Deo Jarito Balbuena (born August 31, 1982), also known as Diwata,[1][2] is a Filipino internet personality, food vlogger,[3][4] entrepreneur,[5] and advocate within the LGBTQ+ community.
[8] At the age of 17, Balbuena ventured to Metro Manila in pursuit of opportunities, completing secondary education at Don Juan F. Avalon National High School in San Roque, Northern Samar.
Initially employed as a beautician, Diwata later diversified into trading, vending coffee, cigarettes, and candies, alongside construction work to supplement income.
Diwata's pares business has garnered significant attention on social media for its perceived value, offering a comprehensive meal package for ₱100, inclusive of unlimited rice, soup, and a soft drink.
[15][16] Diwata is running in the 2025 Philippine House of Representatives elections as fourth nominee for the Vendors Partylist, an organization seeking party-list representation.