Camille Prats
Filipino actress (born JUNE 20 1985)
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Sheena Patricia Camille Quiambao Prats-Yambao (Tagalog pronunciation: [kaˈmil pɾats]; born June 20, 1985), popularly known as Camille Prats, is a Filipino actress,[1] TV host, public speaker, and businesswoman,[2][3] who gained prominence for her title role in the 1995 film Sarah... Ang Munting Prinsesa (Philippine adaptation of A Little Princess).[4]
June 20, 1985
- Actress
- tv host
- endorser
- public speaker
- businesswoman
- director
- president / school directress
Camille Prats-Yambao | |
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Prats in 2016 | |
| Born | Sheena Patricia Camille Quiambao Prats June 20, 1985 Manila, Philippines |
| Other names | Princess Sarah, Cams |
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| Years active | 1990–present |
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| Height | 1.58 m (5 ft 2 in) |
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| Children | 3 |
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Career
Prats debuted in 1990 as a grand finalist in Little Miss Philippines, a segment of the variety show Eat Bulaga!. She later became a regular on the ABS-CBN children's program Ang TV. In 1993, she joined the cast of Oki Doki Doc, starring Aga Muhlach.
In 1995, Prats starred as Princess Sarah in the film Sarah... Ang Munting Prinsesa, a Philippine adaptation of the anime, A Little Princess.
At age 12, Prats was the youngest performer at the second anniversary concert for ASAP at the Araneta Coliseum. In 1999, Prats starred as the main lead in the youth-oriented show G-mik alongside Stefano Mori, Miko Samson, and Danilo Barrios. Her brother, John Prats, was also part of the cast. That same year, she appeared on the afternoon drama Marinella with Shaina Magdayao and Serena Dalrymple. During the early 2000s, Prats appeared on several ABS-CBN sitcoms, including Arriba, Arriba! (2000–2003) and Home Along Da Airport (2003–2005). She played her first villain role in the action-drama series Basta't Kasama Kita, starring Judy Ann Santos and Robin Padilla.
Prats left ABS-CBN in 2005 and transferred to GMA Network. She starred in her first series for the network, Kung Mamahalin Mo Lang Ako. The following year, she starred opposite Richard Gutierrez in Captain Barbell. In 2009, Prats appeared in the Star Cinema horror film T2. Although invited to appear on Kapamilya Deal or No Deal on ABS-CBN, Prats confirmed she would remain a GMA contract artist.[5]
From 2012 to 2022, Prats hosted the talk show MARS. After the show ended, she renewed her contract with GMA Network and returned to television with the series AraBella in 2023.[6][7][8]
In 2025, Prats played a dual role in the series Mommy Dearest. She portrayed Jade and her twin sister Olive, a character with Munchausen syndrome by proxy. She promoted the series on the variety show It's Showtime, marking her return to the ABS-CBN frequency after 21 years.[9][10][11][12]
Public image and impact
"I'm so grateful that people still remember my character, Princess Sarah, even up to now. Before, I used to question it because my struggle growing up was to break free from that role. For a very long time, people saw me as Princess Sarah. [...] I made a lot of efforts to mature and did so many things to move away from being Princess Sarah. [...] I truly see it as a blessing because that was the turning point of my career. [...] I think Sarah will always have a special place in the hearts of those who grew up in the '90s."
Prats is known for her wholesome image and has often been cited as a role model due to her iconic role as Princess Sarah in the box-office hit movie Sarah... Ang Munting Prinsesa. Her portrayal as the kind-hearted Princess Sarah cemented her child superstar status and made the character synonymous with her.[14][15]
Prats' success and the popularity of Sarah... Ang Munting Prinsesa have influenced the development of other child actors and Filipino cinema.[16]
In 2015, Prats received a star on the Eastwood City Walk of Fame.
Personal life
Camille Prats was born on June 20, 1985, in Manila and the second child of Daniel Rafael and Alma (née Quiambao) Prats, the latter of whom is from Macabebe, Pampanga. She is also the niece of former actress Mia Prats and Nadia Montenegro. She has a sister and three brothers, one of whom is a director and former actor, John Prats.
