Soraya Ray Lopez Bañas (born September 23, 1984), known professionally as Kitkat, is a singer, comedian, TV host, and actress in the Philippines. She is known as "The Stolen Diva" and is managed by Star Magic. Kitkat performs as a stand-up singer and comedian at The Punchline, Laffline, and Metro Comedy Bar. Her first solo concert took place in January 2009 at Metro Bar. She often portrays sidekick roles in television series and movies. Additionally, she has appeared on the game show The Singing Bee.
Early life Kitkat was born as Soraya Ray Lopez Bañas on September 23, 1987, in Manila, Philippines. At seven years old, she was a grand finalist in a children's beauty contest on GMA 7's Lunch Date and was named the 5-week champion of Tanghalan ng Kampeon, hosted by Pilita Corrales and Bert Tawa Marcelo. She was also featured on the children's show Yan ang Bata during her childhood. Kitkat participated in amateur singing contests across various cities and on television while still a child. During her college years, she worked as a back-up singer and band member with Willie Revillame. She later became a singer and stand-up comedian at Punchline, Laffline, and Metro Bar, and acted in the afternoon teleserye Maid in Heaven. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies from the College of the Holy Spirit, graduating in 2004.
Following the shutdown of ABS-CBN on May 5, 2020, due to the network's failure to secure a franchise renewal, Kitkat became a host on Net 25's noontime show Happy Time. She joined the daily noontime variety program in September 2020 and co-hosted until February 2021, alongside veteran comedians and former Eat Bulaga! hosts Anjo Yllana and Janno Gibbs.
Filmography Television Year Title Role 2004 Maid in Heaven 2005 M.R.S. (Most Requested Show) Herself/Co-host Kaya Mo Ba 'To? Vidjoking Quizon Avenue 2006 Calla Lily Jane Sa Piling Mo Komiks Presents: Da Adventures of Pedro Penduko Maalindog2007 Komiks Presents: Pedro Penduko at ang mga Engkantao Your Song Presents: Wala Ng Hahanapin Pa Kaye Your Song Presents: Humanap Ka Ng Panget Paula2008 Sineserye Presents: Patayin Sa Sindak Si Barbara Tina Magbintang Iisa Pa Lamang Louella 2008–2009 Midnight DJ: Possessions 2009 Parekoy Sharon Komiks Presents: Komiks Presents: Nasaan Ka Maruja? Debbie Dahil May Isang Ikaw Stephanie "Stef" Miranda Maalaala Mo Kaya: Karnabal Mabel Your Song Presents: Sa Kanya Pa Rin Trina2010 Showtime Herself/Guest Judge Pidol's Wonderland Precious Hearts Romances Presents: Impostor Arita Midnight DJ: Baklitang Manananggal Maalaala Mo Kaya: Basura Len's friend 2011 Your Song Presents: Kim Lilian Green Rose Mara Precious Hearts Romances Presents: Mana Po Young Ginny Wansapanataym: Ina'y Ko Po Cutie Wansapanataym: Mga Alipin Ng Lumang Aklatan Pahina Maalaala Mo Kaya: Kape Pam2012 Wansapanataym: Dollhouse Lorna Maalaala Mo Kaya: Flyers Gloria2013 It's Showtime Herself/Mentor Apoy sa Dagat Young Tessie It's Showtime Herself/Guest Judge Banana Nite: Ihaw Na! Herself Maalaala Mo Kaya: VHF Radio Liza 2013, 2014 The Singing Bee Herself/Contestant, challenger in 2013 against Santiago, and in 2014 against Jugs & Corpuz; 3-day defending champion.2015 Maalaala Mo Kaya: Jeep Emily Got to Believe Betty Two Wives Mimi Olasco Forevermore Shiela Princess in the Palace Portia The Ryzza Mae Show Herself/Guest 2016 CelebriTV Kalyeserye Yaya In Eat Bulaga! Dear Uge Bernadette Mars Herself/Guest Ipaglaban Mo: OFW Precy Langit Lupa Gigi 2017 Ipaglaban Mo: Abuso Elsa Bet on Your Baby Herself/Guest Mars 2018 Ipaglaban Mo: Haciendero Chona The Lolas' Beautiful Show Herself/Guest Eat Bulaga! Sana Dalawa ang Puso Libereta "Leb" Manatad 2019 Ipaglaban Mo: Depresyon Charmaine Maalaala Mo Kaya: Kumelavoo JingJing Ipaglaban Mo: Palaban Nessy 2020 Happy Time Herself/Host 2024Open 24/7Aunt O2025Rainbow RumbleHerself/Contestant
Film Year Title Role 2006 Zsazsa Zaturnnah: ZE Moveeh Nora A. 2007 My Kuya's Wedding Jopay 2008 Supahpapalicious Dyosa My Only Ü Sheryll 2010 Babe, I Love You Agnes 2011 No Other Woman Mimi 2013 Tuhog Rochelle 2015 Ex with Benefits Genelyn 2016 The Third Party Patient 2017 Extra Service Beverly Meant to Beh LV
Awards and nominations Year Award Category Result 2006 33rd Metro Manila Film Festival Best Supporting Actress 2016 Aliw Awards Best Actress in a featured role Best Stand-up Comedian Best Crossover Performer 2017 Best Stand-up Comedian 2019 2020 Gawad Amerika Most outstanding comedian actress Best Noontime Show Host 2021 Quezon City Hall and Eastwood Exhibit Iconic Women of Quezon City Laguna Excellence Awards Most Outstanding Female TV Host of the Year
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