Camille Prats
Camille Prats-Yambao | |
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 Prats in 2016 | |
| Born | Sheena Patricia Camille Quiambao Prats June 20, 1985 Manila, Philippines |
| Other names | Princess Sarah, Cams |
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| Years active | 1990–present |
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| Height | 1.58 m (5 ft 2 in) |
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| Children | 3 |
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Sheena Patricia Camille Quiambao Prats-Yambao (Tagalog pronunciation: [kaˈmil pɾats]; born June 20, 1985), popularly known as Camille Prats, is a Filipino actress, TV host, endorser, businesswoman[1][2] and public speaker. Recognized as the original "Princess of Drama",[3] she has starred in a series of successful films and television shows, gaining media attention when she played the titular protagonist in Sarah... Ang Munting Prinsesa (Philippine adaptation to A Little Princess).[4]
Career
[edit]Prats first foray into show business came in 1990 when she was a grand finalist, in "Little Miss Philippines", a popular segment of the variety show Eat Bulaga!. This led to her regular appearances in ABS-CBN's children's program Ang TV.
In 1993, Prats was included as one of the main casts of Oki Doki Doc starring Aga Muhlach.
In 1995, Prats catapulted into fame when she starred in the hit movie Sarah... Ang Munting Prinsesa, a Philippine adaptation of the anime Princess Sarah, which was in turn based on Frances Hodgson Burnett children's novel A Little Princess.
In 1997, Prats, a talented dancer, known as The Dancing Princess was the youngest performer on ASAP for their second anniversary concert at the Araneta Coliseum.
In 1999, Prats was chosen to be the main lead of the youth-oriented show G-mik. She was paired with Stefano Mori, Miko Samson, and Danilo Barrios. Her older brother, John Prats, was part of the show too. Prats was also one of the lead casts of ABS-CBN afternoon soap opera Marinella together with then child stars Shaina Magdayao and Serena Dalrymple.
In early 2000s, Prats also became part of several ABS-CBN sitcoms like Arriba, Arriba! (2000-2003) with Jolina Magdangal and Home Along Da Airport (2003-2005) with Dolphy. She played her first villain role in the first Philippine action-drama soap opera Basta't Kasama Kita starring Judy Ann Santos and Robin Padilla.
In 2005, Prats left ABS-CBN and Star Magic, and moved to rival network, GMA Network. She starred in her first Kapuso teleserye, Kung Mamahalin Mo Lang Ako.
In 2006, Prats joined Richard Gutierrez in Captain Barbell as his leading lady.
In 2009, Prats was allowed to be part of the horror film T2 distributed by Star Cinema. She was also invited in Kapamilya Deal or No Deal, seen on ABS-CBN. But she confirmed via PEP.com that she will remain a GMA contract actress.[5]
In 2015, Prats was honored with her own star on the Eastwood City Walk of Fame.
Prats was the host of the decade long running Kapuso talk show, MARS.
In 2022, Prats renewed her exclusive Sparkle contract and exclusive GMA Network contract. [6][7]
In 2023, Prats made an acting comeback in Philippine television with the series AraBella. [8]
In 2025, Prats took on her first dual role as Olive, who struggles with Munchausen syndrome by proxy (MSbP) and her vibrant twin sister Jade in Mommy Dearest.
Public image and impact
[edit]"I'm so grateful that people still remember my character, Princess Sarah, even up to now. Before, I used to question it because my struggle growing up was to break free from that role. For a very long time, people saw me as Princess Sarah. [...] I made a lot of efforts to mature and did so many things to move away from being Princess Sarah. [...] I truly see it as a blessing because that was the turning point of my career. [...] I think Sarah will always have a special place in the hearts of those who grew up in the '90s."
Prats is known for her wholesome image and has often been cited as a role model due to her iconic role as Princess Sarah in the box-office hit movie Sarah... Ang Munting Prinsesa. Prats stellar portrayal as the kind-hearted Princess Sarah cemented her child superstar status and made the character synonymous with her.[10][11]
Prats as Princess Sarah is remembered fondly by older generations. For many Filipinos, the movie and Prats role evoke a sense of nostalgia and childhood memories, connecting them to a specific era and story.