Prats attended OB Montessori for grade school and ABS-CBN Distance Learning Center for high school. She studied Marketing at Thames International Business School. In 2007, Prats went to the United States to finish her studies.[17] Prats studied Early Childhood Education and Montessori teaching in Los Angeles, California.
Prats confirmed her civil marriage with childhood friend Anthony C. Linsangan on January 5, 2008, in Los Angeles, California at The Albertson Wedding Chapel.[18] On January 24, 2008, Prats gave birth to her first child.[19][20] On March 5, 2010, Prats and Linsangan married again in a church wedding at the Sanctuario de San Antonio in Forbes Park, Makati.[21]
On September 23, 2011, Linsangan, died of nasopharyngeal carcinoma at the age of 31.[22]
On January 7, 2017, Prats married her grade school classmate, Filipino-American businessman John "VJ" Yambao at the Prats-owned Nayomi Sanctuary Resort in Batangas.[23] They have two children together and are co-parenting Yambao's son from a previous relationship.
Prats became a born-again Christian in 2013. Prats is a public speaker who travels all over the Philippines, Taiwan, and Japan to share a message about her faith in God.[24]
Other ventures
Endorsements
Prats is one of the country's leading celebrity endorsers.[25]
PLDT Home, Unilab FortiD, CDO Holiday, Nestlé Puritan's Pride, Jollibee, Condura, Shinagawa, Baygon, Secosana, Physiogel, Beautederm, Universal Health Care, Lactum, KoolFever, RiteMed for Kids, Colgate, Sanosan, Joie, Plemex, Energen, Cheez Whiz, Jolly Claro Cooking Oil, Red Ribbon Bakeshop, Purefoods, Knorr, Goldilocks, Jetour AutoPH and Panasonic were some of the products that Prats collaborated with. Prats is the first celebrity endorser of the skin care brand, DermAid.[26]
Prats was a longtime image model and media spokesperson for Banco Filipino's Happy Savers Club. In 2002, Prats was inducted as the first National President of the Happy Savers Club with more than 90,000 members.[27]
Business
Prats is one of the board of directors of the DS Prats Group of Companies, a Prats-family owned company, that offers construction, property development, media and advertising, large format prints, events management, production house, lights and sounds, hotel and resort, and school institution services.
In 2008, Prats opened her own school, Divine Angels Montessori of Cainta, Inc. (DAMCI) which is now Roots Academy Philippines. Prats serves as the president and school directress.[28] Star Magic artist Belle Mariano is a notable alumna.
Prats owns the Japanese restaurant Asakusa Home of Tempura and Tito's Fil-Mex.[29]
Prats co-owns an activewear brand, Moov Activ.
Advocacy
Prats is known for her advocacy on body positivity and environmental awareness.[30][31] Additionally, Prats partnered with World Vision to promote their A Pursuit of Joy campaign, which focuses on child-focused humanitarian efforts.[32]
In 2020, Prats has been involved in advocacy related to food waste and repurposing with WWF-Philippines through her participation in the Kawali-Kasan series, which aims to promote sustainable home-cooking and raise funds for the organization's partner communities. Prats along with other celebrity moms launched Project: Alalay Kay Nanay a fundraising project. It aims to help mothers of kids ages two and younger, whose livelihood has been gravely affected by the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ), and to also support children with special needs.[33][34]
Prats is a Kythe Foundation advocate and celebrity sponsor. In 2023, Prats generously sponsored a Christmas party for pediatric patients of the National Children's Hospital.
