Ivana Alawi: Age, Real Name, Career, Relationship Rumors and Latest News in 2026

Ivana Alawi is a Filipino Moroccan YouTuber, actress, and entrepreneur who has become one of the most recognizable faces in Philippine entertainment. Wikipedia lists her as the most-subscribed Filipino personality on YouTube, with about 20.4 million subscribers. In 2026, her name has appeared in headlines for a Prime Video drama, two broadcast awards,s and a heavily criticized phone giveaway.

People who search for Ivana Alawi usually want a handful of answers: her age, real name, height, net worth, boyfriend, and latest vlog. This article addresses each one using named news reports, network press releases, and reference pages, and it flags the places where the public record is thin. Rumors are labeled as rumors.

As of October 10, 2026, she is 29 years old, and she turns 30 on Christmas Day. Her public story runs from a 2015 reality contest to Star Magic, and from a YouTube channel launched in 2019 to a series shot in Morocco. The sections below follow that path, then cover her relationship rumors, the piso phone sales, the iPhone 17 giveaway, and common questions.

Ivana Alawi Quick Facts

The table below gathers basic facts that can be tied to reference pages or news coverage. Where sources disagree, the entry says so instead of picking a number, and figures that change quickly carry a date.

Wikidata gives her birth date as December 25, 1996, and Wikipedia agrees. Several low-quality websites publish other birthdates, birthplaces, or even a different country of origin for the same name, so copied biographies deserve caution.

Field	Information
Known as	Ivana Alawi
Real name	Mariam Sayed Sameer Marbella Al Alawi
Other credited names	Mariam Al Alawi, Mariel Rey
Date of birth	December 25, 1996
Age	29 as of October 10, 2026
Birthplace	Manila, according to Wikidata; Wikipedia says only the Philippines
Citizenship	Philippines and Morocco, per Wikidata
Profession	Content creator, actress, entrepreneur
Talent agency	Star Magic, since 2018
Business	Chief executive officer of the skincare brand Ivana Skin
YouTube	About 20.4 million subscribers (Wikipedia, 2026)
Height	1.57 m (5 ft 2 in) per Wikipedia; other pages differ
Relationship status	No relationship publicly confirmed
Net worth	Not reliably confirmed

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Ivana Alawi Age, Birthday and Real Name

Ivana Alawi was born on December 25, 1996, which makes her 29 years old as of October 10, 2026. She turns 30 on Christmas Day this year. LionhearTV reported that a Karen Davila interview aired on Christmas Day, her birthday, when she was entering her thirties at 29.

Her full name is Mariam Sayed Sameer Marbella Al Alawi, according to Wikipedia. She was credited as Mariam Al Alawi on StarStruck in 2015, and as Mariel Rey in a 2011 role. Ivana Alawi is her professional name.

Some biography pages list a different birthdate or place, and one even claims an Indonesian background. Those pages conflict with Wikipedia, Wikidata, and Philippine news coverage, so they are not used here. Her birthplace is the least settled detail, since Wikidata says Manila while Wikipedia only says the Philippines.

Ivana Alawi Early Life, Family and Siblings

Alawi was raised in Bahrain by a Filipino mother and a Moroccan father. She is the third of four children, and her youngest sibling is the actress and model Mona Alawi, known professionally as Mona Louise Rey. Her father, Samier Al Alawi, died in 2018.

Philstar reported that she received an inheritance from her father that included a property in Bahrain. Wikipedia states that she inherited his money. No reliable source has published the value of that inheritance, so any specific figure online should be treated as a guess.

In her Christmas Day 2025 interview with Karen Davila, she became emotional while recalling her parents’ separation and the period when the family lived in Bahrain. That is her own account. The public record offers little else about her private family life, and this article does not speculate beyond it.

Ivana Alawi Career Beginnings: From StarStruck to Star Magic

Her earliest listed credit is the 2011 show Tween Hearts. She then joined the sixth season of GMA 7’s StarStruck in 2015, placing among the top 22 contestants, and was signed by GMA Artist Center.

By 2018, she was anABS-CBNN artist under Star Magic. Over the following years, her television roles moved from antagonist parts to lead roles, and she won a PMPC Star Award in 2019 for her work in Sino ang Maysala? Mea Culpa.

