian | Nominated |
2020 | Gawad Amerika | Most outstanding comedian actress | Won |
2020 | GAWAD AMERIKA | Best Noontime Show Host | Won |
2021 | Quezon City Hall and Eastwood Exhibit | ICONIC WOMEN of QUEZON CITY | Won |
2021 | LAGUNA EXCELLENCE AWARDS | MOST OUTSTANDING FEMALE TV HOST OF THE YEAR | Won |