In 2025, Prats participated in a fun run for the benefit of Save the Children Philippines.[35]
Filmography
Television series
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1992–1997 | Ang TV | Herself |
| 1993–2000 | Oki Doki Doc | Camille |
| 1996–1999 | Kaybol: Ang Bagong TV | Herself |
| 1999–2001 | Marinella | Marie de Guzman / Marie Reynoso |
| 1999–2002 | G-mik | Ronalisa "Roni" Salcedo |
| 2000–2003 | Arriba, Arriba! | Biba Arriba |
| 2001 | Sa Dulo ng Walang Hanggan | Terry |
| 2002–2003 | Bituin | Lovelyn Gaston |
| 2003 | Tabing Ilog | Natasha |
| 2003–2004 | Basta't Kasama Kita | Diamante / Susan Catindig |
| 2003–2005 | Home Along Da Airport | Sam |
| 2005–2006 | Ganda ng Lola Ko | Dedeth |
| Kung Mamahalin Mo Lang Ako | Joyce Cardenal | |
| 2006–2007 | Captain Barbell | Marikit "Kit" Salvacion |
| 2007 | Super Twins | Drew Barimor |
| 2008 | Sine Novela: Gaano Kadalas Ang Minsan? | Lily Medrano / Lily Cervantes |
| 2009 | Totoy Bato | Anna (young adult) |
| 2010 | Ikaw Sana | Giselle |
| Pilyang Kerubin | Rosa | |
| 2010–2011 | Bantatay | Daisy Razon |
| 2011–2012 | Munting Heredera | Sandra Santiago-Montereal / Susan Velasco |
| 2012 | Luna Blanca | Young Rowena Sandoval |
| 2013 | Bukod Kang Pinagpala | Bessilda "Bessie" Villerte-Alcuar |
| 2014 | The Borrowed Wife | Sophia Gonzales-Villaraza / Maria Carlotta "Maricar" Perez-Santos |
| 2015 | Second Chances | Rebecca "Reb / Becky" Villacorta |
| 2016 | Wish I May | Olivia "Ms. O" Pizarro-Gomez |
| 2018 | Ang Forever Ko'y Ikaw | Maria Virginia "Ginny Dyosabel" Peche-Capurian / Dimaigue |
| 2020–2022 | Makulay ang Buhay | Mom C |
| 2021 | Heartful Café | Bettina |
| 2023 | AraBella | Roselle Abad-Abarro (formerly Montecillo) |
| 2024 | Lilet Matias: Attorney-at-Law | Monica Umni |
| 2025 | Mommy Dearest | Dra. Olivia "Olive" Caparas / Jade |
Drama anthology
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1994–2006 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Chimes | Maan |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Kropeck | Patricia | |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Paputok | Doray | |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Liwanag | Young Caroline | |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Desaparecidos | Young Militte | |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Lollipop | ||
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Dyobus at Polbo | ||
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Ribbon | Katrina | |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Cupcake | Louella | |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Bato | Diana | |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Kuwintas | Perla | |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Medalyang Ginto | Sheila | |
| 1996-1998 | Flames: Bisikleta | Mariel |
| Flames: I Hate Boys, I Hate Girls | Bibay | |
| Flames: Dance With Me | Kim | |
| 1997 | Star Drama Theater: Camille
Manika ni Lorelie |
Lorelie |
| Star Drama Theater: Camille
Takot |
Juliet | |
| Star Drama Theater: Camille
Ang Daya Mo |
Peachy | |
| Star Drama Theater: Camille
Umaga sa Langit |
Michelle | |
| 1997–2005 | ||
| Wansapanataym: Ang Hiwaga Ng Gintong Piseta | Joselle | |
| Wansapanataym: Mighty Liling | Diday | |
| Wansapanataym: Konsensya | Goma | |
| Wansapanataym: Peyritels
(First Anniversary Special) |
Momay | |
| Wansapanataym: Shoe-mayaw, Shoe-munod | Jessa | |
| Wansapanataym: Kerubin Liit | ||