• 2011: Tween Hearts, credited as Mariel Rey
• 2015: StarStruck season 6, top 22 finisher
• 2018: Precious Hearts Romances Presents: Araw Gabi, as Rina, plus a guest role in FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano
• 2019: Film debut in Open, an appearance in 3pol Trobol: Huli Ka Balbon!, and a main cast role in Sino ang Maysala? Mea Culpa
• 2019: Best New Female Personality at the 33rd PMPC Star Awards for Television
• 2022: Lead role in the film Partners in Crime and in the series A Family Affair

Ivana Alawi YouTube Success and Social Media Reach

Wikipedia says Alawi launched her self-titled YouTube channel in 2019, although its infobox lists 2018 as the start of her channel activity, so the exact launch year is slightly inconsistent. The channel centers on vlogging and has made her the most-subscribed Filipino celebrity on the platform.

Subscriber numbers move constantly. HypeAuditor listed 20.1 million in December 2025, a Spiralytics ranking showed 20.3 million in March 2026, and Wikipedia lists 20.4 million for 2026. Her Facebook page marked 50 million followers in July 2026, according to the Daily Tribune.

Platform	Reported figure	Source and date
YouTube subscribers	20.1 million	HypeAuditor, December 2025
YouTube subscribers	20.3 million	Spiralytics, March 2026
YouTube subscribers	20.4 million	Wikipedia, 2026
YouTube total views	1.9 billion	Wikipedia, 2026
Facebook followers	50 million	Daily Tribune, July 2026

Apps Where Ivana Alawi Interacts With Fans

Alawi reaches fans across several platforms instead of a single app. Her Instagram username is ivanaalawi, and her official TikTok account has been used for short clips and live sessions tied to her giveaways.

In 2021, Cosmopolitan Philippines described a Kumu Live session where she answered fans’ questions about her love life. Television audiences also see her on ASAP, where Wikipedia lists her as a performer since 2022.

• YouTube: her main vlog channel
• Facebook: video posts and large giveaways, including the July 2026 iPhone vlog
• TikTok: short videos and live sessions, including the piso phone sales
• Instagram: photos and announcements
• Kumu Live: used for a fan question session in 2021

Ivana Alawi Piso Phone: What It Was

The phrase piso phone refers to TikTok live sessions where Alawi offered phones for one peso. Her official TikTok account posted a clip announcing piso phones for her live session, and another clip uploaded on December 7, 2024 teased a piso phone giveaway for the next day. A fan caption dated March 2, 2025 describes a live event.

One fan video caption claimed that all 500 pieces sold out instantly. That number comes from a user caption, not from a news outlet or from Alawi herself, so it remains unverified. Delivery and payment terms were not independently documented in the sources reviewed.

The Daily Tribune also reported in May 2025 that she spent half a million pesos on phones for followers, including ₱386,890 at an Apple store and ₱113,000 on Android models. At least one TikTok user posted a scam warning about peso iPhone offers, which is why fans should confirm any sale directly on her verified accounts.

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Ivana Alawi iPhone 17 Giveaway and Requirements

The most widely reported vlog of 2026 so far appeared on July 15. Alawi documented herself buying 100 phones for a total of ₱4,280,750. The Daily Tribune cited a figure of about ₱8.5 million instead, so the cost is reported differently. Manila Bulletin said the video passed 108 million views.

Criticism followed because one entry requirement involved an online gambling platform she endorses, which several outlets identified as Casino Plus. The Inquirer reported that other influencers joined the criticism, and Manila Bulletin noted in its July 22 report that she had not issued a statement. Reports differ on whether the original post stayed online, and no winner list was found.

• Follow Alawi’s Facebook page
• Share the video
• Comment a preferred phone color
• Follow the partner platform’s Facebook page, from which winners were to be drawn at random

Love Is Never Gone and Recent Projects

Love Is Never Gone premiered on Prime Video on May 8, 2026, and is the first Filipino series shot and set in Morocco, where her father is from. It marks her first teleserye pairing with Joshua Garcia. ABS-CBN reported that it ranked first on Prime Video Philippines after its premiere weekend.

