The ‘Son-sational Viral Beshie ng Davao del Sur’ shared his motivations behind joining the latest edition of the longest-running Philippine reality show.
The latest episode of PBB Celebrity Collab Edition, aired last night, March 12, peeled back the housemates’ inspiring background and introduced them to the viewers and to the world. The task put the celebrities’ personal tales front and center, including that of content creator, Esnyr Ranollo. Following a series of deeply emotional revelations from the Kapuso and Kapamilya housemates, Ranollo’s turn provided the much-needed icebreaker, blending his signature humor with his own story of resilience that captivated his fellow housemates, as well as viewers.
Known for his sensational rise to fame through his quirky vlogs featuring a roster of memorable characters, Esnyr shared his comic side while revealing the layers of his journey into joining showbiz.
His candidness shone through, as he admitted “I am here for the money, for the opportunities, and for my growth, ”a straightforward confession that laid bare his initial drive to step into the world of content creation and entertainment—no sugarcoating needed.
Delving deeper, he shared a poignant chapter from his past: “Yung family ko kasi, sobrang daming utang, to the point na may kulung-kulungan nang nangyayari, may aresto-aresto nang nangyayari, “ he recounted, sharing how his family’s swelling debts almost put his parents behind bars.
Yet, amidst the laughter he sparked in the house, his revelation succeeded in getting the eyes of his fellow housemates wet.
“What saved my parents from that, is ‘yung pagiging content creator ko, ” he added, sharing how his pivot to online content creation became the lifeline that pulled his family out of financial ruin, a testament to how his creativity turned desperation into victory.
Beyond the pursuit of stability, Esnyr expressed a personal mission for joining this landmark edition of PBB. “I am here to introduce Esnyr—the real Esnyr behind these personas,” he declared, signaling his desire to step out from the shadows of his comedic alter-egos and reveal the man behind the viral videos. For Esnyr, this season is more than a competition; it’s a platform to connect authentically with audiences who’ve only known him through his on-screen antics.
This season of Pinoy Big Brother marks the historic collaboration between media giants, ABS-CBN and GMA Network. It unites artists from their respective talent management arms, Star Magic and Sparkle, as housemates living together under the roof of the iconic yellow house.
