Dustin Yu is a well-known actor and entrepreneur in the Philippines. He first became popular because of his role in various Filipino TV shows and films and later became a star when he participated in Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition. Having being born and raised in Quezon City, he became famous because of shows and films like Mano Po Legacy: The Family Fortune and PBB Collab Season. Apart from his work in the film industry, he is also an entrepreneur who runs his own restaurant.
As a result of his popularity, a lot of people would want to know more about Dustin Yu. His age, height, nationality, family business, as well as his looks both before and after his nose job. While some of the information is a known fact, there are certain things about him that have not yet been proved and are purely speculation.
In this article, we will be separating facts from pure guesses. Information will be based on what is known as of November 2026. When there is no information publicly available, it will be mentioned.
Dustin Yu Quick Facts
Dustin Charles Yu was born on May 13, 2001 in Quezon City. In November 2026, he will be turning 25 years old. He is an actor and businessman who started his career in 2021 according to his Wikipedia page.
Below you will find a summary of only the facts that have been reported by reliable sources. Where there is no reliable evidence, it will state this.
| Field | Information |
| Full Name | Dustin Charles Yu |
| Chinese Name | 楊力成 (Yáng Lìchéng), as listed on Wikipedia |
| Date of Birth | May 13, 2001 |
| Age | 25 (as of November 12, 2026) |
| Birthplace | Quezon City, Philippines |
| Nationality | Filipino |
| Background | Raised in a Chinese Filipino household |
| Profession | Actor, businessman |
| Known For | Mano Po Legacy: The Family Fortune, PBB Celebrity Collab Edition, Love You So Bad, The Secrets of Hotel 88 |
| Talent Agency | Sparkle GMA Artist Center |
| Height | 5 ft 8 in (173 cm), as listed by Wikipedia |
| Restaurant | Eraya, San Juan, Metro Manila |
| Net Worth | Not reliably confirmed |
| @dustinyuu |
How Old Is Dustin Yu And What Is His Height?
Dustin Yu celebrated his 25th birthday in May 2026 by holding a charity event for his fans named YUniqueNight. However, some older articles will show him as 24 due to the date before his 25th birthday.
The date of Dustin Yu’s birthday can be confirmed. All sources including Wikipedia, MyDramaList and sources within the Philippine entertainment industry list his birthday as being May 13th, 2001.
As per Wikipedia, Dustin Yu is 5’8” (or 173cm). This is equivalent to roughly 1.73m. It should be noted that celebrity heights are typically listed as the celebrity states themselves so should be seen as an estimative figure. We couldn’t find any conflicting information from major sources.
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Nationality And Chinese Heritage
Dustin Yu is Filipino. He was born and raised in Quezon City, growing up in a Chinese Filipino household teaching him the value of self discipline at an early age. This is why searches for Dustin Yu Chinese are so common.
He is well known amongst fans for playing the role of Kenneth Chan, the youngest of a well known Filipino Chinese family, in Mano Po Legacy: The Family Fortune. He has been described as chinito on GMA’s PBB profile gallery.
In real life he is a Filipino national who has Chinese Filipino heritage. They are often referred to as Chinoy in the Philippines. He also has a Chinese name recorded on Wikipedia. There is no information in public sources regarding his heritage, therefore nothing has been added.
Dustin Yu’s Family And Family Business
There does not appear to be much public information about Dustin’s parents and brothers and sisters. There are some biographical sites which mention his parents and say his father was a ‘businessman’. However these were not major sites and did not reference any sources, so we cannot confirm this information.
It is clear that Dustin’s own business was a fusion restaurant called ‘Eraya’ in San Juan started with business partners (Wikipedia). This was not his family business.
None of the major sites mentioned what the family business was. If you search up Dustin Yu family business it will mostly bring up results about his restaurant. Without further information from Dustin or a credible interview, the family aspect of this question cannot be confirmed.
