Maria Carmela Brosas (born July 15, 1975), better known by her screen name Kakai or K Brosas, is a Filipino actress, comedian, singer and television host. She was born in the Philippines to an American father and a Filipina mother and was a band member of Gladys and the Boxers and was lead singer when the group performed as K and the Boxers with Music Director Samuel Cruz Valdecantos, Bassist Nolit Abanilla, Drummer Solomon Valdecantos and Guitarist Eric Tuazon. In mid-2010, she became a co-host in the game show Pilipinas Win na Win.
Biography Early life Brosas was born in Borongan, Eastern Samar to a Filipino mother and an American father, whom she never knew. At a young age, her family transferred to Manila. She finished high school at St. Paul University Quezon City where she enrolled in an undergraduate B.S. Tourism course.
Personal life Brosas' only daughter, Crystal, came out as lesbian in July 2020. Her daughter is currently in a relationship with her non-showbiz girlfriend, Zhyzhia, which Brosas fully supports.
Filmography Film Year Title Role 2009 Tenement 2 Melissa Ang Tanging Pamilya: A Marry Go Round Deling kakanin 2012 ÜnOfficially Yours Vivora The Mistress Rosa 2013 Call Center Girl Lolay 2017 Northern Lights: A Journey to Love Arlene 2021 Will You Marry? Honey
Television Year Title Role 2000 Idol Ko Si Kap 2001–2003 Eat Bulaga! Herself / Co-host 2001 Ikaw Lang ang Mamahalin Flor 2004 Bitoy's Funniest Videos Herself / Co-host Magpakailanman: The Kakai "K" Brosas Story Herself SiS Herself / Guest Extra Challenge Herself / Guest co-host Marinara Sushi Lou 2005 Hokus Pokus Toni Darna Divina Demonica 2006 HP: Ibang Level Na! Toni 2007 HP: To the Highest Level Na! Toni Super Twins Akika All Star K! Herself / Guest SOP Rules Herself / Co-host 2008 Marimar Rowena My Girl Tessie Legaspi 2009 Lovers in Paris Michelle Rated K Herself 2010 IDOL Antonia "Toyang" Timbales Pilipinas Win Na Win Herself / Co-host Laugh Out Loud Herself Showtime Herself (Appears in "Huliin ang Bituin" segment) 2011 Talentadong Pinoy Herself / Judge Showtime Herself / Guest judge 2011–2012 Maria la del Barrio Carlotta 2011 Entertainment Live Herself / Host 2013 Wansapanataym: Ang Batang Buhawi Maring 2014 Maalaala Mo Kaya: Santan Neneng Tunay na Buhay Herself 2014–2015 Quiet Please!: Bawal ang Maingay Herself / Host 2015 3-in-1 Host Kris TV Guest co-host 2016–2020 It's Showtime Judge in Tawag ng Tanghalan 2020 Bangon Talentadong Pinoy Herself / Guest Talent scout 2020–2022 Lunch Out Loud Herself / Host 2021–2022; 2025–2026 Sing Galing! Herself / Host 2024–2025 Ang Himala ni Niño: Unang Libro ng Niña Niño Gregoria "Gege" 2026A Secret in PragueDonabel Valtrovi
References
External links
K Brosas on Twitter
Website of K Brosas (WaPak!)