Prats success and the popularity of Sarah... Ang Munting Prinsesa have influenced the development of other child actors and Filipino cinema.[12]
Personal life
[edit]Camille Prats was born on June 20, 1985 in Manila and the second child of Daniel Rafael and Alma (née Quiambao) Prats, the latter of whom is from Macabebe, Pampanga. She is also the niece of former actress Mia Prats and Nadia Montenegro. She has a sister and three brothers, one of whom is fellow actor John Prats.
Prats attended OB Montessori for grade school and ABS-CBN Distance Learning Center for high school. She's a Marketing junior at Thames International Business School. In 2007, Prats decided to go to the United States to finish her studies.[13] Prats studied Early Childhood Education and Montessori teaching in Los Angeles, California.
Anthony C. Linsangan, founder of Wheels Auto Performance, a childhood and family friend of Prats, is the actual father of her baby.[14] Prats confirmed her civil marriage with Linsangan on January 5, 2008, in Los Angeles, California at The Albertson Wedding Chapel.[15]
On January 24, 2008, Prats gave birth to her first child.[16]
On March 5, 2010, Prats and Linsangan married again in a church wedding at the Sanctuario de San Antonio in Forbes Park, Makati.[17]
On September 23, 2011, her first husband, Anthony Linsangan, died of nasopharyngeal carcinoma at the age of 31.[18]
On January 7, 2017, Prats married her grade school classmate, Filipino-American businessman John "VJ" Yambao at the Prats-owned Nayomi Sanctuary Resort in Batangas.[19] They have two children together and are co-parenting Yambao's son from a previous relationship.
Prats is a devout Christian. Prats is a public speaker and travels all over the country to share a message about her faith in God.[20]
Other ventures
[edit]Endorsements
[edit]Prats is one of the country's leading celebrity endorsers.[21]
PLDT Home, Unilab FortiD, CDO Holiday, Nestlé Puritan's Pride, Condura, Shinagawa, Physiogel, Beautederm, Universal Health Care, Lactum, KoolFever, RiteMed for Kids, Sanosan, Joie, Plemex, Cheez Whiz, Jolly Claro Cooking Oil, Knorr, Goldilocks, Jetour AutoPH and Panasonic were some of the products that Prats collaborated with. Prats is the first celebrity endorser of the skin care brand, DermAid.[22]
Prats was a longtime image model and media spokesperson for Banco Filipino's Happy Savers Club. In 2002, she was inducted as the first National President of the Happy Savers Club with more than 90,000 members.[23]
Business
[edit]Prats is one of the board of directors of the DS Prats Group of Companies, a Prats-family owned company, that offers construction, property development, media and advertising, large format prints, events management, production house, lights and sounds, hotel and resort, and school institution services.
In 2008, Prats opened her own school, Divine Angels Montessori of Cainta, Inc. (DAMCI) which is now Roots Academy Philippines. Prats serves as the president and school directress.[24] Star Magic artist Belle Mariano is a notable alumna.
Prats owns the Japanese restaurant Asakusa Home of Tempura and Tito's Fil-Mex.[25]
Prats co-owns an activewear brand, Moov Activ.
Advocacy
[edit]Prats is known for her advocacy on body positivity and environmental awareness.[26][27] Additionally, Prats partnered with World Vision to promote their A Pursuit of Joy campaign, which focuses on child-focused humanitarian efforts.[28]
In 2020, Prats has been involved in advocacy related to food waste and repurposing with WWF-Philippines through her participation in the Kawali-Kasan series, which aims to promote sustainable home-cooking and raise funds for the organization's partner communities. Prats along with other celebrity moms launched Project: Alalay Kay Nanay a fundraising project. It aims to help mothers of kids ages two and younger, whose livelihood has been gravely affected by the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ), and to also support children with special needs.[29][30]
Prats is a Kythe Foundation advocate and celebrity sponsor. In 2023, Prats generously sponsored a Christmas party for pediatric patients of the National Children’s Hospital.
