SB19’s Stell Opens His Own Gym ‘Driven’
The SB19 main vocalist is venturing into the fitness industry as one of the four co-founders of a gym.
Courtesy of 1Z Entertainment.
Courtesy of 1Z Entertainment.
Venturing into a new avenue as an entrepreneur, SB19 member Stell has entered the fitness industry with the launch of his own gym, Driven.
Co-founded by the P-pop idol with coaches Bern and Michelle Llanes and makeup artist Mac Igarta, Driven is located along E. Rodriguez Sr. Avenue in Quezon City. The gym describes itself as a “private coaching space for the elite and committed,” offering strength training through weights and other equipment, alongside a coffee spot.
According to its social media pages, the space is “built for ambitious people who are ready to perform at their highest level physically, mentally, and professionally,” and is “for those who want to push further, move better, and become better.”
Stell has long been interested in fitness, initially treating working out as a hobby before it eventually developed into a passion. He has emphasized the importance of taking care of his physical health, particularly as a performer who wants to sustain his career for as long as possible.
In a shared statement, Stell explained, “At our age, I think it’s about time to invest in what my body needs. Number one, I’m a performer, artist, of course I want to prolong not just my life, but also my time to give happiness to other people, to fans.”
The gym venture comes amid a busy period for the SB19 main vocalist, following the release of his comeback single, “Crazy,” on August 21, 2026. Shortly after, he led an indoor cycling charity event at Electric Studios in Forbes Town, BGC, combining his passion for fitness with a charitable cause.
His latest side quest came in the form of a podcast. On September 8, 2026, he launched the one-episode Stell Crazy Podcast: The Crazy Roundtable, where he was joined by actress Xyriel Manabat, content creators RC Silvestre, Jayat, and Sophie Prime, as well as Drag Race Philippines Season 2 contestants Arizona Brandy and Hana Beshie to discuss their own “crazy” experiences.
As a member of P-pop group SB19, the 31-year-old singer is also marking a milestone-filled year alongside his fellow members. The group has made multiple international appearances, including a historic set at Lollapalooza, where they became the first Filipino group to perform at the festival.
The SB19 members have also been pursuing individual projects throughout the year and are set to perform at their label 1Z Entertainment’s ONE ZONE FEST on October 24–25, 2026.
Most recently, the five-member group was recognized at the 2026 Filipino Music Awards, with a total of five nominations including Artist of the Year, Album of the Year for Wakas At Simula, Concert of the Year for Wakas At Simula: The Trilogy Concert Finale, as well as People’s Choice for Artist and for Song with “VISA.”
In celebration of this new milestone in Stell’s professional career, check out his latest single, “Crazy,” below:
Frequently Asked Questions
Driven is a private coaching gym on E. Rodriguez Sr. Avenue, Quezon City, co-founded by SB19’s Stell with coaches Bern and Michelle Llanes and makeup artist Mac Igarta.
Stell said it’s “about time to invest” in his body, citing his career as a performer and his goal to sustain his health for fans long-term.
Stell released comeback single “Crazy” on August 21, led an indoor cycling charity event on August 26, and launched his “Stell Crazy Podcast” on September 8, 2026.
Yes. SB19 became the first Filipino group to perform at Lollapalooza in 2026 and is set for 1Z Entertainment’s ONE ZONE FEST on October 24–25, 2026.
SB19 received five 2026 Filipino Music Awards nominations, including Artist of the Year, Album of the Year for “Wakas At Simula,” and Concert of the Year.