| Wansapanataym: Mannequin-dat | Leila | |
| Wansapanataym: Singsing Ni Ningning | Ningning | |
| Wansapanataym: Mahiwagang Likido | Lizette | |
| Wansapanataym: Lyko, Angel Ko | Cita | |
| Wansapanataym: Kambing Alone | Karen | |
| Wansapanataym: Ok Ka Fairy Tay | Anette | |
| Wansapanataym: Washing Time Machine | Olivia | |
| Wansapanataym: Dragonesa | Pamela | |
| Wansapanataym: Clone-yari Lang | Kit | |
| 2005 | Nginiiig! | |
| Wag Kukurap: Ang Bata sa Itaas | Cecile | |
| 2006 | Komiks: Bampy
(Star Magic 14th Anniversary Special) |
Vampire |
| 2006–2016 | Magpakailanman: Pag-iibigang Nakaukit Sa Langit: The Romnick Sarmenta and Harlene Bautista Love Story
(Valentine's Day Special) |
Harlene |
| Magpakailanman: Child for Sale: The Buboy Liit Story | Winnie | |
| Magpakailanman: The Prolen Bonacua Story | Jane | |
| Magpakailanman: Paano Na Ang Ating Anak: The Mark Anthony and Susan Bautista Story | Susan | |
| Magpakailanman: Tiyahin ko, Karibal ko | Nina | |
| 2012 | Spooky Nights: Premonisyon | Grace |
| 2013 | One Day Isang Araw | Arlene |
| 2015–2016 | Wagas: Matet & Mickey Love Story | Matet |
| Wagas: Ghost Stalker | Weng | |
| 2016 | Dear Uge: Machong Make-up Artist | Melissa |
| 2018 | Tadhana: Tukso | Irma |
| Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko: Alamat ng Pinya | Cora |
Television shows
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 | Eat Bulaga | Herself / Little Miss Philippines |
| 1995–2005 | ASAP | Herself |
| 2000–2003 | Magandang Tanghali Bayan | Herself / Co-host |
| 2005–2006 | SOP Gigsters | |
| 2006 | Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Edition 1 | Herself |
| 2009 | Kapamilya Deal or No Deal | Herself / Guest Player |
| 2012–2022 | Mars / Mars Pa More | Herself / Host |
| 2013 | Party Pilipinas | Herself / Guest Performer |
| 2013–2015 | The Ryzza Mae Show | Herself / Guest |
| 2013–2018 | Celebrity Bluff | Herself / Guest Player |
| 2014 | Sunday All Stars | Herself / Guest |
| 2016 | Dream Home | Herself |
| Laff Camera Action | ||
| 2016–2018 | Lip Sync Battle Philippines | Herself / Contestant |
| 2017 | Full House Tonight | Herself / Guest |
| Sunday PinaSaya | ||
| 2018 | The Lolas' Beautiful Show | |
| 2018–2024 | Sarap, 'Di Ba? | |
| 2019 | Studio 7 | |
| 2020–2025 | All-Out Sundays | |
| 2022–2025 | TiktoClock | Herself / Guest / Co-host |
| 2023–2025 | Family Feud | Herself / Guest Player |
| Fast Talk with Boy Abunda | Herself / Guest | |
| 2025 | It's Showtime |
Television special
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Camille, Princess at 18 | Herself |
Concerts
| Year | Title | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Ang TV Concert Part I | Greenhills Theater |
| 1994 | Merikrismas, Meriklamo | Meralco Theater |
| Pasko Na, Ang TV Pa | Folk Arts Theater | |
| Ang TV Concert Part II | Ateneo Gym | |
| 1995 | Mula sa Puso Ang TV Concert | Folk Arts Theater |
| Aga Muhlach Birthday Live | Delta Theater | |
| Oki Doki Doc Christmas Concert | ||
| 1996 | Oki Doki Doc Christmas Concert | |
| 1997 | ASAP 2nd Anniversary Show | Araneta Coliseum |
| 1998 | Krismakipaps | Folk Arts Theater |
| 2000 | G-mik! Nation Concert Tour | All over the Philippines |
| 2004 | TFC | California, USA |
Film
| Year | Title | Role |
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| 1994 | Muntik Na Kitang Minahal | |
| Eat All You Can | Cheska | |
| Hindi Pa Tapos Ang Labada Darling | Camille | |
| 1995 | Eskapo | Roberta Lopez |