In 2025, Prats participated in a fun run for the benefit of Save the Children Philippines.[31]
Filmography
[edit]Television series
[edit]| Year | Title | Role |
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| 1992–1997 | Ang TV | Herself |
| 1993–2000 | Oki Doki Doc | Camille |
| 1996–1999 | Kaybol: Ang Bagong TV | Herself |
| 1999–2001 | Marinella | Marie de Guzman / Marie Reynoso |
| 1999–2002 | G-mik | Ronalisa "Roni" Salcedo |
| 2000–2003 | Arriba, Arriba! | Biba Arriba |
| 2001 | Sa Dulo ng Walang Hanggan | Terry |
| 2002–2003 | Bituin | Lovelyn Gaston |
| 2003 | Tabing Ilog | Natasha |
| 2003–2004 | Basta't Kasama Kita | Diamante / Susan Catindig |
| 2003–2005 | Home Along Da Airport | Sam |
| 2005–2006 | Ganda ng Lola Ko | Dedeth |
| Kung Mamahalin Mo Lang Ako | Joyce Cardenal | |
| 2006–2007 | Captain Barbell | Marikit "Kit" Salvacion |
| 2007 | Super Twins | Drew Barimor |
| 2008 | Sine Novela: Gaano Kadalas Ang Minsan? | Lily Medrano / Lily Cervantes |
| 2009 | Totoy Bato | Teen Elena |
| 2010 | Ikaw Sana | Giselle |
| Pilyang Kerubin | Rosa | |
| 2010–2011 | Bantatay | Daisy Razon |
| 2011–2012 | Munting Heredera | Sandra Santiago-Montereal / Susan Velasco |
| 2012 | Luna Blanca | Young Rowena Sandoval |
| 2013 | Bukod Kang Pinagpala | Bessilda "Bessie" Villerte-Alcuar |
| 2014 | The Borrowed Wife | Sophia Gonzales-Villaraza / Maria Carlotta "Maricar" Perez-Santos |
| 2015 | Second Chances | Rebecca "Reb / Becky" Villacorta |
| 2016 | Wish I May | Olivia "Ms. O" Pizarro-Gomez |
| 2018 | Ang Forever Ko'y Ikaw | Maria Virginia "Ginny Dyosabel" Peche-Capurian / Dimaigue |
| 2020–2022 | Makulay ang Buhay | Mom C |
| 2021 | Heartful Café | Bettina |
| 2023 | AraBella | Roselle Abad-Abarro (formerly Montecillo) |
| 2024 | Lilet Matias: Attorney-at-Law | Monica Umni |
| 2025 | Mommy Dearest | Dra. Olivia "Olive" Caparas / Jade |
Drama anthology
[edit]| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1994–2006 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Chimes | |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Kropek | ||
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Paputok | Doray | |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Liwanag | Young Carolina | |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Desaparesidos | ||
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Lollipop | ||
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Dyobus at Polbo | ||
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Ribbon | Katrina | |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Cupcake | Louella | |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Bato | Diana | |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Kuwintas | Perla | |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Medalyang Ginto | Sheila | |
| 1996 | Flames: Bisikleta | Mariel |
| 1997 | Star Drama Theater: Camille
Manika ni Lorelie |
Lorelie |
| Star Drama Theater: Camille
Takot |
Juliet | |
| Star Drama Theater: Camille
Ang Daya Mo |
Peachy | |
| Star Drama Theater: Camille
Umaga sa Langit |
Michelle | |
| Flames: I Hate Boys, I Hate Girls | Bibay | |
| 1997–2005 | ||
| Wansapanataym: Ang Hiwaga Ng Gintong Piseta | Joselle | |
| Wansapanataym: Konsensya | Goma | |
| Wansapanataym: Mighty Liling | Diday | |
| Wansapanataym: Peyritels
(First Anniversary Special) |
Momay | |
| Wansapanataym: Shoe-mayaw, Shoe-munod | Jessa | |
| Wansapanataym: Kerubin Liit | ||
| Wansapanataym: Mannequin-dat | Leila | |
