Boobay

Boobay
Born Norman Balbuena
November 7, 1986
San Narciso, Zambales, Philippines
Occupation Actor, Host
Years active 2007– present

Norman Balbuena (born November 7, 1986 in San Narciso, Zambales, Philippines), better known as Boobay is a Filipino actor, comedian and TV host in Philippines. He is best known for appearing as a regular host on the game show Celebrity Bluff.[1]

Career

He was raised in the town of San Narciso, Zambales. In 2004, he was a finalist in GMA Network's KiliTV Comedian Hunt. He appeared on the sitcom Idol Ko si Kap, becoming known for his parodies of commedians Rufa Mae Quinto and Ethel Booba, the latter becoming the basis for his stage name "Boobay". At the same time, he studied communication at Saint Louis University in Baguio, graduating in 2007. He joined the cast of the Philippines version of the game show Takeshi's Castle, which was followed by appearances in a number of other GMA programs.[1][2]

Filmography

Television

Year Title Role Network
2015 Ismol Family Dora GMA Network
2013-2014 Celebrity Bluff Himself / Host
2013 Sunday All Stars Himself / Guest
2013-2012 Extra Challenge Himself
2011-2012 May Tamang Balita Himself / Host GMA News TV
2011 Day Off
2007 Takeshi's Castle GMA Network

Film

Year Title Role Production Film
2010 Si Agimat at si Enteng Kabisote Special Guest GMA Films

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Boobay Recalls Trials in Life", Manila Bulletin, October 15, 2012
  2. ↑ Ria Landingin, "Boobay: From soldier's son to comic wonder", GMA News, January 11, 2013.

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