Athlete, influencer, content creator, and signed artist, Shan Vesagas is coming through with that rising it-boy behavior.
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Trends may come and go, but social media never fails to be the judge of the new personalities and faces that you need to have on your radar. It’s one thing, after all, to have a viral video, but it’s another to retain that appeal in the fast-paced online world. Such is the case with Shan Vesagas.
The 24-year-old content creator had a following on TikTok over the past couple of years. But it was only in 2024 that he blew up after he was cast in Esnyr Ranollo’s popular high school YouTube series where he plays Precious’ first love interest. Thanks to the role, Shan has seen his profile rise and gained popularity as one of social media’s newest boy crushes. But there’s more to Shan than just having a pretty face. Here are a few fun facts about this rising content creator.
HE’S A STUDENT
We can only begin to imagine what it’s like dealing with millions of people getting to know you in just a few months. But Shan is taking it all in stride, and doing all that while still getting his degree. ICYDK, he’s a college student currently in his 4th year at De La Salle University – Dasmariñas taking up Hotel Management. Shan is probably the most popular student on campus atp.
HE’S A VARSITY BASKETBALL PLAYER
While he’s known these days for his online presence, Shawn is also a talented athlete. Before becoming an influencer, Shan was first a basketball player and started playing the sport when he was in Grade 4. And it isn’t just a casual hobby for him as Shan was a varsity basketball player at De La Salle Zobel and is currently a point guard and shooting guard at De La Salle University – Dasmariñas. We can see why he plays the jock of the series.
HE BEGAN MAKING TIKTOKS IN 2020
Shan’s first foray into online fame began when he joined TikTok in 2020 and posted dance videos on the platform. From there, he gained a following which led him to become a social media influencer. “I started being an influencer during the pandemic and then I didn’t know that it would be an opportunity for me,” said the athlete in an interview. As we all know, his popularity would reach new heights later on with the help of another TikTok content creator.
HE’S SIGNED TO SPARKLE
As they say, strike while the iron is hot. With Shan currently enjoying his time in the spotlight, the Gen Z personality has been making moves to make the most out of his new opportunities. Case in point: last May, he signed as a talent under Sparkle, GMA’s talent management arm. Yes, that technically makes him a Kapuso and he even attended the 2024 GMA Gala as one. You just might spot him in a project or two down the line.
HIS DIGITAL FOOTPRINT INCLUDES APPEARING IN A BL SERIES
Most may know Shan for Esnyr’s high school video, but that isn’t the first time he’s starred in a digital series. In 2021, Shan had a supporting role in Diving Into Love, a digital BL series, where he played the role of Kian. Okay budding actor, we see you.
Photos taken from Shan Vesagas’ Instagram
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