| Wansapanataym: Singsing Ni Ningning | Ningning | |
| Wansapanataym: Mahiwagang Likido | Lizette | |
| Wansapanataym: Lyko, Angel Ko | Cita | |
| Wansapanataym: Kambing Alone | Karen | |
| Wansapanataym: Ok Ka Fairy Tay | Anette | |
| Wansapanataym: Washing Time Machine | Olivia | |
| Wansapanataym: Dragonesa | Pamela | |
| Wansapanataym: Clone-yari Lang | Kit | |
| 2005 | Nginiiig! | |
| Wag Kukurap: Ang Bata sa Itaas | Cecile | |
| 2006 | Komiks: Bampy
(Star Magic 14th Anniversary Special) |
Vampire |
| 2006–2016 | Magpakailanman: Pag-iibigang Nakaukit Sa Langit: The Romnick Sarmenta and Harlene Bautista Love Story
(Valentine's Special) |
Harlene |
| Magpakailanman: Child for Sale: The Buboy Liit Story | Winnie | |
| Magpakailanman: The Prolen Bonacua Story | Jane | |
| Magpakailanman: Paano Na Ang Ating Anak: The Mark Anthony and Susan Bautista Story | Susan | |
| Magpakailanman: Tiyahin ko, Karibal ko | Nina | |
| 2012 | Spooky Nights: Premonisyon | Grace |
| 2013 | One Day Isang Araw | Arlene |
| 2015–2016 | Wagas: Matet & Mickey Love Story | Matet |
| Wagas: Ghost Stalker | Weng | |
| 2016 | Dear Uge: Machong Make-up Artist | Melissa |
| 2018 | Tadhana: Tukso | Irma |
| Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko: Alamat ng Pinya | Cora |
Television shows
[edit]| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 | Eat Bulaga | Herself / Little Miss Philippines |
| 1995–2005 | ASAP | Herself |
| 2000–2003 | Magandang Tanghali Bayan | Herself / Co-host |
| 2005–2006 | SOP Gigsters | Herself / Co-host |
| 2006 | Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Edition 1 | Herself |
| 2009 | Kapamilya Deal or No Deal | Herself |
| 2012–2022 | Mars / Mars Pa More | Herself / Host |
| 2013 | Party Pilipinas | Herself |
| 2013–2015 | The Ryzza Mae Show | Herself |
| 2013–2018 | Celebrity Bluff | Herself |
| 2014 | Sunday All Stars | Herself |
| 2016 | Dream Home | Herself |
| Laff Camera Action | Herself | |
| 2016–2018 | Lip Sync Battle Philippines | Herself |
| 2017 | Full House Tonight | Herself |
| Sunday PinaSaya | Herself | |
| 2018 | The Lolas' Beautiful Show | Herself |
| 2018–2024 | Sarap, 'Di Ba? | Herself |
| 2019 | Studio 7 | Herself |
| 2020–2025 | All-Out Sundays | Herself |
| 2022–2025 | TiktoClock | Herself |
| 2023–2025 | Family Feud | Herself |
| Fast Talk with Boy Abunda | Herself | |
| 2025 | It's Showtime | Herself |
Television special
[edit]| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Camille, Princess at 18 | Herself |
Concerts
[edit]| Year | Title | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Ang TV Concert Part I | Greenhills Theater |
| 1994 | Merikrismas, Meriklamo | Meralco Theater |
| Pasko Na, Ang TV Pa | Folk Arts Theater | |
| Ang TV Concert Part II | Ateneo Gym | |
| 1995 | Mula sa Puso Ang TV Concert | Folk Arts Theater |
| Aga Muhlach Birthday Live | Delta Theater | |
| Oki Doki Doc Christmas Concert | ||
| 1996 | Oki Doki Doc Christmas Concert | |
| 1997 | ASAP 2nd Anniversary Show | Araneta Coliseum |
| 1998 | Krismakipaps | Folk Arts Theater |
| 2000 | G-mik! Nation Concert Tour | All over the Philippines |
| 2004 | TFC | California, USA |
Film
[edit]| Year | Title | Role |
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| 1994 | Muntik Na Kitang Minahal | |
| Eat All You Can | Cheska | |
| Hindi Pa Tapos Ang Labada Darling | Camille | |
| 1995 | Eskapo | Roberta Lopez |
| Sarah... Ang Munting Prinsesa | Princess Sarah | |
