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Pinoy Big Brother Batch 1 Reunion: 20th Anniversary of the OGs

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Two decades ago, on August 21, 2005, ABS-CBN introduced a show that would usher in a new era in Philippine entertainment – Pinoy Big Brother (PBB). It wasn’t just a reality show; it became a cultural phenomenon, giving birth to our very first set of “housemates” whose lives were about to change forever. The very first season introduced us to the “original housemates” who would later be known as PBB Batch 1. From the moment they stepped inside the house, viewers followed their every move. Friendships blossomed, romances were hinted at, and struggles turned into triumphs. Out of over 25,000 hopefuls who auditioned, a chosen few became household names and the very first faces of a show that would eventually run for more than 17 seasons, with multiple celebrity and teen editions.This year, two decades later, PBB Batch 1 housemates reunited to celebrate not only PBB’s legacy but also their lasting bond. They are no longer the wide-eyed dreamers they once were. They are now professionals, parents, entrepreneurs, and creatives. But when they gathered again, it was as if time stood still. Here is a closer look at the icons of Batch 1 – where they came from, who they are now, and how life has unfolded beyond Kuya’s watchful eyes.

Two decades ago, on August 21, 2005, ABS-CBN introduced a show that would usher in a new era in Philippine entertainment – Pinoy Big Brother (PBB)

Two decades ago, on August 21, 2005, ABS-CBN introduced a show that would usher in a new era in Philippine entertainment – Pinoy Big Brother (PBB)