JaMill (YouTubers)
JaMill | |
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| Born | Jayzam Lloyd Manabat Camille Trinidad |
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| Years active | 2017–2021 (original) 2021–present (current) |
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| Subscribers | 1.05 million |
| Views | 1.3 billion (peak) |
| Last updated: 23 November 2025 | |
JaMill is a Filipino YouTube couple composed of Jayzam Lloyd Manabat and Camille Trinidad.[1] They are known for their vlogs, pranks, and challenge videos.[2] The couple achieved significant popularity in the Philippines, reaching over 12 million subscribers before deleting their original channel in August 2021.[3] They returned to the platform with a new channel in September 2021.[4]
Career
2017–2020: Beginnings and growth
Manabat and Trinidad met through Facebook in 2016.[5] Manabat is from Binangonan, Rizal, while Trinidad is from Gapan, Nueva Ecija.[6] They created their YouTube channel in 2017 to document their daily lives.[1] The channel gained a following for its prank videos and couple-themed content.[2] Their fanbase is collectively referred to as "Mandirigma" (transl. Warriors).[7]
In 2019, the couple was included in the lineup for the YouTube FanFest in Manila.[8] They also developed a reputation as a love team.[9] By July 2021, the couple received the Diamond Play Button from YouTube for surpassing 10 million subscribers.[10] At the time of its deletion in August 2021, their channel was the ninth most-subscribed in the Philippines, with a total of 12.5 million subscribers and 1.3 billion lifetime views.[11]
Music and business ventures
In July 2020, JaMill released a debut single titled "Tayo Hanggang Dulo" (Us Until the End) under Star Pop, a sub-label of Star Music.[12] The song was composed by their talent manager, Perry Lansigan.[13] During the single's launch, Trinidad expressed a desire to collaborate with Solenn Heussaff, while Manabat hoped to work with Michael V..[7]
Outside of content creation, the couple established several businesses, including a merchandise line called the Mandirigma Shop.[5] They opened a milk tea shop in Nueva Ecija in February 2021.[6] In September 2021, they launched a car service business named "Shimmer and Shield".[14][15]
Controversies
Cheating allegations
In April 2021, Trinidad posted photos on Facebook accusing Manabat of cheating on her with multiple women.[16] The issue was featured on the public service program Raffy Tulfo in Action, where two women involved in the controversy gave statements regarding the issue.[17] Manabat appeared on the show, admitted to the affair, and apologized to Trinidad, stating he would not be a cheater forever.[17] The couple eventually reconciled and continued their relationship.[1]
Channel deletion and tax issues
On August 19, 2021, the couple deleted their YouTube channel, which had over 12 million subscribers at the time.[18] In a statement, they claimed the deletion was done to focus on their relationship and personal lives.[19] Trinidad later explained that she deleted the channel impulsively following an argument where she questioned if their relationship existed only for the vlog.[4][20] The argument had been triggered by questions asked during a counseling session for a potential brand endorsement.[21][22]
Following the deletion, posts circulated online appearing to sell their house and car, though Manabat later described these attempts as impulsive decisions made during a difficult time.[23] The deletion coincided with an announcement by the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) that it would investigate social media influencers who were not paying income taxes.[24] On August 24, 2021, the BIR stated they were investigating a specific "celebrity couple" who had deleted their channel, leading to public speculation that it was JaMill.[25]
Manabat confirmed in an interview with Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho that BIR representatives had visited their home to educate them on tax obligations.[23] He stated that they were complying with the requirements and processing their documents properly.[26] The couple denied that the deletion was related to tax evasion, attributing it solely to their relationship struggles.[27]
Return to YouTube
Prior to their official return, the couple hinted at a comeback through social media posts showing them editing video content.[28][29] They officially launched a new channel on September 15, 2021.[30] In their comeback vlog, they addressed the rumors surrounding their departure and criticized media outlets for publishing "fake news" about their situation.[31]
Personal lives
Manabat studied Industrial Engineering at the Technological Institute of the Philippines.[5] Trinidad holds a degree in Marketing Management from Divina Pastora College.[5] In a February 2021 interview with Toni Gonzaga, the couple discussed their plans to marry and start a family once they reached the age of 26.[32]
Filmography
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
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| 2021 | Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho | Themselves | Guest interview | [25] |
| 2021 | Raffy Tulfo in Action | Themselves | Guest appearance | [17] |
Web
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
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| 2021 | Toni Talks | Themselves | Interview guest | [32] |
References
- ^ a b c "Spotlight: Who is JaMill?". Rappler. August 24, 2021. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ a b Garcia, Rose (August 21, 2020). "Meet JaMill, the top Pinoy couple on YouTube with 10.7M subscribers". PEP.ph. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ "YouTube account ng JaMill binura para raw makapag-focus sa kanilang relasyon" [JaMill's YouTube account erased to focus on their relationship] (in Filipino). GMA News. August 21, 2021. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ a b "'You deserve an explanation': Vlogger couple JaMill returns to YouTube". ABS-CBN News. September 15, 2021. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ a b c d "Who is JaMill and What is the Secret Behind Their YouTube Success?". Candy Magazine. October 31, 2020. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ a b "Who Are Jayzam Manabat And Camille Trinidad Or JaMill?". Cosmopolitan Philippines. April 19, 2021. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ a b Severo, Jan Milo (July 21, 2020). "Kapamilya couple JaMill wants to collaborate with Kapuso stars Michael V, Solenn Heussaff". The Philippine Star. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ "Andrea Brillantes, Alex Wassabi, JaMill on YouTube FanFest 2019 lineup". Rappler. April 27, 2019. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ Severo, Jan Milo (July 21, 2020). "Kapamilya couple JaMill wants to collaborate with Kapuso stars Michael V, Solenn Heussaff". The Philippine Star. Retrieved November 24, 2025.