Early Career And Rise As An Actor
After entering the acting industry in 2021, Dustin Yu was already being hailed as one of the rising Regal Babies by Inquirer Entertainment in August 2022. He was officially announced as a member of the Sparkle GMA Artist Center family during the Signed for Stardom event in November 2022 (GMA).
Through the movie Shake, Rattle & Roll Extreme, he received the New Movie Actor of the Year award at the 40th PMPC Star Awards for Movies. In this movie, he played the role of Bong. This gave him early recognition outside of TV.
Key early milestones include:
- 2021: Begins his acting career
- 2022: Joins Sparkle and appears in Mano Po Legacy: The Family Fortune
- 2023: Makes his film debut in Shake, Rattle & Roll Extreme
- 2024: Wins New Movie Actor of the Year and appears in Guilty Pleasure
- 2024: Launches his restaurant, Eraya
Dustin Yu On Pinoy Big Brother
Dustin Yu became a household name when he joined the first season of Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition in 2025. He was known as the Chinito Boss Sikap ng Quezon City.
During the season Dustin teamed up with several pairs. He started off with Klarisse De Guzman and Esnyr. For the final pair challenge, he chose Bianca De Vera who had become an important part of his journey.
Dustin and Bianca were the final housemates to be evicted after losing the final Big Jump Challenge to Brent Manalo and Mika Salamanca who were declared the Big Winners. However, he later responded to comments from viewers describing him as passive agressive and a manipulator. His popularity continued to rise and fans showed up to his first fan meet with Bianca.
Dustin Yu’s Movies And TV Shows
Dustin Yu was able to land some big roles after the show. He plays alongside Bianca De Vera and Will Ashley in Love You So Bad, a film under the 51st Metro Manila Film Festival. He also played in the horror anthology Shake, Rattle & Roll: Evil Origins.
He is also part of the cast in The Secrets of Hotel 88. This mystery series runs every Monday to Friday at 9:35 p.m. on GMA Prime. It is a collaboration between GMA and Kapamilya.
| Year | Title | Role |
| 2022 | Mano Po Legacy: The Family Fortune (TV) | Kenneth Chan |
| 2023 | Shake, Rattle & Roll Extreme | Bong |
| 2024 | Guilty Pleasure | Zach |
| 2025 | Shake, Rattle & Roll: Evil Origins | Riel |
| 2025 | Love You So Bad | Laurence Adrian “LA” Dolores |
| 2026 | The Secrets of Hotel 88 (TV) | Edward Arellano |
Eraya: Dustin Yu’s Restaurant
Eraya is the most documented portion of his business. Together with partners, he opened a fusion restaurant in San Juan and in October 2025 celebrated its anniversary on his Instagram page according to GMA.
This restaurant has gained outside acclaim. They were featured in Spot.ph’s list of 50 Great Restaurants in March 2026 according to GMA. This indicates that it has become more than a vanity project for him as a celebrity. Nonetheless, there are no disclosed sales figures.
- Name: Eraya
- Type: Fusion restaurant
- Location: San Juan, Metro Manila
- Opened: 2024, with business partners
- Recognition: Spot.ph’s 50 Great Restaurants list (2026)
Dustin Yu Before And After: The Nose Surgery Question
The phrase ‘before and after surgery’, as well as ‘old face,’ and ‘real face’ can all be attributed to one known fact; he had a nose operation. Many noticed a difference in his appearance when comparing old and new photos from the early years of his acting career.
In an interview with showbiz columnist Ogie Diaz, he stated that he underwent the operation due to sleep apnea. Due to a narrow airway he was having trouble sleeping. This was a medical decision, he explained (Daily Tribune, August 2025).
There is no reliable source confirming that he underwent any other procedures. Photos can look different due to weight fluctuations, styling and lighting. As he is a young adult, there will also be natural ageing. As such anything outside of what he says should be considered unreliable.
