Yamyam Gucong

William "Yamyam" Gucong (born December 8, 1993), is a Filipino actor and comedian known for winning the Philippine reality television series, Pinoy Big Brother: Otso.[2][3]

Yamyam Gucong
Yamyam performing in GenSan Mall Show
Born
William Gucong[1]

(1993-12-08) December 8, 1993
Inabanga, Bohol, Philippines
NationalityFilipino
Other namesYamyam; Yamito; Yamilito; Wilyam
Occupation
  • Actor
  • Comedian
  • Performer
  • Businessman
Years active2017–present
AgentABS-CBN StarHunt Management (2019 (2019)–present)
Known forPinoy Big Brother: Otso Ultim8 Big Winner
Website
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Early life

Yamyam was born on December 8, 1993 in Brgy. Anonang in the town of Inabanga, Bohol, Philippines. Before winning Pinoy Big Brother: Otso, he stopped pursuing education at fifth grade in order to sustain his family's financial needs. He worked several jobs in Cebu such as a water-delivery man and as a house help. On August 12, 2018, Gucong auditioned as an adult housemate in the reality show Pinoy Big Brother: Otso. He later landed a spot as a housemate on January 6, 2019 and eventually became the show's big winner.[4][5]

Career

After their temporary exit, Yamyam appeared on several mall shows, and guested several ABS-CBN shows. He was also cast in a supporting role in the Filipino sit-com Home Sweetie Home.[6][7] In May 2019, Gucong appeared on the Pinoy Big Brother: Otso album entitled "Ang Soundtrack ng Bahay Mo" on the track "Ikaw Ang Pinili ng Puso Ko" alongside his fellow batchmate, Fumiya Sankai.[8][9]

After PBB, Yamyam appeared in several TV Shows of ABS-CBN, including his first dramatic acting stint in MMK, episode entitled "Bukid", which showed his lifestory prior to his PBB stint. He starred alongside veteran actors, Lito Pimentel and Glenda Garcia; and ex-PBB housemates Yong Muhajil, Banjo Dangalan and Wealand Ferrer. The episode received a good feedback from viewers, and trended in the Philippines and Worldwide.[10][11]

In 2020, he is currently hosting an online digital show, "Tipid Nation", which is aired on ABS-CBN YouTube channel and ABS-CBN Facebook Page produced by TVDG. This digital show gives advices on how we can save money on such situations, such as buying new clothes for Job Interviews and Street food Hacks.[12] [13]

He is also hosting a travel digital show in TFC Online, entitled "Highway Harvest", alongside with his friend and ex-PBB housemate, Fumiya Sankai. This show premiered on April 9, 2020 and is one of the most viewed shows in TFC Online.[14][15]

Personal life

After PBB, he got his Condominium Unit prize, which is sponsored by Suntrust. [16][17][18]

He also built his own bakeshop business named "Yamito's Bakeshop". He used his prize money to invest in it. The first branch of the bakeshop, which is located in his hometown in Inabanga opened on December 8, 2019, which coincided on his 26th birthday. After few months, he opened another branch in Ubay, Bohol last March 8, 2020.[19][20]

Filmography

Television Shows/Series
Year Title Role Type of Role Network
2019 Maalaala Mo Kaya: Bukid Himself First dramatic acting debut stint; Acting his lifestory ABS-CBN
2019–present Home Sweetie Home: Extra Sweet Bogs First TV appearance; Supporting role
2019 Pinoy Big Brother: Otso Housemate Himself; Later proclaimed as Ultim8 Big Winner
2018 Star Hunt: The Grand Kapamilya Audition Auditionee Audition for PBB Otso

Digital Shows/Guestings
Year Title Role Platform Remarks Ref
2020 Stand Up for Laughs With Alex Calleja Guest Kumu/TFC Online Guest to promote Highway Harvest
2020 Newscolored House Arrest Guest TFC Facebook Page Guest to promote Highway Harvest
2020 Highway Harvest Host/Himself TFC Online Produced by TFC, together with Fumiya Sankai [21][22]
2020 Tipid Nation Host/Himself ABS-CBN YouTube Channel and Facebook Page Produced by ABS-CBN TVDG [23]

[24]

2019 IWant ASAP Guest Performer iWant Performed with Fumiya and Ultim8 Big 4 [25]

[26]

TV Guestings
Year Title Role Network Remarks Ref
2020 Matanglawin Guest ABS-CBN Guest for 12th Anniversary Episode (March 1, 2020 episode) [27]
2020 Umagang Kay Ganda Guest ABS-CBN Matira Machika segment (February 20, 2020 episode)
2019 Myx Celebrity VJ Myx Guest Celebrity VJ for December 2019 with Fumiya Sankai [28]

