Diwata (internet personality)
Diwata | |
|---|---|
| Born | Deo Jarito Balbuena |
| Nationality | Filipino |
| Occupation | Vendor |
| Known for | Owner of Diwata Pares Overload |
| Website | Diwata on Facebook |
Deo Jarito Balbuena, also known as Diwata,[1][2] is a Filipino internet personality, food vlogger,[3][4] entrepreneur,[5] and LGBTQ+ member.[6] He is the CEO and founder of Diwata Pares Overload.[7]
Biography
Balbuena was born and raised in the province of Samar. He completed his secondary education at Don Juan F. Avalon National High School in San Roque, Northern Samar.[6] At 17, Balbuena went to Manila to find a job.[8]
Before becoming famous with his Pares Overload, he worked as a fruit vendor, helper, construction worker,[9] beautician, and sari-sari store owner. He even participated on 'It's Showtime's' Miss Q&A segment[6] until he opened a mini stall serving bowls of pares.[5]
In 2016, Balbuena first went viral for his strut at the police station after being involved in an incident where he reported two acquaintances using illegal drugs under a bridge. The complaint escalated into a physical altercation, during which Balbuena was wounded on his forehead and arm with a cutter by the person he had reported.[6][10]
On April 16, 2024, Balbuena was arrested in connection with a slight physical injury case filed against him in 2018.[1] He was released the same day after posting bail of P3,000.[4][11][12][13]
Balbuena became more recognized due to his appearance in Coco Martin’s TV series on ABS-CBN, "FPJ’s Batang Quiapo."[14]
Awards
In May 2024, Balbuena was awarded 'Most Sensational Media Personality of the Year' at the Gawad Dangal Filipino Awards 2024[15] and 'Social Media Influencer of the Year' at the Asia's Golden Icon Awards.[16]
References
- ^ a b Loreto, Russel P. (April 19, 2024). "Taste of fame: Viral 'pares' server arrested for 2018 case". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved May 29, 2024.
- ^ Argosino, Faith (April 18, 2024). "Cops arrest social media personality Diwata for slight physical injuries". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved May 29, 2024.
- ^ "Food vlogger 'Diwata' arrested for 2018 case". GMA News Online. April 18, 2024. Retrieved May 29, 2024.
- ^ a b Argosino, Faith (April 18, 2024). "'Diwata' released from police custody after posting bail". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved May 29, 2024.
- ^ a b "Migs tries out Diwata's trending overload pares on "My Puhunan"". ABS-CBN. April 26, 2024. Retrieved May 30, 2024.
- ^ a b c d Napoles, Jimboy. "Meet Diwata a.k.a. Deo Balbuena, ang tinaguriang 'Pares Overload Queen'". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved May 29, 2024.
- ^ Juayong, Katrina Anne (April 19, 2024). "Social media users defend Diwata from unreasonable critics and those who 'milk' his business for online content". POP!. Retrieved May 29, 2024.
- ^ Mercado, Josh (May 27, 2024). "Diwata opens up on newfound fame, 'Batang Quiapo'". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved May 30, 2024.
- ^ Adriatico, Abigail; Villanueva, Angelica (May 27, 2024). "Diwata Pares Overload opens Quezon City branch, owner shares humble start on Marvin Agustin's vlog". Manila Standard. Retrieved May 29, 2024.
- ^ ‘Pinoy Battousai’ at Diwata, kumusta na ang anger management ngayon? | Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho. January 30, 2024. Retrieved May 29, 2024 – via YouTube.
- ^ Bautista, Nillicent. "Internet personality 'Diwata' nabbed, posts bail". Philstar.com. Retrieved May 29, 2024.
- ^ "Street food sensation Diwata, inaresto". ABS-CBN News. April 18, 2024. Retrieved May 30, 2024.
- ^ "Trending 'pares vendor' Diwata arrested for slight physical injuries - The Filipino Times". April 18, 2024. Retrieved May 29, 2024.
- ^ Sayson, Cris (May 28, 2024). "Diwata Reveals He Is Currently Single & Happy". PhilNews. Retrieved May 29, 2024.
- ^ "Deo Balbuena, known as 'Diwata', wins 'Most Sensational Media Personality of the Year'". Balikbayan Store. May 1, 2024. Retrieved June 1, 2024.
- ^ Monserate, Glory Mae (May 31, 2024). "Diwata, nakatanggap ng 'Social Media Influencer of the Year' Award". Kami.com.ph - Philippines news. Retrieved June 1, 2024.