It's not everyday that you get to sit down with one of the Kapuso network's top artists and chat candidly about the little things that make them who they are. Far from the usual banalities and impersonal bio, Bianca Umali gamely peeled off the layers and allowed Preview an intimate peek into both the funny and the heartwarming memories that greatly shaped the woman she is today.
In this special episode of 10 Things, Bianca shares some little-known facts about herself and opens up personal tales that are usually reserved for trusted friends and family. From her desire to be a mom and where it stems from, to her most embarrassing moment and what takes up her time before dozing off to dreamland, you're sure to meet a side of Bianca that will surprise you, and ultimately, endear her to you. Press play to see for yourself!
WATCH: Fun Facts You Probably Didn't Know About Bianca Umali
1. She's a Pisces.
She was born on March 2, 2000 and she resonates with her zodiac sign, Pisces. She summed up the stereotypical traits of the sign by describing them as "black and white on the outside, but colorful on the inside," referring to the sensitivity and creativity often associated with those born under the astrological fish.
2. She can do a "flower tongue" as one of her hidden talents.
Hosting, acting, dancing, singing, doing a "flower tongue"—is there anything Bianca can't do?
3. She dreams to be a mom someday.
While Bianca has often been open about losing her parents, we learned that growing up with her lola has sparked a desire to become a mom someday. She shared that she was greatly influenced by the love she received from her grandmother and wants to pass it on.
4. She is a fur parent to two dogs.
While starting her own family isn't in the near future just yet, she's happily rearing her two beloved babies: a Samoyed named Raja and a Pomeranian named Boop.
5. Her most embarrassing moment happened when she was in the first grade.
You know an experience is really traumatic when it's still vividly top of mind years later. Bianca's harrowing tale invovles talking to her crush and not feeling well that day. And yes, you have to play the video to find out!
"The world stopped for a second," she recounted, looking back on the first time she ever met her idol.
7. She tends to naturally look after the people she loves.
Did you know? Bianca's friends call her "mom" because of how she usually takes care of the group.
8. Her guilty pleasure is watching food-related videos.
With Bianca sharing snaps of her meals on the 'gram from time to time, it comes as no surprise that she is a foodie. But, did you know? B actually binge-watches food-related videos before going to bed!
9. She never leaves the house without lip balm.
Her personal favorites include: MAC, Carmex, and Hailey Bieber's Rhode.
Classic Moisturizing Lip Balm, P184, CARMEX, Watsons
10. She's a very prayerful person.
She dedicates each performance to God and does a specific gesture before going on stage.
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