Felix Petate, known professionally as Sassa Gurl, is a Filipino comedian, vlogger, and singer who gained popularity on TikTok since 2020.
Early life In her first year of college as a communications major, Sassa dropped out to pursue styling as a way to peek into the world of entertainment. After facing struggles, she returned to school and graduated from Far Eastern University. She then took a call center job so she could afford to buy a secondhand cellphone and start her career as a social media personality.
Raised by traditional conservative Filipino parents, Sassa faced the same challenges as many other children grappling with their gender identity in a country that has yet to enact an anti-discrimination law. Sassa Gurl is a member of the LGBTQIA+ community and defines herself as a trans woman, using the pronoun "she/her".
Career
Social media Sassa Gurl is a content creator and social media personality, known for her comedic skits and lip-sync videos across platforms such as TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and X. She gained additional recognition as the "Drag Runner" on the show Drag Den.
Brand ambassadorship In 2022, Sassa Gurl became the calendar model for White Castle Whisky, becoming the first LGBTQIA+ individual to be featured in the liquor brand's calendar campaign. In February 2026, Sassa Gurl appeared in promotional content for Mobile Legends: Bang Bang.
Acting In 2021, Sassa Gurl made her acting debut in the television series Wish Ko Lang. She subsequently appeared in the film Balota and had roles in The Entitled and Takeshi's Castle Philippines.
Music Sassa Gurl has been involved in several music projects, including the single "Panaginip" with Toni Fowler. She has also contributed to "Aries Rising" by Aries Night and "Pom Pom (Take Me High)" by Manila Luzon. In 2022, she released the single "Lagot!" and in 2023, "Maria Hiwaga", which she co-wrote with Kumareng Harvey and Silas, with Ken Ponce as producer.
Discography Singles Year Title Lead artist(s) Composer(s) 2022"Lagot" Sassa GurlHarvey Encarnacion2023"Maria Hiwaga"Sassa Gurl, Kumareng Harvey, Silas"Panaginip" Sassa Gurl2024"Pom Pom (Take Me High)"Manila LuzonLance Silas Castro, Karl Westerberg, Sassa Gurl"Aries Rising"Aries Night, Sassa GurlMeg Villanueva, Pancho Maniquis, Sassa Gurl"UMA"Sassa GurlSassa Gurl, Jelo De Leon2025"QC Gurlz (Remix)" Stef Aranas, Sassa GurlStef Aranas, Eugene Yaptangco, Sassa Gurl
Filmography Films +Key Denotes films that have not yet been released Year Title Role 2022The EntitledKim2024BalotaBabe2025 Bar Boys: After SchoolTrisha Perez Shake, Rattle & Roll: Evil OriginsSky2026 Saving Cherry Martha TBA
TV series Year Title Role 2022–2023Drag Den season 1Judge2023Royal BloodHenchmanTakeshi's Castle PhilippinesFelix Petate2024Drag Den season 2Judge Regal Studio PresentsKing / Performer2025Prinsesa ng City JailBarangay TanodMga Batang RilesLala's FriendRainbow RumbleContestant
Music video appearances Year Title Singer/Artist 2022"Hauntingly"Silas2023"Maria Hiwaga"Sassa Gurl"Panaginip"Sassa Gurl, Toni Fowler2024"Pom Pom (Take Me High)"Manila Luzon, Sassa Gurl2025"Dungka!"SB19"QC Gurlz (Remix)"Stef Aranas, Sassa Gurl
Awards and nominations Award ceremony Year Category Recipient Result Paragala Media Awards 2025 Most Empowering National Digital Voice Sassa Gurl Platinum Stallion National Media Awards 2026 Breakthrough Artist of the Year Bar Boys: After School VP Choice Awards 2021 Spotlight of the Year Sassa Gurl
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