Actor Charice Pempengco, who appeared in the second season of Glee,revealed he has changed his name to Jake Zyrus to reflect the gender he identifies with.

The 25-year-oldtook to Twitter on Monday to reveal his new moniker, which comes three years after he told Oprah Winfrey'my soul is male'.

He wrote on Twitter: "My first tweet as Jake. Overwhelmed. Saw all your love comments and I'm so happy. Finally. I love you, everyone and see you soon."

Understandably the actor, who first found fame on YouTube,was prettyhappy to share the news with his followers.He added: "I won't let anyone ruin this moment. I won't let anyone ruin my happiness." - Yas!keep doing you Jake.

We think the new name is a perfect.