A B O U T M E
Raquel Basco is a Filipina-American actress, singer, and creative storyteller rooted in the Bay Area and deeply inspired by her Pacific Islander and Filipino heritage. With a performance background that spans from stage to screen, Raquel’s work brings heart, depth, and meaningful representation to every role she inhabits.
Her acting career includes appearances in independent films, commercials (Tiktok, Burts Bees, McDonalds, and more), music videos, lifestyle campaigns, and credits in projects such as 13 Reasons Why, Jexi, Nash Bridges, Splunk and Illumeably. Known for her emotional range and natural presence, Raquel gravitates toward stories that center identity, healing, and underrepresented voices—always with the intention to connect and uplift.
Raquel has collaborated with an array of brands across beauty, wellness, fashion, and food industries. Her past work includes partnerships and features with:
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Disney +
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Dior
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Loreal
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Shisheido
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Sephora
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Cider
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Bebe
Whether portraying a dramatic lead, modeling in campaign imagery, or lending her voice to meaningful collaborations, she approaches each opportunity with sincerity and intention.
Beyond her creative work, Raquel is a dedicated mental health advocate. She is the founder of Balik to School, a nonprofit supporting youth empowerment and education, and helped launch The Coleen Orphanage Project to serve under-resourced children in the Philippines. She’s spoken on panels focused on wellness, creativity, and cultural identity—always weaving her belief that art and healing go hand-in-hand.
She also holds titles from earlier in her career including Miss Hawaii International and Miss USA Intercontinental, experiences that offered visibility and community engagement, but ultimately reaffirmed her deeper mission: to lead with purpose, not pageantry.
On social media, Raquel connects with her community through storytelling, behind-the-scenes moments, reflections on identity, and wellness practices. She is also the founder of Diwa House, a Filipino-inspired candle and ritual brand that features non-toxic, pet-friendly candles infused with healing crystals—a soulful extension of her commitment to intentional living.
With every project, Raquel Basco aims to shine a light—for herself, her culture, and the stories that deserve to be seen.
