Sassa Gurl
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.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 " 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
Filmography
Films
| Year | Title | Role | |
| 2022 | The Entitled | Kim | |
| 2024 | Balota | Babe | |
| 2025 | Bar Boys: After School | Trisha Perez | |
| 2025 | Shake, Rattle & Roll Evil Origins | Sky | |
| TBA |