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Arman Salon | |
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| Born | Arman Gatdula Macasusi |
| Other name | Mother Arman |
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| Years active | 2024–present |
| Children | 5 |
Armando Gatdula Macasusi, professionally known as Arman Salon, is a Filipino content creator, actor, and TikTok personality. He rose to fame for his comedic skits and acting videos with his notable lines "Jusko Po! Jusko Po!", eventually transitioning into mainstream television.[1] His content showcases impromptu acting and dialogue reminiscent of the Philippines' heavy dramas, thrillers, and horrors.[2]
Macasusi maintains a significant presence across other social media platforms. In 2025, he has garnered over 328,000 followers on Facebook and more than 15,000 followers on Instagram.[3] As of early 2026, he has accumulated over 548,000 followers on TikTok.[4]
Early life and career
[edit]Before becoming a viral sensation, Macasusi worked various jobs to support his family, including selling banana cue and turon, newspapers, pandesal, and fishballs.[2][5] He then started his salon career and established a salon whom he owned in Rodriguez, Rizal, a place he has had for 10 years. It is where he films his viral TikTok contents.[2]
He gained significant attention on TikTok in 2024, earning the title of the platform's "breakout star" for his relatable comedy.[1] His popularity grew further when veteran actress Charo Santos dubbed one of his videos, which garnered over 5.9 million views.[6]
In 2025, he expressed his grief over the passing of his idol, Nora Aunor, citing her as a major inspiration for his acting style and career.[7]
Television and appearances
[edit]Macasusi has appeared in several television programs, series, and acting challenges. He participated in an acting challenge alongside Nadine Lustre in November 2024.[8] He also appeared on 2024 TV series, Maka, as characters "Bern" or "Fern", and worked with Romnick Sarmenta and Barbie Forteza.[3]
In November 2024, Macasusi was featured on the news magazine show Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho, where he shared his experiences prior to becoming a content creator and discussed his life raising five children. The show also invited him to GMA Network for a mock audition, during which he performed a face-to-face acting scene with Barbie Forteza.[2]
Macasusi appeared in 2025 television series My Ilonggo Girl as one of the supporting casts.[9]
In March 2025, Macasusi was guest-starred on the food documentary show Pinas Sarap hosted by Kara David for a special, multi-part "Kusina Battle" mini-series.
On the variety show TiktoClock, he hosted a segment called "Salon De Chika".[10] Despite receiving offers to enter politics, he stated in 2025 on program Lutong Bahay that he intends to focus on his career as a content creator and actor.[11]
In October 2025, Macasusi appeared as a guest on Kara David's video podcast, "i-Listen", where they revisited their first meeting on the program Pinas Sarap, and shared details about his personal life.[12]
Macasusi was one of the celebrity contestants in a TV5 reality singing competition, Sing Galing!, which concluded its run on March 22, 2026.[4]
Personal life
[edit]Macasusi is a member of the LGBTQIA+ community. He shared that he had a boyfriend before. In 1991, Macasusi had a girlfriend who became a mother of his three children, but they separated.[2] He once again fell in love with a woman who looked after his children, and together they had two children of their own. Yet, similar to his first wife, his second wife reportedly continued to search for what she considered a "true man."[12][13]
In June 2025, he attended the Reyna ng Bulaklakan parade in Malabon, celebrating Pride Month.[14]
Filmography
[edit]Television appearances
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Himself | Featured guest | [2] | |
| 2024 | "Bern" or "Fern" | Supporting cast | [3] | |
| 2025 | Himself | Guest | [15] | |
| 2025 | Player | [16] | ||
| 2025 | Guest | [17] | ||
| 2025 | Hilda | Supporting cast | [9] | |
| 2025 | Himself | Guest | [18] | |
| 2025 | [10] | |||
| 2025–2026 | Himself | Sing-lebrity | [4] | |
| 2026 | Guest |
References
[edit]- 1 2 Bennett, Dahl (December 28, 2024). "Arman Salon: TikTok's Breakout Star of 2024 Has a Teleserye All His Own". Spot.ph. Retrieved May 10, 2026.
- 1 2 3 4 5 6 Roque, Nika (November 17, 2024). "Arman Salon: The story behind the TikTok sensation". GMA News Online. Retrieved May 10, 2026.
