Here Are Some Filipino Influencers You Probably Haven’t Heard About
In the never-ending scroll of For You Pages (FYPs) and Instagram Reels, meet some of the most hilarious Filipino personalities who will blow you away!
Words Veronica A. Balbin
Photos courtesy of Gladoodles
March 8, 2025
There’s no denying the rise of Filipino influencers both in and outside the Philippines. Familiar names like Renee Dominique, Davao Conyo, and lottiebie often pop up on our feeds.
But somewhere in between, rising from humble beginnings, are other content creators making their way into mainstream media and onto our TikTok FYPs and Instagram Reels. Let’s run through them, and you tell me—have you heard of them?
jepitot_
“It’s a prank!” is jepitot_’s signature line, guaranteed to make you chuckle. With 6.3 million followers on TikTok, his sensational, brain-rot humor is as awkward as it is hilarious, and it’s taking over the internet.
So, if he pops up on your TikTok FYP or slides into your Instagram feed, DON’T SCROLL!
You’d be missing out on his out-of-pocket pranks—he’s pranked just about everything, even the sky itself! Some of his most famous “victims” include MrBeast, Yung Kai, BBno$, and haleyybaylee.
“For more exciting videos, please subscribe—” is how he usually ends his TikToks. So, go ahead and join his ever-growing community!
Bjtheilocanoboy
Growing up in a Filipino household is a shared experience—especially under tiger-like parents with their all-too-familiar nagging accents.
With over 80K followers on Instagram and 121.9K on TikTok, Bjtheilocanoboy (BJ Cantorna) brings this experience to life. He plays a Filipino immigrant kid in the U.S. with a VERY overbearing Ilocano mom. In his videos, he jumps, runs, and does all the fun things kids love—only to be scolded by his “mom” (himself, in a high-pitched voice) in a mix of Ilocano and English.
He captures the very essence of a relatable childhood, making us all wonder, “Did we live the same life?”
Gladoodles
If you love podcast snippets turned into animatics, Gladoodles is your girl! She tells personal stories with a twist—by animating her cartoon self on-screen.
From high school memories to friendships and nostalgic snacks, she delivers lighthearted, humorous anecdotes. Whether she’s discussing the social status of having Oreos instead of Bingo biscuits, laughing about childhood favorites like SkyFlakes, or chatting with her husband and friends about adulting struggles, she keeps it fun and engaging.
Looking for someone to share those memories with? Gladoodles has got you covered.
marcoy_
With 135.8K TikTok followers, marcoy_ is gaining attention for his hilarious, over-the-top reactions and relatable takes on everyday experiences.
Pop culture better watch out—this young Filipino creator is a master of comedic storytelling and witty commentary.
Despite his growing fan base, he often gets criticized for speaking English in his videos. But instead of letting the negativity get to him, he claps back with sarcastic TikToks in response to the hate.
That doesn’t stop him from being a fan favorite. His very Gen Z rants and commentary keep his audience engaged—and you can be part of that, too!
Filipino content creators are taking the internet by storm, bringing humor, nostalgia, and relatability to our feeds. So, next time you scroll through TikTok or Instagram, keep an eye out—you might just discover your next favorite influencer!
