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Sheena Patricia Camille Quiambao Prats-Yambao (; born June 20, 1985), popularly known as Camille Prats, is a Filipino actress, TV host, endorser, businesswoman and public speaker. Recognized as the original "Princess of Drama", she has starred in a series of successful films and television shows, gaining media attention when she played the titular protagonist in '' Sarah... Ang Munting Prinsesa'' (Philippine adaptation to ''A Little Princess'').

Career

Prats first foray into show business came in 1990 when she was a grand finalist in "''Little Miss Philippines''", a popular segment of the variety show ''Eat Bulaga!''. This led to her regular appearances in ABS-CBN's children's program ''Ang TV''.

In 1993, Prats was included as one of the main casts of ''Oki Doki Doc'' starring Aga Muhlach.

In 1995, Prats catapulted to fame when she starred in the hit movie '' Sarah... Ang Munting Prinsesa'', a Philippine adaptation of the anime ''Princess Sarah'', which was in turn based on Frances Hodgson Burnett children's novel ''A Little Princess''.

In 1997, Prats, a talented dancer, known as ''The Dancing Princess'' was the youngest performer on ''ASAP'' for their second anniversary concert at the Araneta Coliseum.

In 1999, Prats was chosen to be the main lead of the youth-oriented show ''G-mik''. She was paired with Stefano Mori, Miko Samson, and Danilo Barrios. Her older brother, John Prats, was part of the show too. Prats was also one of the lead casts of ABS-CBN afternoon soap opera ''Marinella'' together with then child stars Shaina Magdayao and Serena Dalrymple.

In early 2000s, Prats also became part of several ABS-CBN sitcoms like ''Arriba, Arriba!'' (2000-2003) with Jolina Magdangal and ''Home Along Da Airport'' (2003-2005) with Dolphy. She played her first villain role in the first Philippine action-drama soap opera ''Basta't Kasama Kita'' starring Judy Ann Santos and Robin Padilla.

In 2005, Prats left ABS-CBN and Star Magic, and moved to rival network, GMA Network. She starred in her first Kapuso teleserye, ''Kung Mamahalin Mo Lang Ako''.

In 2006, Prats joined Richard Gutierrez in ''Captain Barbell'' as his leading lady.

In 2009, Prats was allowed to be part of the horror film '' T2'' distributed by Star Cinema. She was also invited in ''Kapamilya Deal or No Deal'', seen on ABS-CBN. But she confirmed via ''PEP.com'' that she will remain a GMA contract actress.

In 2015, Prats was honored with her own star on the Eastwood City Walk of Fame.

Prats was the host of the decade long running Kapuso talk show, ''MARS''.

In 2022, Prats renewed her exclusive Sparkle contract and exclusive GMA Network contract.

In 2023, Prats made an acting comeback in Philippine television with the series ''AraBella''.

In 2025, Prats took on her first dual role as Olive, who struggles with Munchausen syndrome by proxy (MSbP) and her vibrant twin sister Jade in '' Mommy Dearest''.

Public image and impact

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''. Prats stellar portrayal as the kind-hearted ''Princess Sarah'' cemented her child superstar status and made the character synonymous with her.

Prats as ''Princess Sarah'' is remembered fondly by older generations. For many Filipinos, the movie and Prats role evoke a sense of nostalgia and childhood memories, connecting them to a specific era and story.

Prats success and the popularity of ''Sarah... Ang Munting Prinsesa'' have influenced the development of other child actors and Filipino cinema.

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 fellow actor John Prats.

Prats attended OB Montessori for grade school and ABS-CBN Distance Learning Center for high school. She's a Marketing junior at Thames International Business School. In 2007, Prats decided to go to the United States to finish her studies. Prats studied Early Childhood Education and Montessori teaching in Los Angeles, California.

Anthony C. Linsangan, founder of Wheels Auto Performance, a childhood and family friend of Prats, is the actual father of her baby. Prats confirmed her civil marriage with Linsangan on January 5, 2008, in Los Angeles, California at The Albertson Wedding Chapel.

On January 24, 2008, Prats gave birth to her first child.

On March 5, 2010, Prats and Linsangan married again in a church wedding at the Sanctuario de San Antonio in Forbes Park, Makati.

On September 23, 2011, her first husband, Anthony Linsangan, died of nasopharyngeal carcinoma at the age of 31.

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. They have two children together and are co-parenting Yambao's son from a previous relationship.

Prats is a devout Christian. Prats is a public speaker and travels all over the country to share a message about her faith in God.

Other ventures

Endorsements

Prats is one of the country's leading celebrity endorsers.

PLDT Home, Unilab FortiD, CDO Holiday, Nestlé Puritan's Pride, Condura, Shinagawa, Physiogel, Beautederm, Universal Health Care, Lactum, KoolFever, RiteMed for Kids, Sanosan, Joie, Plemex, Cheez Whiz, Jolly Claro Cooking Oil, 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.

Prats was a longtime image model and media spokesperson for Banco Filipino's Happy Savers Club. In 2002, she was inducted as the first National President of the Happy Savers Club with more than 90,000 members.

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. Star Magic artist Belle Mariano is a notable alumna.

Prats owns the Japanese restaurant Asakusa Home of Tempura and Tito's Fil-Mex.

Prats co-owns an activewear brand, Moov Activ.

Advocacy

Prats is known for her advocacy on body positivity and environmental awareness. Additionally, Prats partnered with World Vision to promote their ''A Pursuit of Joy'' campaign, which focuses on child-focused humanitarian efforts.

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.

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.

Filmography

Television series

Drama anthology

Television shows

Television special

Concerts

Film

Awards and nominations

Film

Television

References

External links

Camille Prats Biography on dPinoyWeb.com
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Camille Prats
at the ABS-CBN Talent Center website

Sparkle profile
at the GMA Network website
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{{DEFAULTSORT:Prats, Camille
1985 births
Living people
Filipino television actresses
Filipino child actresses
Filipino people of American descent
Filipino film actresses
Star Magic
Filipino women comedians
ABS-CBN people
GMA Network (company) people
Kapampangan people
Actresses from Manila
Comedians from Manila