In the story she plays Yana, a thief known as the Chameleon who steals to care for her sick mother. Her other recent credits include a segment in Shake, Rattle & Roll: Evil Origins in 2025, along with appearances on Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition and Rainbow Rumble that year.

• 2022: Partners in Crime, nominated for Best Actress at the Metro Manila Film Festival
• 2022: A Family Affair, with a Best Actress win at the Gawad Pilipino Icon Awards
• 2023 and 2024: Supporting role in FPJ’s Batang Quiapo
• 2025: Voice role as Rebecca Bluegarden in Edens Zero
• 2026: Love Is Never Gone, streaming on Prime Video

Ivana Alawi Awards and Recent Recognition

The inaugural FAMAS Broadcast Awards took place on July 20, 2026, at The Manila Hotel, where Alawi’s vlog Ivana For All won Best Public Service Show,w and she tied with journalist Kara David for Best Host for Public Service.

The tie drew online debate over whether creators and journalists should share a category, and Kara David said she respects different platforms. Separately, GMA News reported that Alawi explained a viral relief video filmed on a flooded road after critics questioned where she held the distribution.

• 2019: Best New Female Personality at the PMPC Star Awards for Television
• 2021: Ranked fourth on TC Candler’s online list of 100 most beautiful faces
• 2022: Ranked sixth on the same list
• 2022: Best Actress at the Gawad Pilipino Icon Awards
• 2026: Best Public Service Show and a shared Best Host for Public Service at FAMAS

Ivana Alawi Boyfriend and Relationship Rumors

What Is Publicly Confirmed About Her Relationship Status

As of October 10, 2026, none of the sources reviewed show Alawi confirming a romantic relationship. Philippine outlets have linked her name to several men over the years, but each link below rests on rumor, denial, or an unproven allegation rather than an announcement from her.

In 202,1 she told fans during a live session that she would tell them if she had a boyfriend. In her Christmas Day 2025 interview with Karen Davila, she said she hopes to build a family and wants many children.

In the same interview,ew she reportedly said that infidelity relates to contentment and respect, not a woman’s looks. That is her own stated view, not evidence about any particular relationship, and it should not be read as confirming or denying any rumor.

Marco Gumabao: Friends, According to Both

The Marco Gumabao rumor began in October 2021 when a karaoke video went viral showing the actor touching Alawi’s thigh. Many viewers assumed the two were dating, and the clip spread quickly across TikTok and entertainment sites.

Alawi addressed it in a live session, saying there had never been any relationship between them. She also said she saw no malice in the gesture and described them as friends.

Gumabao gave a matching statement at a press event, saying they had been friends for more than a year within the same circle. The sources reviewed do not show that the friendship later turned romantic.

Dan Fernandez: Repeated Denials and Online Speculation

Rumors linking Alawi to former congressman Dan Fernandez have resurfaced for years. In July 2025, Manila Bulletin reported that users noticed his walk-in closet video resembled a closet in her earlier mirror photos from 2023.

Resemblance between two rooms is not evidence of a relationship, and neither person had commented at the time of the report. Manila Bulletin added that Alawi had consistently denied a romance and called him a friend, and that he is married to former actress Sheila Ysrael.

This topic therefore stays in the category of unverified online speculation. No official statement, court record, or direct interview in the sources reviewed establishes a romantic relationship between them, and the careful reading is that they are publicly acquainted friends.

Albee Benitez: The Complaint and the Dismissal

On February 12, 2024, Bacolod politician Albee Benitez publicly apologized to Alawi over speculation about an affair, after Ogie Diaz said on YouTube that they were spotted at a Tokyo airport. Benitez said his trip was official business and that the rumors were untrue.

In late May 2025, a complaint by his estranged wife, Dominique Lopez, named Alawi as an alleged mistress, and both Benitez and Alawi denied it. Benitez called the allegations baseless and retaliatory.

The Makati City Prosecutor’s Office dismissed the complaint for insufficient evidence, in a resolution dated June 23 and made public on July 9, 2025. According to Abogado, the resolution said airport photos could not conclusively prove an affair. A dismissal at this stage is not a trial verdict, but the sources reviewed show no finding that an affair occurred.

Joshua Garcia: Co-star and Fan Favorite Pairing

In October 2021, Alawi publicly said she had a crush on actor Joshua Garcia, and he responded that he was flattered and open to being friends. For years, fans hoped the two would meet on screen.