[29] [30] [31] [32]

2019 Magandang Buhay Guest ABS-CBN Guest in various episodes [33]
2019 Minute To Win It: Last Tandem Standing Celebrity Player ABS-CBN Tandem Player with Fumiya Sankai

(May 14, 2019 and September 6, 2019 episodes)

 [34]
2019 ASAP Guest Performer ABS-CBN Performed with Team LAYF and Ultimate Big 4 [35]
2019 Banana Sundae Guest Performer ABS-CBN Performed with Ultimate Big 4
2019 It's Showtime Guest Performer ABS-CBN Performed with Fumiya Sankai [36]

[37]

2019 Gandang Gabi Vice Guest ABS-CBN Guest with Lou, Andre and Fumiya [38]
2019 Tonight with Boy Abunda Guest ABS-CBN Guest on various episodes [39][40]

Movies
Year Title Role Notes
2020 Mang Kepweng: Ang Lihim ng Bandanang Itim Pre-production

Discography

Singles
Year Track Details
2019 Ikaw Ang Pinili ng Puso ko

(with Fumiya Sankai)
  • First Live TV Performance: PBB Otso, March 24, 2019
  • Album: Ang Soundtrack Ng Bahay Mo
  • Release date (digital platforms): May 12, 2019
  • Label: Star Music
  • YouTube release date: June 17, 2019[41]

Concerts and Tours
  • FumiYam in Singapore (October 20, 2019)
  • Fumiya Amazing ‘Di Ba? (as guest with Lou Yanong and Andre Brouillette) (November 15, 2019)
  • A Beautiful LAYF in Baliwag (November 24, 2019)

Awards and Nomination
Year Award Show Category Result Ref
2020 Myx Awards 2020 Myx MYX Celebrity VJ Of the Year (with Fumiya Sankai) Pending [42]
2020 VP Choice Awards 2020 N/A Most Promising Male Star Nominated [43]
2019 33rd PMPC Star Awards for Television Home Sweetie Home: Extra Sweet Best New Male TV Personality Nominated [44]
2019 RAWR Awards 2019 Home Sweetie Home: Extra Sweet Newbie of the Year (with Fumiya Sankai)

Fans Club of the Year (for FumiYam)

 Nominated [45]

