Karen Ann Cabrera (born October 5, 1995), professionally known as Karencitta, is a Filipino singer, songwriter and actress from Cebu. She gained prominence with her viral hit "Cebuana" in 2017.
Early life and education
Karencitta was born in Sydney, Australia, to Filipino parents who worked as caregivers. In 2000, her family moved to Lorega, Cebu City, where she was raised. She was separated from her parents for over a decade during her childhood. She attended the CIE British School in Cebu before relocating to the United States, where she lived in various parts of Los Angeles, including Torrance and Carson. In Los Angeles, she pursued higher education and was enrolled at Penn State University, working towards a doctorate degree.
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