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Did you know Lee Victor from “PBB Collab 2.0” is a chess wizard? Find out what else makes him a total checkmate

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Liezel Dela Cruz

<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1762219514930ThumbTemplate (1).jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><strong>&quot;Model&quot; Behavior  </strong></div><p>Lee literally started his showbiz journey before he could even spell it, like, he began modeling for print ads at the age of one, with his very first feature appearing in a newspaper. Since then, it’s been nonstop. He’s modeled for some of the biggest and most recognizable brands out there, from fashion to lifestyle and telecom. He literally started with baby steps in the modeling world, and now look at him, a full-fledged fashion model. </p><p>Growing up, he always knew he wanted to perform since he plays the guitar, sings, and even raps. But when he auditioned for Sparkle and landed several teleserye roles, he realized he could be both an actor and a performer at the same time.  </p><p>While he used to dream of starring in a rom-com or playing the leading man, he now sees acting from a deeper perspective, with a new goal of exploring more serious and challenging characters. That’s because Lee isn’t chasing mere popularity—he wants to be purposeful and be a good influence on the youth. So ask him about his biggest achievement yet, and he’ll tell you it’s being an AnakTV ambassador, which allows him to inspire the youth and champion positive, wholesome content. </p><p>Lee is half Welsh, half Filipino, and 100% energetic. His dad lives in the UK, while he was raised here in the Philippines by his supermom, with a little help from his grandparents. And can we talk about how extra cute their relationship is? His mom’s the type who loves giving surprises, like that time she scored &quot;Hamilton&quot; tickets for them. They&#x27;re also travel buddies, and one of his favorite trips ever was when she took him to a theme park in Thailand.  </p><div> </div><div><strong>Chess Wiz, Foodie, and Future CEO </strong></div><p>Who knew quarantine would bring out his &#x27;chess master&#x27; era? Lee turned the pandemic lockdown into something super productive by spending hours lost in mystery and mythology reads while discovering his love for chess. He started playing during the pandemic and got so good that he now has a 1900 rating, which, in chess talk, is borderline expert. Players get this rating based on their wins and performance against other rated players, so that&#x27;s a pretty big deal. His ever-supportive mom even hired a coach for him. Now we know, when Lee decides to learn something, he’s going for checkmate or nothing. </p><p>As for his education, he finished elementary at Don Bosco in Makati, where he attended regular classes until the pandemic hit during his sixth-grade year and that&#x27;s when he switched to homeschooling. Before &quot;<a href="http://pbb.abs-cbn.com"><strong><u>PBB Collab 2.0</u></strong></a>&quot; started, Lee was enrolled at the De La Salle University (his dream campus!), taking the ABM strand. Inspired by his uncle, he plans to pursue an entrepreneurial course someday and become a businessman just like him.  </p><p>And speaking of his uncle, they’re basically partners in crime when it comes to food trips. They love hopping from one restaurant to another just to try new dishes. But when not exploring places or discovering new eats, Lee’s usually unwinding with anime marathons (and getting emotional over the storylines and characters).  </p><p>Lee Victor isn’t called the “Energetic Son-bassador ng Cavite” for nothing. The sixteen-year-old Sparkle artist has quickly become known to viewers as one of the most &#x27;hyper&#x27; housemates in “Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0.” And as for the “Son-bassador” part, it’s a nod to how close he is to his mom and to his role as an AnakTV ambassador who champions positivity and good values. </p><p>He’s mastered checkmates, now let’s see if he can stay in the game when it comes to tasks in Bahay Ni Kuya.  </p><p>Catch “<a href="http://pbb.abs-cbn.com"><strong><u>PBB Collab 2.0</u></strong></a>,” online via livestreams on the PBB YouTube Channel, Kapamilya Online Live (KOL), and <a href="https://app.iwanttfc.com/dFR6MWHAcVb"><strong><u>iWant</u></strong></a>.</p>

<p>Get to know just how multi-talented "PBB Collab 2.0" housemate Lee Victor really is!</p>

Get to know just how multi-talented "PBB Collab 2.0" housemate Lee Victor really is!