Dustin Yu’s Relationship Status
Most of his relationship searches lead to Bianca De Vera. She was his partner in the PBB finals and a collaborator in several films. The two are popular as a duet on-screen and they’ve gone to different events together like the MEGA Ball 2026.
Speaking during an endorsement launch in October 2025, he said that Bianca was his girlfriend material and mentioned that he was very selective when it came to the ladies. GMA also mentioned that he had a real friend in Bianca and that their friendship continued after the show ended.
This doesn’t mean they are confirmed though. As of November 2026 we couldn’t find any statements regarding them being an official couple. His relationship status would be best described as “Unclear”.
Net Worth And Sources of Income
There is no verified or reliable estimate of Dustin Yu’s net worth. One unreliable source from a bio website suggests that he has a net worth between $100,000 and $1 million. However, we will not include this due to no evidence being given. Due to search interest there isn’t a specific figure that can be confirmed.
We can confirm the different sources of income that Dustin has. These include acting, brand endorsements and owning a restaurant. However, there are no publicly available figures.
- Acting in TV and film including leading role in Love You So Bad.
- Brand endorsements including Aromagicare.
- Owning Eraya with business partners.
- Fan meetups including Destiny: The Dustin Yu Experience.
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Latest Dustin Yu Updates In 2026
In 2026, he has been keeping busy with The Secrets of Hotel 88. In June 2026, he said thank you to his viewers for watching the final episodes of the suspense series. He has also been staying busy on primetime through this role with his PBB housemates.
Outside of work, he has been keeping busy with his fans and business. In March, Eraya got the recognition from Spot.ph. He celebrated his 25th birthday with a charity event. He and Bianca De Vera also celebrated their fan club’s anniversary by giving assistance to jeepney drivers.
He has also been keeping busy on Instagram. He has an account @dustinyuu where he usually gets GMA to credit. His fanbase is called the Dustination family.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Dustin Yu?
Dustin Yu is 25 years old as of November 2026. He was born on May 13, 2001, and turned 25 in May 2026.
When is Dustin Yus birthday?
Dustin Yus birthday is on May 13. Wikipedia, MyDramaList and GMA coverage all agree that Dustin Yu was born in 2001.
What is Dustin Yus height?
Wikipedia lists Dustin Yus height as 5 ft 8 in or 173 cm. Treat that number as a likely self reported figure.
Is Dustin Yu Chinese or Filipino?
Dustin Yu is Filipino, born and raised in Quezon City. Allure Philippines says Dustin Yu grew up in a Chinese Filipino household.
What is Dustin Yus family business?
Public sources do not clearly identify one. The business Dustin Yu is publicly tied to is Eraya, the San Juan fusion restaurant Dustin Yu launched with partners in 2024.
Did Dustin Yu have surgery?
Dustin Yu has acknowledged a nose procedure, which he said was related to sleep apnea. No credible source confirms any surgery for Dustin Yu.
Does Dustin Yu have a girlfriend?
No couple status for Dustin Yu has been officially confirmed. Dustin Yu has praised Bianca De Vera publicly. Both have described their bond mainly as a close friendship.
What movies and TV shows has Dustin Yu been, in?
Dustin Yus credits include Mano Po Legacy: The Family Fortune, Shake, Rattle & Roll Extreme, Guilty Pleasure, Shake, Rattle & Roll: Evil Origins, Love You So. The Secrets of Hotel 88.
Conclusion
The story of Dustin Yu tells of an actor who started in Quezon City and quickly moved from roles to leading parts in just a few years. According to the facts Dustin had his award-winning movie debut did a high-profile PBB stay with Bianca De Vera played the character in a movie for Metro Manila Film Festival and was in a primetime series in 2026. Also he owns a restaurant that has gotten some attention on its own.
Most other details about Dustin Yu are still up for guesswork. Even though there is proof about his age, his date of birth and his height his family business, his net worth and his marital status have not been confirmed by any trustworthy sources. The only thing, about his looks that Dustin has officially said is that he had rhinoplasty.
