Fyang
Ashley Sofia "Fyang" Dansico Smith (born May 13, 2006) is a Filipino social media personality, model, and actress. She rose to national prominence after winning the reality show Pinoy Big Brother: Gen 11, the Philippine adaptation of the Dutch reality competition series Big Brother, where she was dubbed as "Ang Anakabogerang Influencer ng Mandaluyong".
Fyang Smith | |
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 Fyang in 2025 | |
| Born | Ashley Sofia Dansico Smith May 13, 2006[1] Mandaluyong, Metro Manila, Philippines |
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| Years active | 2024–present |
| Agent | Star Magic (since 2024) |
Ashley Sofia "Fyang" Dansico Smith (born May 13, 2006) is a Filipino social media personality, model, and actress.[2] She rose to national prominence after winning the reality show Pinoy Big Brother: Gen 11, the Philippine adaptation of the Dutch reality competition series Big Brother, where she was dubbed as "Ang Anakabogerang Influencer ng Mandaluyong".[3]
Early life and education
[edit]Fyang was born May 13, 2006, and raised in Mandaluyong, Philippines to a Filipino mother and an American father who is a businessman.[4] She attended José Rizal University[1] and completed her senior high school at Lyceum Alabang in 2025.[5]
Career
[edit]At the age of 16, Fyang began creating content and quickly became well-known online for her fashion, lifestyle, and beauty-related posts.[1][6] She joined Pinoy Big Brother: Gen 11 where she was hailed as the Big Winner on October 26, 2024, garnering a total of 30.66% of the votes.[7][8]
Before joining PBB, Fyang was already an established social media influencer, with 5.9 million followers on TikTok and 1.5 million on Instagram.[9]
Following her time on Big Brother, Fyang had her first appearance in the entertainment industry as a guest artist presenter on iWant ASAP, where she was featured all through November.[10] On March 1, 2025, Fyang became the newest face of food company Mang Inasal's Extra Creamy Halo-Halo product.[11][12]
Controversy
[edit]In July 2025, Pokwang addressed a viral spliced video clip in which Pinoy Big Brother winner Fyang Smith remarked that her batch "cannot be beaten." In response, Pokwang offered advice via social media, urging Smith to remain humble and noting her own long-standing career in the entertainment industry.[13]
Following her remarks, Pokwang alleged that some of Smith's fans targeted her 7-year-old daughter, Malia, with online harassment, including hurtful and threatening comments. She publicly stated her intention to pursue legal action against individuals involved in the attacks, citing the need to protect her child.[14]
Filmography
[edit]Film
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | My Love Will Make You Disappear | Larah | Special participation | [15] |
| Picnic | young Go Eun-sim | Filipino dubbed | [16] | |
| Shake, Rattle & Roll Evil Origins | DJ Elle | MMFF 2025 entry | [17] | |
| 2026 | Almost Us † | Janine | Main role |
TV Series
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Ghosting | Jaja | Main Role | [18][19] |
| 2026 | Love Is Never Gone | TBA | TBA |
Variety & Live Shows
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Pinoy Big Brother: Gen 11 | Herself | Housemate | [20] |
| 2024-2025 | Rainbow Rumble | Contestant | [21][22][23][24] | |
| 2025 | Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition | Performer | [25] | |
| Girly Pop Diaries | Jaja | [26] |
Discography
[edit]Studio album
[edit]| Title | Album details |
|---|---|
| Forever Fyang[27] |
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Awards and nominations
[edit]| Award[a] | Year[b] | Category | Nominated work | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PMPC Star Awards for Television | 2025 | Best New Female TV Personality | Herself | Won | [28] |
| VP Choice Awards | 2025 | Promising Female Star of the Year | Won | [29] | |
| Fandom of the Year | Herself (with JM Ibarra) | Won | [30] |
Notes
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b c Godinez, Bong (October 31, 2024). "Who is Sofia "Fyang" Smith?". Philippine Entertainment Portal.
- ^ Sabio, Nikka (October 29, 2024). "Who is Pinoy Big Brother Gen 11 Big Winner Fyang Smith?". ABS-CBN Entertainment. Archived from the original on June 23, 2025. Retrieved March 16, 2025.
- ^ Uson, Melanie (October 29, 2024). "Get to know Sofia 'Fyang' Smith, the feisty yet bubbly 'Pinoy Big Brother Gen 11' Big Winner". The Philippine Star. Retrieved March 19, 2025.
- ^ Ocampo, Carmellie (October 25, 2024). "Atin A10 Lang: What You Didn't Know About Fyang Smith". ABS-CBN Entertainment.