| 1996 | Oki Doki Doc: The Movie | Camille |
| Madrasta | Liza | |
| Ang TV Movie: The Adarna Adventure | Carla | |
| 1997 | Shake, Rattle & Roll VI: Ang Telebisyon | Jennifer |
| Pakners | Jessa | |
| Ang Pulubi at ang Prinsesa | Rosalie | |
| Wanted Perfect Murder | Lukay | |
| 1998 | Haba-baba-doo! Puti-puti-poo! | Camille |
| Hiling | Anna | |
| 2001 | Yamashita: The Tiger's Treasure | Xyra |
| 2002 | Jologs | Cameo |
| 2005 | Dreamboy | Adjeng |
| 2006 | Mga Batang Bangketa | Clarissa |
| 2009 | T2 | Tess |
| 2011 | Six Degrees of Separation from Lilia Cuntapay | Herself |
| 2014 | Third Eye | Susan |
Awards and nominations
[edit]Film
[edit]| Year | Organization | Award | Movie | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Guillermo Mendoza Memorial Scholarship Foundation | Best Child Actress | Sarah... Ang Munting Prinsesa (1995) | Won |
| PMPC Star Awards for Movies | Best Child Actress | Sarah... Ang Munting Prinsesa (1995) | Nominated | |
| FAMAS Awards | Best Child Actress | Sarah... Ang Munting Prinsesa (1995) | Nominated | |
| 1997 | Box Office Entertainment Awards | Most Popular Child Actress | Madrasta (1996) | Won |
| 9th Annual National Consumers Awards | Movie Child Performer of the Year | Madrasta (1996) | Won | |
| FAMAS Awards | Best Child Actress | Madrasta (1996) | Nominated | |
| 1998 | PMPC Star Awards for Movies | Movies Popular Child Actress | Wanted Perfect Murder (1997) | Nominated |
| 2019 | Sine Sandaan: Celebrating the Luminaries of Philippine Cinema | Teen Star Ng Sentenaryo | Various Projects | Won |
Television
[edit]| Year | Organization | Award | TV show | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | PMPC Star Awards for Television | Most Popular Child Actress | "Ang TV" (1995) | Nominated |
| 1997 | PMPC Star Awards for Television | Most Popular Child Actress | "Oki Doki Doc" (1996) | Nominated |
| 2006 | Golden Screen Awards | Outstanding Lead Actress | "MMK: Bato" (2005) | Nominated |
| Outstanding Supporting Actress | "MMK: Kuwintas" (2005) | Won | ||
| 2010 | Lingkod TV Awards | "Bantatay" (2010) | Won | |
| 2011 | 8th ENPRESS Golden Screen TV Awards | "Munting Heredera" (2011) | Nominated | |
| 2012 | 26th PMPC Star Awards for Television | "Munting Heredera" (2012) | Nominated | |
| 2013 | 10th ENPRESS Golden Screen TV Awards | "Munting Heredera" (2013) | Nominated | |
| 2014 | Golden Screen Awards | Outstanding Celebrity Talk Program Host | "MARS" (2013) | Nominated |
| 2015 | Gawad Tanglaw Awards | "MARS" (2014) | Won | |
| 2016 | 30th PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Celebrity Talk Show Host | "MARS" (2016) | Nominated |
| Lip Sync Battle Philippines | Won | |||
| 2017 | 31st PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Celebrity Talk Show Host | "MARS" (2017) | Nominated |
| 2018 | 32nd PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Celebrity Talk Show Host | "MARS" (2018) | Nominated |
| 2019 | Anak TV Seal Awards | "MARS" (2019) | Won | |
| 2020 | Rawr Awards | Favorite TV Host | "MARS" (2020) | Nominated |
| 2021 | 34th PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Celebrity Talk Show Host | "MARS" (2020) | Nominated |
| 2022 | Gintong Parangal | Mahusay Na Host Sa Telebisyon | "MARS" (2021) | Won |
| 2023 | 35th PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Celebrity Talk Show Host | "MARS" (2021) | Nominated |
References
[edit]- ^ "Camille Prats Shines from Being Child Star to School Owner". September 24, 2019.