References
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  2. Anarcon, James Patrick (August 4, 2019). "Yamyam Gucong is Big Winner of Pinoy Big Brother Otso". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved August 18, 2019.
  3. Sebastian, Mirex (August 4, 2019). "Yamyam Gucong is PBB 8 Big Winner". Zeibiz. Retrieved August 18, 2019.
  4. ""PBB Otso" Batch 2 features housemates with incredible stories | ABS-CBN Corporate". ABS-CBN Corporation. January 11, 2019. Retrieved August 18, 2019.
  5. Saballa, Joe (August 4, 2019). "Yamyam Gucong hailed as PBB Otso 'Ultimate Big Winner'". MSN Entertainment. Retrieved August 18, 2019.
  6. "TWBA UNCUT: Yamyam Gucong's full interview with Boy Abunda". ABS-CBN Corporation. August 9, 2019. Retrieved August 18, 2019.
  7. "Kapamilyas support new chapter of 'Home Sweetie, Home'". LionhearTV. August 5, 2019. Retrieved August 18, 2019.
  8. Chua, Sany (May 14, 2019). "PBB Otso launches 'Ang Soundtrack ng Bahay Mo' album with a concert". Push. Retrieved August 18, 2019.
  9. "Bela over Yassi? Janella over Julia? Yamyam explains ideal leading lady picks". ABS-CBN News. August 9, 2019. Retrieved August 18, 2019.
  10. "MMK "Bukid" Recap: The life story of William "Yamyam" Gucong". ABS-CBN Entertainment. October 23, 2019. Retrieved March 25, 2020.
  11. Bardinas, Mary Ann (October 23, 2019). "REVIEW: Yamyam Gucong impresses in his acting debut on MMK "Bukid" episode". ABS-CBN Entertainment. Retrieved April 24, 2020.
  12. "Yamyam teaches tips in saving money in new digital show "Tipid Nation"". ABS-CBN Corporation. March 9, 2020. Retrieved March 25, 2020.
  13. "Yamyam Gucong bibida sa digital show na 'Tipid Nation'". Inquirer Bandera. March 12, 2019. Retrieved March 25, 2020.
  14. Highway Harvest | Let your journey on learning, earning, and meaning begin on April 9 on TFC Online!, retrieved April 11, 2020
  15. "Fumiya and Yamyam explore the agriculture and aquatic biz in PH via TFC's "Highway Harvest"". ABS-CBN Corporate. April 20, 2020. Retrieved April 24, 2020.
  16. "'PBB' winners receive condos from Suntrust". The Manila Times. August 16, 2019. Retrieved June 1, 2020.
  17. Samaniego, Theresa (August 10, 2019). "The Ultimate 'Pinoy big brother' continues to inspire". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved June 1, 2020.
  18. "Home at Last". Manila Standard. September 27, 2019. Retrieved June 1, 2020.
  19. "Yamyam Gucong opens his first bakery business in Bohol!". Star Cinema. November 18, 2019. Retrieved June 1, 2020.
  20. Bardinas, Mary Ann (March 30, 2020). "WATCH: Yamyam reunites with Kuya, shares fulfillment of promise to family in PBB Stay at Home edition". Star Cinema. Retrieved June 1, 2020.
  21. Highway Harvest | Let your journey on learning, earning, and meaning begin on April 9 on TFC Online!, retrieved April 11, 2020
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  23. "Tipid Nation: Murang job interview outfit - Diskartito Yamyam". YouTube. March 9, 2020. Retrieved March 25, 2020.
  24. "Tipid Nation: Sosyal na Street Food Hacks! - Diskartito Yamyam". YouTube. March 23, 2020. Retrieved March 25, 2020.
  25. "Acting Challenge - Pinoy Big Brother Otso Ultim8 Big Four - iWant ASAP Highlights". YouTube. August 26, 2019. Retrieved March 25, 2020.
  26. "Bonding at Kulitan With Pinoy Big Brother Otso Ultim8 Big Four - iWant ASAP Highlights". YouTube. August 26, 2019. Retrieved March 25, 2020.
  27. "Yamyam Gucong takes on Kuya Kim's paragliding challenge - Matanglawin". YouTube. March 1, 2020. Retrieved March 25, 2020.
  28. "FUMIYA Calls YAMYAM His "Life Coach" MYX Live Chat". YouTube. November 27, 2019. Retrieved March 25, 2020.
  29. "Try Not To Laugh Challenge With FUMIYAM!". YouTube. December 22, 2019. Retrieved March 25, 2020.
  30. "FUMIYAM Shares What They're Like When in Love - Mellow MYX". YouTube. December 18, 2019. Retrieved March 25, 2020.
  31. "FUMIYAM Describes Each Of Their First Love - Mellow MYX". YouTube. December 20, 2019. Retrieved March 25, 2020.
  32. "FUMIYAM On Dealing With Long Distance Relationship - Mellow Myx". YouTube. December 22, 2019. Retrieved March 25, 2020.
  33. "Yamyam wants to explore show business". YouTube. October 15, 2019. Retrieved March 25, 2020.
  34. "Minute To Win It: Yamyam and Fumiya reenact LouDre's trending scene in PBB Otso". YouTube. May 17, 2019. Retrieved March 25, 2020.
  35. "PBB Otso Ultimate Big 4 shows their swag on ASAP Natin 'To dance floor!". YouTube. August 25, 2019. Retrieved March 25, 2020.
  36. "Yamyam Gucong visits the It's Showtime studio". YouTube. July 8, 2019. Retrieved March 25, 2020.
  37. "FumiYam, Sanrio and JinHo Bae treat the madlang people to a fun opening number". YouTube. August 23, 2019. Retrieved March 25, 2020.
  38. "Push TV: Team LAYF, nakipag-kulitan kay Vice Ganda". PUSH. April 29, 2019. Retrieved June 1, 2020.
  39. "Yamyam Gucong - TWBA Uncut Interview". YouTube. August 19, 2019. Retrieved March 25, 2020.
  40. "Yamyam Gucong & Fumiya Sankai - TWBA Uncut Interview". YouTube. April 26, 2019. Retrieved March 25, 2020.
  41. Ikaw Ang Pinili Ng Puso Ko – Fumiya x Yam Yam (Lyrics), retrieved March 26, 2020
  42. "Here are the MYX Awards 2020 Nominees". MYX PH. May 21, 2020. Retrieved May 22, 2020.
  43. Baltan, Angela Grace (March 19, 2020). "Five official nominees for Most Promising Male Star 2020". Village Pipol. Retrieved March 20, 2020.
  44. "KILALANIN: Mga nominado sa 33rd PMPC Star Awards for Television". ABS-CBN News. September 22, 2019. Retrieved September 25, 2019.
  45. "RAWR Awards 2019 – CUB CATEGORIES". LionhearTV. Retrieved October 1, 2019.
Preceded by
Maymay Entrata		 Pinoy Big Brother
Big Winner
2018		 Succeeded by
Incumbent
Preceded by
Miho Nishida		 Pinoy Big Brother Regular Season
Big Winner
2018		 Succeeded by
Incumbent
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