| Sarah... Ang Munting Prinsesa | Princess Sarah | |
| 1996 | Oki Doki Doc: The Movie | Camille |
| Madrasta | Liza | |
| Ang TV Movie: The Adarna Adventure | Carla | |
| 1997 | Shake, Rattle & Roll VI: Ang Telebisyon | Jennifer |
| Pakners | Jessa | |
| Ang Pulubi at ang Prinsesa | Rosalie | |
| Wanted Perfect Murder | Lukay | |
| 1998 | Haba-baba-doo! Puti-puti-poo! | Camille |
| Hiling | Anna | |
| 2001 | Yamashita: The Tiger's Treasure | Xyra |
| 2002 | Jologs | Cameo |
| 2005 | Dreamboy | Adjeng |
| 2006 | Mga Batang Bangketa | Clarissa |
| 2009 | T2 | Tess |
| 2011 | Six Degrees of Separation from Lilia Cuntapay | Herself |
| 2014 | Third Eye | Susan |
Awards and nominations
Film
| Year | Organization | Award | Movie | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Guillermo Mendoza Memorial Scholarship Foundation | Best Child Actress | Sarah... Ang Munting Prinsesa (1995) | Won |
| PMPC Star Awards for Movies | Best Child Actress | Sarah... Ang Munting Prinsesa (1995) | Nominated | |
| FAMAS Awards | Best Child Actress | Sarah... Ang Munting Prinsesa (1995) | Nominated | |
| 1997 | Box Office Entertainment Awards | Most Popular Child Actress | Madrasta (1996) | Won |
| 9th Annual National Consumers Awards | Movie Child Performer of the Year | Madrasta (1996) | Won | |
| FAMAS Awards | Best Child Actress | Madrasta (1996) | Nominated | |
| 1998 | PMPC Star Awards for Movies | Movies Popular Child Actress | Wanted Perfect Murder (1997) | Nominated |
| 2019 | Sine Sandaan: Celebrating the Luminaries of Philippine Cinema | Teen Star Ng Sentenaryo | Various Projects | Won |
Television
| Year | Organization | Award | TV show | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | PMPC Star Awards for Television | Most Popular Child Actress | "Ang TV" (1995) | Nominated |
| 1997 | PMPC Star Awards for Television | Most Popular Child Actress | "Oki Doki Doc" (1996) | Nominated |
| 2006 | Golden Screen Awards | Outstanding Lead Actress | "MMK: Bato" (2005) | Nominated |
| Outstanding Supporting Actress | "MMK: Kuwintas" (2005) | Won | ||
| 2010 | Lingkod TV Awards | "Bantatay" (2010) | Won | |
| 2011 | 8th ENPRESS Golden Screen TV Awards | "Munting Heredera" (2011) | Nominated | |
| 2012 | 26th PMPC Star Awards for Television | "Munting Heredera" (2012) | Nominated | |
| 2013 | 10th ENPRESS Golden Screen TV Awards | "Munting Heredera" (2013) | Nominated | |
| 2014 | Golden Screen Awards | Outstanding Celebrity Talk Program Host | "MARS" (2013) | Nominated |
| 2015 | Gawad Tanglaw Awards | "MARS" (2014) | Won | |
| 2016 | 30th PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Celebrity Talk Show Host | "MARS" (2016) | Nominated |
| Lip Sync Battle Philippines | Won | |||
| 2017 | 31st PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Celebrity Talk Show Host | "MARS" (2017) | Nominated |
| 2018 | 32nd PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Celebrity Talk Show Host | "MARS" (2018) | Nominated |
| 2019 | Anak TV Seal Awards | "MARS" (2019) | Won | |
| 2020 | Rawr Awards | Favorite TV Host | "MARS" (2020) | Nominated |
| 2021 | 34th PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Celebrity Talk Show Host | "MARS" (2020) | Nominated |
| 2022 | Gintong Parangal | Mahusay Na Host Sa Telebisyon | "MARS" (2021) | Won |
| 2023 | 35th PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Celebrity Talk Show Host | "MARS" (2021) | Nominated |
| 2026 | 6th TAG Victorious Awards Chicago | Best Actress | "Mommy Dearest" (2025) | Won |