- ^ "JaMill, burado na ang YouTube channel". ABS-CBN Push. August 20, 2021. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ Gonzales, Gelo (August 24, 2021). "What are the Philippines' biggest YouTube channels in terms of subscriber count?". Rappler. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ "YouTube couple JaMill to launch debut single 'Tayo Hanggang Dulo'". ABS-CBN News. July 21, 2020. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ Santos, Rhea Manila (July 21, 2020). "YouTube couple Jamill release their single 'Tayo Hanggang Dulo' under Star POP". ABS-CBN Push. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ Viernes, Franchesca (September 20, 2021). "JaMill's Camille Trinidad, Jayzam Manabat open car service business". GMA News. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ Bernardino, Stephanie (September 21, 2021). "Look: JaMill opens new business". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ "YouTube star couple JaMill's relationship on the rocks; Camille Trinidad accuses Jayzam Manabat of cheating". GMA Entertainment. April 18, 2021. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ a b c Severo, Jan Milo (April 21, 2021). "'Hindi habang buhay akong manloloko': Jayzam Manabat vows to change, warns those into cheating". The Philippine Star. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ Viernes, Franchesca (August 19, 2021). "JaMill deletes YouTube channel to focus on relationship, 'forever'". GMA News. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ Severo, Jan Milo (August 20, 2021). "JaMill deletes YouTube channel with 12M followers to save relationship". The Philippine Star. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ Bernardino, Stephanie (September 15, 2021). "JaMill reveals reason behind the deletion of their YouTube channel". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ "JaMill, balik YouTube makalipas lamang ang ilang linggo" [JaMill returns to YouTube after a few weeks] (in Filipino). ABS-CBN Push. September 16, 2021. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ "Vlogger couple JaMill explains why they deleted YouTube channel". Rappler. September 15, 2021. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ a b Serato, Arniel C. (September 20, 2021). "JaMill clarifies BIR tax issue, selling of house". PEP.ph. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ Severo, Jan Milo (August 24, 2021). "Celebrity couple who deleted YouTube channel under BIR probe". The Philippine Star. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ a b "JaMill, sinagot ang mga kontrobersiyal na tanong" [JaMill answers controversial questions] (in Filipino). GMA News. September 20, 2021. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ Bernardino, Stephanie (September 20, 2021). "JaMill clears issue with BIR, selling of properties". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ Severo, Jan Milo (September 17, 2021). "JaMill launches new YouTube channel following tax evasion accusations". The Philippine Star. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ Napoles, Jimboy (September 15, 2021). "YouTube couple na JaMill, magbabalik sa vlogging" [YouTube couple JaMill returns to vlogging] (in Filipino). GMA Entertainment. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ "Is JaMill making a comeback? Vlogger couple to upload new content today". GMA News. September 15, 2021. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ Siazon, Rachelle (September 15, 2021). "JaMill is back on YouTube, disses media for "fake news"". PEP.ph. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ "JaMill returns to YouTube, slams 'fake news' after deleting channel". GMA News. September 16, 2021. Retrieved November 23, 2025.
- ^ a b Kingsu-Cheng, Jane (February 17, 2021). "JaMill on marriage and having a baby, Toni Gonzaga interviews". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved November 23, 2025.