Gaby dela Merced keeps her options open

Former “PBB” housemate, Gaby dela Merced, is, first and foremost, a racer. She caught the public’s interest when she became one of the few Filipinas to dominate the Asian Formula Three circuit. She is the only Filipina who has competed in a full season of the series—an effort that led to a first-runner-up finish in the Philippine National Formula championship.

According to Gaby, racing gives her a sense of freedom. She was willing to dabble in any Olympic sport, then she was introduced to motor sports. It didn’t take long for her to realize what her true calling was.

But, she learned even more when she joined “Pinoy Big Brother,” where she placed third. She recalled: “I learned to share my thoughts or listen to other people’s problems. I joined ‘PBB’ for the experience—and it was worth it! It gave me direction in life!”

Then, Gaby got her taste of show business: She began hosting ABS-CBN’s “Gaby’s Xtraordinary Files.” She also appeared on Studio 23’s “Living It Up” and “Slipstream.” She even landed on the cover of FHM.

Is Gaby willing to give acting a try? She replies: “I want to keep my options open—although, right now, I’m more comfortable with hosting chores. But, I am a movie addict, and I love watching films! I realize that going into acting would require me to undergo extensive workshops—and I intend to do that soonest!