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PBB's Josh Ford on newfound fame: ‘Such a humbling, heartwarming feeling’

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<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1752971452249image0.jpeg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/>Josh Ford with celebrity entrepreneur Rhea Tan. Josh Mercado</div>Over the last two decades, &quot;Pinoy Big Brother&quot; (PBB) has created some of the most memorable moments on television, including making housemates famous.While the show&#x27;s purpose has always been to show real Pinoy stories, viewers couldn&#x27;t help but make their favorite housemates feel special by following them around.For Josh Ford of &quot;PBB: Celebrity Collab Edition,&quot; the show had a big impact on his career. In fact, his recent participation at Rotary Club of Balibago event was well-received, with nearly every guest wanting to snap a photo with him.When asked how he&#x27;s dealing with his newfound fame, Ford exclusively told ABS-CBN News, “Honestly, it still feels surreal. I’m incredibly grateful for everything that’s happened after &#x27;PBB.&#x27; When I stepped out of Kuya’s house and saw my face on posters, I was overwhelmed because before, I wasn’t really someone people would notice.”He continued, “But now, wherever I go, people recognize me and that’s such a humbling and heartwarming feeling. I feel truly blessed.”Thanking the Kapamilya network and his management, he added, “That’s why I’m so thankful to have been part of the historic ‘Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition.’ Huge thanks to my home network GMA, Sparkle GMA Artist Center, and, of course, to ABS-CBN for the opportunity.”Growing up relying on his parents, Ford began to make his own decisions when he returned to the Philippines in 2022.“I wouldn’t say [that] I’ve always been independent. Growing up, I really leaned on my parents, who helped shape me into the person I am today. But I started gaining the strength to make my own decisions when I moved back to the Philippines in March 2022. Living alone taught me a lot, from managing day-to-day life to learning how to trust myself. That experience really prepared me for PBB,” he shared with ABS-CBN News.According to the rising star, the hit reality show helped him realize that his voice is worth expressing.“Inside the house, I was able to stand on my own and speak up when it mattered. It made me realize that my voice is worth using,” he said.Ford also expressed his joy about becoming an official endorser for Beautéderm, which is owned by Rhea Tan, who also serves as president of the previously stated club.With his newfound fame, Ford has stated that he is making extra steps to care for his physical, mental, and emotional well-being.“For me, self-care is really important because it reflects how you value yourself. As an actor, people see how I present myself so I want to be an example and show that taking care of your physical, mental, and emotional well-being matters. Skincare, of course, plays a big part in that because it helps you feel fresh and confident especially when you’re always in front of the camera,” he pointed out.As a male endorser for a beauty brand, he admitted, “Honestly, I used to think [that] skincare wasn’t really for guys, but now I see it as a way of respecting and taking care of yourself. Confidence really starts from within, and a solid skincare routine just brings that out even more.”Meanwhile, at the gathering where Ford was present, Piolo Pascual, Ervic Vijandre, Gillian Vicencio, Darla Sauler, DJ JhaiHo, Ejay Falcon, Alma Concepcion, and others were also spotted.

For Josh Ford of "PBB: Celebrity Collab Edition," the show had a big impact on his career.

For Josh Ford of "PBB: Celebrity Collab Edition," the show had a big impact on his career.