- ^ "UB: Morning pasyal sa resort nina Kapuso Camille Prats". YouTube. April 24, 2017.
- ^ "Camille Prats, looks back on her career journey | GMA Entertainment". www.gmanetwork.com.
- ^ "Camille Prats".
- ^ "Glad to stay on Kapuso Network". Archived from the original on July 16, 2012. Retrieved June 11, 2010.
- ^ Balbuena, Vanessa BB (March 29, 2024). "Camille Prats renews exclusive contract with Sparkle GMA Artist Center during the "Signed for Stardom" event". GMA Network. Retrieved March 29, 2024.
- ^ Balbuena, Vanessa BB (March 29, 2024). "Camille Prats renews exclusive contract with GMA Network". GMA Network. Retrieved March 29, 2024.
- ^ "Shayne Sava, Althea Ablan to play sisters in Camille Prats' comeback drama AraBella". GMA Network. January 26, 2023. Retrieved January 26, 2023.
- ^ "Camille Prats embraces motherhood on and off screen". The Manila Times. February 22, 2025.
- ^ "Camille Prats on having the Princess Sarah image: 'Bawal ka magkamali sa mata ng tao'". September 13, 2024.
- ^ "Camille Prats says childhood role Princess Sarah served as her 'guide' during her teens". March 14, 2023.
- ^ "Camille Prats takes a big leap from Sarah to all-out villain role". February 20, 2025.
- ^ "Camille Prats temporarily bids goodbye to showbiz".
- ^ GMA NEWS.TV, PEP: Camille Prats is pregnant
- ^ GMA NEWS.TV, Camille Prats weds non- showbiz boyfriend in LA
- ^ "Camille Prats narrates how she delivered baby Nathan". January 28, 2008.
- ^ "Camille Prats, Anthony Linsangan marry again in church". March 6, 2010.
- ^ "Camille doesn't understand husband's early death". September 25, 2011.
- ^ "A second chance at forever: Camille Prats marries again". ABS-CBN Corporation. January 7, 2017. Retrieved February 2, 2017.
- ^ "Filipino Actress Shares Testimony In Finding Jesus After Losing Her Husband To Cancer". February 22, 2024.
- ^ "Sparkling on its first year". January 23, 2023.
- ^ "Camille Prats Joins DermAid". January 20, 2025.
- ^ "Camille, hindi alam kung magkano na ang pera niya". Pilipino Star Ngayon. July 10, 2002.
- ^ "Camille Prats Shines from Being Child Star to School Owner". September 24, 2019.
- ^ "Camille Prats opens Tito's Fil Mex Restaurant". October 2, 2018.
- ^ "Camille Prats opens up about body insecurities". December 3, 2019.
- ^ "Camille Prats on the importance of environmental awareness: 'We only have one planet'". January 26, 2023.
- ^ "Camille Prats joins World Vision to launch "A Pursuit of Joy"". November 21, 2018.
- ^ "Camille Prats, Iya Villania, LJ Reyes Launch Fundraiser For Moms and Babies In Need". April 16, 2020.
- ^ "Celebrity moms' 'Project: Alalay Kay Nanay' extends help to children with special needs". April 15, 2020.
- ^ "Barbie Forteza, Jillian Ward, Rabiya Mateo, Camille Prats participate in Save the Children fun run". April 12, 2025.
External links
[edit]- Camille Prats Biography on dPinoyWeb.com
- Camille Prats at IMDb
- Camille Prats at the ABS-CBN Talent Center website
- Sparkle profile at the GMA Network website
- Camille Prats's channel on YouTube