Sofia "Fyang" Smith

Early life and education Fyang was born May 13, 2006, and raised in Mandaluyong, Philippines to a Filipino mother and an American father who is a businessman. She attended José Rizal University

Career At the age of 16, Fyang began creating content and quickly became well-known online for her fashion, lifestyle, and beauty-related posts. 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.

Before joining PBB, Fyang was already an established social media influencer, with 5.9 million followers on TikTok and 1.5 million on Instagram.

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. On March 1, 2025, Fyang became the newest face of food company Mang Inasal's Extra Creamy Halo-Halo product.

Controversy 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.

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.

Filmography

Film Year Title Role Notes 2025 My Love Will Make You Disappear Larah Special participation Picnic young Go Eun-sim Filipino dubbed Shake, Rattle & Roll: Evil Origins DJ Elle Main role, MMFF 2025 entry 2026 Almost Us Janine Lead Role TBA Main role, MMFF 2026 entry

TV Series Year Title Role Notes 2025 Ghosting Jaja Main Role 2026 Love Is Never Gone Raya Verona Support role

Microdrama Year Title Role Notes 2026 Will You Fake Marry Me? June Sampaga Main Role

Variety & Live Shows Year Title Role Notes 2024 Pinoy Big Brother: Gen 11 Herself Housemate 2024–25 Rainbow Rumble Contestant 2025 Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition Performer Girly Pop Diaries Jaja

Discography Studio album + List of albums, with selected details Title Album details Forever Fyang Released: June 20, 2025 Label: Star Music Formats: Digital download, streaming

Awards and nominations

Award Year Category Nominated work Result PMPC Star Awards for Television 2025 Best New Female TV Personality Herself VP Choice Awards 2025 Promising Female Star of the Year Fandom of the Year Herself