- 1 2 3 Anoc, Aimee (November 18, 2024). "TikTok star Arman Salon humataw sa aktingan kasama nina Romnick Sarmenta, Barbie Forteza" [TikTok star Arman Salon showcases his acting alongside Romnick Sarmenta and Barbie Forteza]. GMA Entertainment (in Filipino). Retrieved May 10, 2026.
- 1 2 3 Siazon, Rachelle (April 6, 2026). "Arman Salon na miyembro ng LGBTQIA+ community, nagkaroon ng 5 anak sa 2 babae" [Arman Salon, a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, has 5 children on 2 women]. PEP.ph (in Filipino). Retrieved May 10, 2026.
- ↑ Santos, Jamil (October 8, 2025). "TikTok sensation na si Arman Salon, naglako ng banana que, turon at iba pa para buhayin ang mga anak" [TikTok sensation Arman Salon sells banana cue, turon, and other snacks to support his children]. GMA News (in Filipino). Retrieved May 10, 2026.
- ↑ Abanilla, Imee (December 16, 2024). "10M views agad: Charo Santos patok na patok sa TikTok" [Charo Santos' TikTok video reaches 10M views]. Abante TNT (in Filipino). Retrieved May 10, 2026.
- ↑ Lirio, Albert Josef (April 19, 2025). "Content creator Arman Salon mourns loss of Superstar Nora Aunor". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved May 10, 2026.
- ↑ Nicart, Lyka (November 22, 2024). "TikTok star Arman Salon faces Nadine Lustre in acting challenge". Latest Chika. Retrieved May 10, 2026.
- 1 2 Santiago, Ervin (March 4, 2025). "Jillian Ward, winner na winner na naman sa 'My Ilonggo Girl', may 1-B views na" [Jillian Ward scores another success with 'My Ilonggo Girl', surpassing 1 billion views]. Inquirer Bandera (in Filipino). Retrieved May 10, 2026.
- 1 2 "TiktoClock: Fatherland stars, naki-chismis kina Arman Salon at Royce Cabrera" [TiktoClock: Fatherland stars chat with Arman Salon and Royce Cabrera]. GMA Entertainment (in Filipino). April 11, 2025. Retrieved May 10, 2026.
- ↑ Cruz, Hazel Jane (January 15, 2025). "Arman Salon, focus daw muna sa content creation at pagiging artista" [Arman Salon says he is focusing on content creation and acting for now]. GMA Entertainment (in Filipino). Retrieved May 10, 2026.
- 1 2 Santiago, Ervin (October 14, 2025). "LGBTQIA member Arman Salon, 5 ang anak sa 2 babae pero bading talaga ko" [LGBTQIA member Arman Salon has 5 children on 2 women but says, "I'm really gay."]. Inquirer Bandera (in Filipino). Retrieved May 10, 2026.
- ↑ Santos, Jamil (October 8, 2025). "Arman Salon na miyembro ng LGBTQIA+ community, nagkaroon ng 5 anak sa 2 babae" [LGBTQIA+ community member Arman Salon has 5 children on 2 women]. GMA News (in Filipino). Retrieved May 10, 2026.
- ↑ Nicol, Hannah (June 23, 2025). "Malabon gov't celebrates Pride Month with Reyna ng Bulaklakan parade". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved May 10, 2026.
- ↑ "Arman Salon, ikinuwento ang naranasang 'attitde' ng kapwa content creator" [Arman Salon shares his experience with the 'attitude' of a fellow content creator]. GMA Entertainment (in Filipino). January 15, 2025. Retrieved May 10, 2026.
- ↑ "Family Feud: Arman Salon at Sofronio Vasquez, nagtagisan sa hulaan" [Family Feud: Arman Salon and Sofronio Vasquez face off in a guessing game]. GMA Entertainment (in Filipino). Retrieved May 10, 2026.
- ↑ "Arman Salon, nakisaya at nakigulo sa Sine Mo 'To | It's Showtime" [Arman Salon joins the fun on Sine Mo 'To | It's Showtime]. ABS-CBN Studios (in Filipino). March 7, 2025. Retrieved May 10, 2026.
- ↑ GMA Public Affairs (March 31, 2025). "Part 2 ng Kusina Battle sa Tanza, Cavite nina Kara David at Arman Salon (Full Episode) | Pinas Sarap" [Part 2 of Kara David and Arman Salon's Kusina Battle in Tanza, Cavite (Full Episode) | Pinas Sarap] (in Filipino). Retrieved May 10, 2026. – via YouTube
External links
[edit]- Arman Salon at IMDb