ABS CBN announced on November 13, 2025, that the two would star together in Love Is Never Gone, calling it their first pairing as a team. The network later highlighted viewer praise for their chemistry.

Nothing in the sources reviewed shows that the two are a couple off camera. They are co-stars, and the on-screen pairing explains why their names trend together online. Any claim of a real romance should be treated as unconfirmed unless one of them says so.

Timeline of Public Claims and Responses

The timeline below lists only events that a named outlet reported with a date. It separates claims from outcomes so readers can see which items were denied, dismissed, or never confirmed.

Dates reflect when events were reported, not necessarily when they occurred. The table will go out of date if new statements appear, so readers should check recent coverage for changes after October 2026.

Date	Event	Status
October 2021	Marco Gumabao karaoke video goes viral	Both said they were friends
February 2024	Albee Benitez apologizes over affair speculation	He said the rumors were untrue
May 2025	Complaint by Benitez’s wife names Alawi	Alleged, denied by both
July 2025	Closet comparison with Dan Fernandez circulates	Unverified speculation
July 9, 2025	Makati prosecutors dismiss the complaint	Insufficient evidence
December 25, 2025	Karen Davila interview about family goals	Her own statement

Ivana Alawi Net Worth and Income Sources

No audited or officially confirmed net worth for Alawi was found. One 2026 net worth page describes estimates ranging from roughly 400 thousand dollars to 8 million dollars, which shows how little agreement exists. Such figures should be read as rough guesses.

What can be documented is how she earns. She has a large video audience, television and film roles under Star Magic, endorsements, and her own skincare brand. Philippine media also reported in July 2026 that she was considering selling a ₱25 million Hermès bag, but one luxury item does not establish total wealth.

• Video content on YouTube and Facebook
• Acting and hosting work with ABS-CBN and Star Magic
• Brand endorsements, including an online gambling platform that drew criticism in July 2026
• Ivana Skin, where she serves as chief executive officer
• An inheritance from her father, reported in earlier years

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Frequently Asked Questions

How old is Ivana Alawi?

Ivana Alawi was born on December 25, 1996. That makes her 29 years old as of October 10, 2026, and she turns 30 this Christmas Day.

What is Ivana Alawi real name?

Her full name is Mariam Sayed Sameer Marbella Al Alawi. She was credited as Mariam Al Alawi on StarStruck and as Mariel Rey in an earlier role.

How tall is Ivana Alawi?

Wikipedia lists her at 1.57 m, about 5 ft 2 in. A lower-quality page claims 1.68 m, so no single measurement can be called confirmed.

Who is Ivana Alawi boyfriend?

No relationship has been publicly confirmed by her. She has denied a romance with Marco Gumabao, has called Dan Fernandez a friend, and both she and Albee Benitez denied the 2025 allegation.

What is Ivana Alawi net worth?

No reliable, verified figure exists. Online estimates vary widely and usually do not explain their method, so they should be treated as estimates only.

How many YouTube subscribers does Ivana Alawi have?

Wikipedia lists about 20.4 million subscribers in 2026. HypeAuditor reported 20.1 million in December 2025.

What are the requirements for the Ivana Alawi iPhone 17 giveaway?

Reports say entrants had to follow her page, share the video, comment a phone color, and follow a partner platform’s page. The giveaway was announced on July 15, 2026, so check her official accounts for its current status.

Who are Ivana Alawi siblings and parents?

She is the third of four children, and her youngest sibling is Mona Alawi. Her mother is Filipino, and her Moroccan father, Samier Al Alawi, died in 2018.

Conclusion

Ivana Alawi is best understood as a creator who became a mainstream actress. She is 29 years old, was born Mariam Al Alawi, and is the most-subscribed Filipino celebrity on YouTube. Her verified record shows steady growth across television, film, vlogging, and business, with 2026 bringing both awards and controversy.

Searches about Ivana Alawi’s boyfriend, net worth,h and viral moments produce more claims than evidence. The record shows denials, unverified speculation, and a dismissed complaint, but no confirmed relationship and no reliable net worth figure. Readers who want the latest on Ivana Alawi should check her verified accounts and recent reports from established outlets.