Jervi Wrightson[3] (neé Lisaba), also known by her stage name KaladKaren Davila and simply as KaladKaren, is a Filipino comedienne, impersonator, and television personality. She is best known for impersonating ABS-CBN News personality Karen Davila.
On July 20, 2022, she was announced to be another permanent judge of Drag Race Philippines alongside Jiggly Caliente.
On June 15, 2025, it was announced that Jervi would appear on the first season of Drag Race Philippines: Slaysian Royale as a judge.[4] Upon the cast announcement on July 16, 2025, it has been confirmed that Jervi will only be a guest judge for the season.[5]
Biography[]
Career[]
In 2012, Jervi competed in the first season of The Amazing Race Philippines with her friend Saida Diola. They finished 5th.
She first impersonated news anchor Karen Davila during a satirical comedy variety show from her alma mater that poked fun at the 2016 Philippine national elections.[6][7]
In 2023, she starred as Wilhelmina in the film Here Comes the Groom, one of the official entries at the 2023 Summer Metro Manila Film Festival. She won Best Supporting Actress for the role, making her the second transgender actor to win such a feat in the Philippine film industry.[8]
Memorable Quotes[]
Drag Race Philippines Season 1[]
- "Hay, naku, I'm so excited! I'm over the moon dahil bukod sa may tagisan, may baklaan!"
- "Ako lang 'to, ah..."
- "Ang taray!"
- "Nanggigigil ako sa'yo." (critiquing Minty Fresh's performance in the Talent Show in Episode 1)
- "Hindi niya tayo pinuchu-puchu, in fairness..."
- "Kung may edge pala siya at may kaalaman siya sa pananahi, and then 'yun lang yung pinakita niya sa atin, that's quite disappointing."
- "Jowang-jowa naman..." (talking about Gigi Era during the judges' deliberation in Episode 2)
- "Sayang!"
- "Feeling ko, kapag tinanggal mo 'yan lahat at naiwan lang yung dress, pang-ninang sa kasal." (critiquing Turing's Perlas ng Silanganan in Episode 4)
- "Lagi po nating tatandaan na kapag may pageant... may co-host!"
- (to Jon Santos as Steve Gravy in the Miss Shutacca Queen Beauty Pageant in Episode 5):
- "'Wag ka naman maingay..."
- "Oh my... may shunga! At ikaw 'yon; nanggigigil ako sa'yo! Mali ka na naman ng announcement!"
- "Feeling mo ba, mase-save ka ng kagandahan mo?"
Trivia[]
- Jervi Wrightson is the second judge in Drag Race Philippines, as well as the entire Drag Race franchise, to be openly transgender, the first being Jiggly Caliente.
- Jervi's stage name, KaladKaren, is a pun on the Filipino word "kaladkarin", which translates to "to drag" in English. It also is a portmanteau of the aforementioned word and Karen Davila, a Filipino news anchor she frequently impersonates.
- The term "kaladkarin" is also typically used as a Filipino slang term to denote a person that enjoys going places, or a person who is usually the first to be asked by a circle of friends to hang out with because they easily agree.
- Coincidentally, Jervi and Karen Davila both graduated from the University of the Philippines.[7]
- The term "kaladkarin" is also typically used as a Filipino slang term to denote a person that enjoys going places, or a person who is usually the first to be asked by a circle of friends to hang out with because they easily agree.
- The look that she wore during her judge Ruveal look was shown during Episode 7 of the first season.
- Jervi got married on September 8, 2024 in North Yorkshire, England.[9]
Gallery[]
Filmography[]
TV[]
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Drag Race Philippines (Season 1) | Self | Judge |
| 2023 | Drag Race Philippines (Season 2) | Self | Judge |
| 2024 | Drag Race Philippines (Season 3) | Self | Judge |
| 2025 | Drag Race Philippines: Slaysian Royale (Season 1) | Self | Guest Judge |
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| Winner | Precious Paula Nicole |
|---|---|
| Runners-Up | 2nd: Marina Summers • 3rd & 4th: Eva Le Queen • Xilhouete |
| Other Contestants | 5th: Minty Fresh • 6th: Brigiding • 7th: Viñas Deluxe • 8th: Lady Morgana (Miss Congeniality) • 9th: Turing • 10th: Gigi Era • 11th: Corazon • 12th: Prince |
| Host | Paolo Ballesteros |
| Judges | BJ Pascual • Jervi Wrightson • Jiggly Caliente • Jon Santos • Paolo Ballesteros • Rajo Laurel |
| Pit Crew | Dale Dizon • Jaycee Sahagun • JP Ocat • Ricardo de Jesus |
| Winner | Captivating Katkat |
|---|---|
| Runners-Up | 2nd: Arizona Brandy • 3rd & 4th: Bernie & M1ss Jade So |
| Other Contestants | 5th & 6th: Hana Beshie (Miss Congeniality) & ØV Cünt • 7th: DeeDee Marié Holliday • 8th: Matilduh • 9th: Veruschka Levels • 10th: Tiny Deluxe • 11th & 12th: Astrid Mercury & Nicole Pardaux |
| Host | Paolo Ballesteros |
| Judges | BJ Pascual • Jervi Wrightson • Jiggly Caliente • Jon Santos • Paolo Ballesteros • Rajo Laurel |
| Pit Crew | Dale Dizon • Jaycee Sahagun • JP Ocat • Ricardo de Jesus |
| Winner | Maxie |
|---|---|
| Runners-Up | 2nd: Khianna • 3rd & 4th: Angel • Tita Baby |
| Other Contestants | 5th: Zymba Ding • 6th: Myx Chanel • 7th: Popstar Bench • 8th: John Fedellaga • 9th: J Quinn • 10th: Yudipota (Quit) • 11th: Versex (Miss Congeniality) |
| Host | Paolo Ballesteros |
| Judges | BJ Pascual • Jervi Wrightson • Jiggly Caliente • Jon Santos • Paolo Ballesteros • Rajo Laurel |
| Pit Crew | Dale Dizon • Gian Cruz • JP Ocat • Julian Roxas • Ricardo de Jesus |