Actress-comedienne Rufa Mae Quinto set social media abuzz after her latest transformation on "Your Face Sounds Familiar," where she impersonated American-Korean rapper Jessi in a high-energy performance that immediately went viral.
Quinto, known for her comedic flair and larger-than-life stage presence, surprised viewers with her take on Jessi’s signature vocals and bold stage persona. Clips of her performance quickly circulated on TikTok, drawing thousands of reactions including one from Jessi herself.
The American-Korean singer left a playful comment on a reposted TikTok video, writing, “What’s going on?” a lighthearted response that sent Filipino netizens into a frenzy. Fans flooded the comments with excitement, tagging Quinto and celebrating the unexpected international interaction.
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The actress has been praised online for her fearless and humorous approach to the impersonation.
During an interview at the PMPC Star Awards, Quinto said, “Jessi po ako nag-Korean ako alam mo 'yun Zoom In Zoom Out, Korean pala lyrics nun kala ko naman English! 'Di ba Zoom In Zoom Out? Yun lang pala English dun pero naitawid ko.”
"Your Face Sounds Familiar" continues to showcase weekly transformations from its celebrity contestants.