25/01/2026
We proudly present our esteemed panel of judges, entrusted with the important task of selecting the Official Candidates for the MABUHAY BEAUTIES 2026 Kids and Teens Pageant.
MARIANNE LIETZ
A former Junior High School teacher under DepEd–Mandaue City, she is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Business Administration at the University of San Jose-Recoletos. A former Sinulog Festival queen winner, seasoned beauty queen with multiple prestigious titles such as Bituon Han Leyte and Miss Pinamungajan, former ABS-CBN performer, and proud mother of one, she embodies excellence, discipline, and inspiring leadership.
SUNSHINE GAEDE�
A multi-talented singer, songwriter, artist, talent manager, music producer, and entrepreneur. She is the proud owner of Shine Entertainment Talent Agency, Shine Entertainment Events & Promotions, and Shine Entertainment Records—ventures that have helped shape and promote countless talents. Beyond the stage and studio, she is also a prominent figure in the livestreaming community, where she continues to inspire and connect with audiences worldwide through her creativity, leadership, and passion for the arts.
GLAIZA SAGRADO
She is a U.S. Registered Nurse and Legal Nurse Consultant who completed her online program at the University of Central Florida. She currently works as the Lead Nurse for Medical Audits at a Texas-based personal injury facility and serves as a Paralegal Nurse for a law firm handling nursing home and geriatric injury cases. Her professional background brings a fair, thoughtful, and responsible perspective, with a focus on character, confidence, and positive role modeling for young women.
