Fyang


Ashley Sofia "Fyang" Dansico Smith is a Filipino social media personality, model, and actress. She rose to national prominence after winning the reality show Pinoy Big Brother: Gen 11, the Philippine adaptation of the Dutch reality competition series Big Brother, where she was dubbed as "Ang Anakabogerang Influencer ng Mandaluyong".

Early life and education

Fyang was born May 14, 2006, and raised in Mandaluyong, Philippines to a Filipino mother and an American father who is a businessman. She attended José Rizal University and completed her senior high school at Lyceum Alabang in 2025.

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

Television / Web

Discography

Studio album

Awards and nominations

AwardYearCategoryNominated workResult
PMPC Star Awards for Television2025Best New Female TV PersonalityHerselfWon
VP Choice Awards2025Promising Female Star of the YearHerselfWon
VP Choice Awards2025Fandom of the YearHerself Won