If you’ve heard something like this before or said it to a Filipino person, you’re in the right place. Chances are you’ve come across a Filipino and wondered why they have Spanish-sounding last names, like Garcia or Rodriguez. They have brown skin, eat rice with everything while praying the rosary…but boast last names like Garcia and Rodriguez.
Worried you might say something stupid? Have no fear, the #YLWRNGR* is here. I’m Lauren Espejo, aka the #YLWRNGR, your honorary Filipina American and I’m here to show you what makes your friendly neighborhood Filipino oh so Spanish adjacent.