- ^ "Fyang Smith graduates from senior high school". ABS-CBN Entertainment. April 25, 2025. Archived from the original on April 26, 2025. Retrieved June 7, 2025.
- ^ Dela Cruz, Liezel (December 22, 2024). "Fyang Smith shares her no-fuss skincare secrets". ABS-CBN Entertainment. Archived from the original on July 23, 2025. Retrieved March 14, 2025.
- ^ Severo, Jan Milo. "Mandaluyong's Fyang hailed as new 'PBB' Big Winner". The Philippine Star. Archived from the original on March 18, 2025. Retrieved March 13, 2025.
- ^ "Fyang Smith PBB Gen 11 Big Winner, wagi ng house & lot, P1-M". Philippine Daily Inquirer. October 27, 2024. Archived from the original on April 5, 2025. Retrieved March 14, 2025.
- ^ "MSN". MSN. Retrieved May 29, 2025.
- ^ "PBB's Fyang Smith joins iWant ASAP hosts as guest artist". ABS-CBN. November 10, 2024.
- ^ "Mang Inasal kicks off the creamyYESS season with Fyang". manginasal.ph. Retrieved March 13, 2025.
- ^ "Mang Inasal kicks off CreamyYess season with Fyang". The Manila Times. March 11, 2025. Retrieved March 14, 2025.
- ^ PhilNews (July 9, 2025). "Pokwang Defends Daughter, Plans to Sue Fans of PBB Winner Fyang Smith". PhilNews.ph. Retrieved July 11, 2025.
- ^ "Pokwang warns legal action vs Fyang Smith's fans". Philippine Daily Inquirer. July 9, 2025. Retrieved July 11, 2025.
- ^ Pagulong, Charmie Joy. "Fyang Smith and JM Ibarra talk reel-to-real chemistry". The Philippine Star. Archived from the original on June 7, 2025. Retrieved June 7, 2025.
- ^ Evangelista, Jessica Ann. "Fyang Smith, JM Ibarra join Filipino-dubbed South Korean film 'Picnic'". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Archived from the original on March 29, 2025. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- ^ "MMFF releases first batch of official entries for 2025 film festival". GMA Network. July 8, 2025. Archived from the original on July 9, 2025. Retrieved July 9, 2025.
- ^ "'PBB Gen 11' stars Fyang Smith and JM Ibarra set to headline first series under Direk Ted Boborol – LionhearTV". April 2, 2025. Archived from the original on April 8, 2025. Retrieved April 28, 2025.
- ^ "PBB Gen 11's JM, Fyang to debut as loveteam in romantic supernatural series Ghosting". abs-cbn.com. May 21, 2025. Archived from the original on May 22, 2025. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- ^ Escuadro, Kiko. "Fyang Smith is 'Pinoy Big Brother Gen 11' Big Winner | ABS-CBN Entertainment". ABS-CBN. Archived from the original on December 14, 2024. Retrieved March 19, 2025.
- ^ "Rainbow Rumble: Fyang, na-overwhelm sa success ng PBB Gen 11". ABS-CBN. December 14, 2024. Archived from the original on July 4, 2025. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
- ^ "Fyang at Hyubs, ginamitan ng "atras power" si JM". ABS-CBN. December 29, 2025. Retrieved January 3, 2026.
- ^ "WATCH: Fyang, biglang nagtago sa likod ni JM!". ABS-CBN. December 29, 2025. Retrieved January 3, 2026.
- ^ "WATCH: Fyang Smith, sumalang sa "Rainbow Rumble" jackpot round". ABS-CBN. December 29, 2025. Retrieved January 3, 2026.
- ^ Dela Cruz, Liezel (March 10, 2025). "Stars align, surprises unfold as 'Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition' begins". ABS-CBN. Archived from the original on March 10, 2025. Retrieved March 13, 2025.
- ^ Ordas, Carl Joseph (October 26, 2025). "Wedding nina Fyang Smith, JM Ibarra pinu-push ng mga faney" (in Tagalog). Retrieved October 29, 2025.
- ^ Krishnan, Ganiel (June 17, 2025). "Fyang Smith to launch debut album 'Forever Fyang' on June 22". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved July 4, 2025.
- ^ Mallorca, Hannah (March 16, 2025). "Kim Chiu, Paulo Avelino among 38th Star Awards for Television winners". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Archived from the original on March 17, 2025. Retrieved March 18, 2025.
- ^ "6th VPCA Awards Night & Red Carpet". vpchoiceawards.com. May 30, 2025. Archived from the original on June 5, 2025. Retrieved July 5, 2025.
- ^ Tolosa, James (May 30, 2025). "JMFyang tinanghal na Love Team of the Year". tnt.abante.com.ph. Retrieved June 12, 2025.
