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PBB Season 1 alumni celebrate 20th anniversary

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Nikka Avegail Sabio

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<p>It was a trip down memory lane for some of the <em>Pinoy Big Brother Season 1 </em>housemates as they marked the 20th anniversary of the hit Kapamilya reality show on Thursday, August 21.</p><div> </div><p>On Instagram, PBB Season 1 Big Winner Nene Tamayo shared a compilation of throwback and current photos of the original housemates.</p><div> </div><p>“Cheers to 20 years! PBB Season 1,” she shared in a caption.</p><div><strong> </strong></div><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-4" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DNmpv8eTmJ6/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=630&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A4%2C%22os%22%3A1210065.400000006%2C%22ls%22%3A181637.19999998808%2C%22le%22%3A181902.40000000596%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="927" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-4" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div><strong> </strong></div><p>Nene also posted highlights from their mini get-together, which included the return of Jenny Suico-Garcia, who flew to the Philippines after years of living in the United States</p><div> </div><p>“welcome back to RP 🇵🇭 hot mama ng PBB, ever gorgeous, Ate Jenny! @jen_gar_24 kaya wala si Ate Jen sa get together last year dahil sa US na siya nakabase since 2013. Nagpursue siya ng Bachelor&#x27;s Degree doon at grumaduate na Magna Cum Laude last year, May 2024. Nagtuturo siya sa Texas at pumasok din sa service, Texas State Guard, can you believe it? Si Ate Jenny, Corporal Jenny na rin? Astig!!! 🫡 hot 🔥mama na, tough 💪mama pa!” Nene shared.</p><div> </div><p>She added, “She came all the way from the States to be with PBB 1 Housemates to celebrate our 20th Anniversary. grabe ambilis ng panahon…”</p><div> </div><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-5" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DNknWHmzUT9/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=630&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A5%2C%22os%22%3A1210080.800000012%2C%22ls%22%3A181637.19999998808%2C%22le%22%3A181902.40000000596%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="988" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-5" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div><strong> </strong></div><p>Chx Alcala also looked back on their time inside the iconic yellow house by posting throwback photos from their tasks, eviction nights, and memorable moments.</p><div> </div><p>“20 years ago today since the most phenomenal Reality TV show in the Philippines aired in @abscbn Thank You Pinoy Big Brother @pbbabscbntv for the opportunity you have given us 13 housemates to meet and make history. #pbbseason1 #pinoybigbrother #PBB1 #TheOGs,” she said.</p><div> </div><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-6" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DNmw-tuSZrr/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=630&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A6%2C%22os%22%3A1210095.5%2C%22ls%22%3A181637.19999998808%2C%22le%22%3A181902.40000000596%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="1005" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-6" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div> </div><p>Meanwhile, Rico Barrera shared a clip from the very first night PBB aired.</p><div> </div><p>“20 years ago, napredict ko na pala na magiging Rico Swabe ang aking pangalan dahil noong ipinakilala ako sa  Bahay ni Kuya… mayroong karatula saying na &#x27;Rico ur so swabe.&#x27; Naamaze lang ako kasi dalawang dekada na ang nakaraan and halos kalahati na rin ng buhay ko,” he expressed.</p><div> </div><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-7" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DNnqOeZJ5oS/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=630&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A7%2C%22os%22%3A1211259.400000006%2C%22ls%22%3A181637.19999998808%2C%22le%22%3A181902.40000000596%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="987" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-7" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div> </div><p>Rico also joined Nene, Jenny, Chx, Racquel Costa Reyes, Say Alonzo, and Jayson Gainza at their recent reunion.</p><div> </div><p>“ Ngayong araw ay sinalubong namin ang 2 dekada mula noong pinasok namin ang Bahay ni Kuya as the Season 1 Housemates. Maraming bagay ang dumating, kanya kanyang storya sa bawat indibidwal ang nabuo… It’s still a blessing to know that everyone remains healthy and happy… Half of the housemates can&#x27;t make it dahil may mas kailangan unahin sa family priorities. We are hoping soon that 13 housemates can make it next time 😁,” he said.</p><div> </div><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-8" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DNdbo7Uv7dM/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=630&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A8%2C%22os%22%3A1211292.900000006%2C%22ls%22%3A181637.19999998808%2C%22le%22%3A181902.40000000596%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="1174" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-8" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div><strong> </strong></div><div><br/></div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-13" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DNmL83-vDKd/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=630&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A13%2C%22os%22%3A1277711%2C%22ls%22%3A181637.19999998808%2C%22le%22%3A181902.40000000596%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="887" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-13" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div><strong> </strong></div><p>Fellow housemate Bob Dela Cruz also shared a heartfelt message: “Happy 20th Anniversary. Pinoy Big Brother Original Housemates SEASON 1. Ito ay isang espesyal na araw upang ipagdiwang ang tagumpay na sabay nating naabot. Ang marami pang taon ng tagumpay, paglago, at mga pakikipagsapalaran sa buhay. Hanggang sa susunod na kabanata ng tagumpay para sa ating lahat.”</p><div> </div><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-9" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DNkwJ9WO1dH/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=630&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A9%2C%22os%22%3A1211440.099999994%2C%22ls%22%3A181637.19999998808%2C%22le%22%3A181902.40000000596%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="863" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-9" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div> </div><p>Comedian and host Jayson Gainza likewise expressed his wish for a complete reunion, saying: “Happy 20th Anniversary housemates #PBB1 sana kompleto na tayo sa susunod!”</p><div> </div><p>ABS-CBN’s talent arm Star Magic also joined in the celebration by posting photos of the reunion and giving updates on the original housemates’ lives 20 years after the show’s historic debut.</p><div> </div><div><br/></div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-14" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DNfH55Vysc4/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=630&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A14%2C%22os%22%3A1278891%2C%22ls%22%3A181637.19999998808%2C%22le%22%3A181902.40000000596%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="1318" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-14" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong> </strong></div><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/showbiz/movies-series/2025/8/21/on-this-day-the-birth-of-pinoy-big-brother-and-the-hosts-who-shaped-it-0837" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>READ: ON THIS DAY: The Birth of Pinoy Big Brother and the Hosts Who Shaped It</strong></a></div><div> </div><div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FPushAlerts%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0aaWMR4ZWv1em7GmsbeGWi23WPmw5o8mKfp3FSBuhciXLGCh1HH1yeHuHYgHqhe5gl&amp;show_text=true&amp;width=500" width="500" height="202" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div> </div><p>The original Season 1 batch also included actor Sam Milby, Cass Ponti (3rd Big Placer), Uma Khouny (4th Big Placer), as well as housemates Franzen Fajardo and JB Magsaysay—all of whom were part of the groundbreaking season that cemented <em>Pinoy Big Brother</em> as one of the most phenomenal reality shows in Philippine television history. </p><div> </div>

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PBB Season 1 alumni celebrate 20th anniversary: '13 housemates to meet and make history'

Nikka Sabio,

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Published Aug 22, 2025 08:16 PM PHT

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