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If you're a new Ashley Ortega stan, here are 10 fun facts to know about the ex-“PBB Collab” housemate

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Liezel Dela Cruz

Ashley Ortega gained a wave of new supporters after her short but memorable stint in “<a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/pinoy-big-brother-collab">Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition</a>.” Now, many are curious to know more about her beyond what they saw on-screen. If you&#x27;re one of them, you&#x27;re in luck because Ashley is here to spill 10 fun facts about herself!First, she has a pet dog named Yoda. We bet she&#x27;s an absolute softie when it comes to her fur baby. Just like her personality, Ashley’s taste buds lean toward the sweet side. She can’t go a day without her sugar fix, and chocolate is her usual go-to. She&#x27;s a middle child. And you know what they say about middle children—they can balance independence while still staying connected and caring toward their siblings.She’s a true Capricorn. Astrology says people under this sign are determined, disciplined, and hardworking—totally the Ashley we&#x27;ve seen in “PBB Celebrity Collab Edition.&quot;She’s one of those people who can vouch that driving, whether it’s long road trips or quick drives around the city, can be very therapeutic. It’s her favorite way to unwind.She was a competitive figure skater before joining showbiz. She used to represent the Philippines in international figure skating competitions. This is where her PBB moniker, &quot;Independent Tis-Ice Princess ng San Juan,&quot; came from.She’s been in the entertainment industry for 12 years, building a career filled with diverse roles and experiences. Among them, she portrayed a nun-turned-comfort woman during the Japanese occupation in the Philippines and even played a figure skater in one of her past series.Surprise! Ashley can speak Chinese, thanks to her years in a Chinese school from kindergarten to grade school. Like many young girls, she had a deep love for Barbie dolls, and she used to collect them as a kid.She’s been living solo for three years, which explains the &#x27;independent&#x27; part in her PBB title. And we can definitely say this experience has taught her responsibility.What will happen next in the PBB house after Ashley&#x27;s eviction? Catch &quot;<a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/pinoy-big-brother-collab">PBB Celebrity Collab Edition</a>,&quot; airing weeknights at 10:00 p.m. and on weekends at 6:15 p.m. via GMA Network. You can also watch it online via live streams on Pinoy Big Brother’s YouTube channel, Kapamilya Online Live (KOL), and iWantTFC.