How to be Papz Javier, the Fun Lover

You've probably seen him shouting his heart out during basketball games until his lungs burst into confetti. You've probably bumped into him and smelled his fragrant well-trimmed hair (whether you like it or not). You've probably wanted to be him.

Well, my mate, you're in luck, because we've uncovered all the necessary details which will help you in your quest of becoming a virtual clone of this dashing fresh grad. Read on Papz' wise words and find out what one needs to be "The Fun Lover (he he)."

More after the break.


Name: Jose Rafael Javier
Worse nickname: Raf
Course and batch: BFA - Theatre Arts, Batch 2011
Gender: Alpha Male
Nationality: Purong Filipino
Height: Same as Kuya Guard
Color of left eye: Dark Brown
Length of right big toe: 50.8 milimeters

What are your favorite cartoon shows? The Family Guy and The Adventures of Phineas and Ferb

What is your favorite street food? Tangina, isaw!

Who is your favorite rapper? Lil' Wayne

How many minutes do you spend taking a bath? 5-10 minutes average, 10-15 minutes if I do something in the bathroom other than taking a bath... like brushing my teeth.

How many Facebook friends do you have? 653, and I actually know all of them.

What is your favorite form of exercise? LOMNO. (my slang for "alam na")

What are your best responsibilities and achievements? Son, Brother, Atenean.

What were you known for when you were still in college? For being wild, funny, and being a crazy dancer. People in class usually look up to me when it comes to recitations.

Do you consider yourself famous? Cute, handsome at best, but not famous.

Do you have haters? A lot. Fo' Sho'

What brand of cologne do you use? Confidence. Girls are attracted to the scent of confidence.

What have you been doing with your life in the past two months? I have worked with GMA and in the family business.

What are your plans for the future? To find a job in the TV industry that would hopefully skyrocket me to fame one day. I also want to experience what the world has to offer.

Ultimately, my goal is to find happiness.

Which is better: Star Wars or Star Trek? Star Wars, because war rhymes with star.

What is one thing people shouldn't do when they're watching a UAAP game? Flash the dirty finger at the opposing team. Respect, brah.

What is your advice to people who'd like to be just like you when they grow up? Carpe Diem. Live in the moment. Do what makes you happy. Fuck what others think.


What's the best part in applying for a job AND being a bum? In applying for a job, the best part would be dressing up for an interview and you feel all sexy and smart. It really boosts ones confidence.

As for being a bum, being a bum is the best job in the world. Period.

Do you love cookies? K lang. Me prefer brownies.

What would you like to be written on your tombstone? "Lived a life with no regrets. Loving husband and father. Sorry for party rockin'."

What color and shape would you like your tombstone to be? Hexagonial. Marble. Ateneo blue marble.

What will make you happy? Now that is a million dollar question right there.

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Photos by Tim Arafiles