Mimilanie Laurel Marquez (born 16 July 1964), popularly known as Melanie Marquez (Tagalog: [ˌmɛː.lɐˈni mɐɾˈkɛs]), is a Filipino actress and beauty queen who won Miss International 1979.[1]
Melanie Marquez | |
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| Born | Mimilanie Laurel Marquez 16 July 1964 |
| Other names | Melanie Marquez |
| Alma mater | International Academy of Management and Economics |
| Children | 6 including Michelle Dee |
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Career
editPageant career
editMarquez won a local beauty pageant competition when she was 15 years old, and the 1979 Miss International pageant.
In 1985, Marquez became the "Face of the 80s" winner in New York, USA. And in 1986, was the first runner-up in the "Supermodel" competition. In 2000, she was voted the "Most Beautiful Miss International Winner" and in 2005, was one of the six finalists at "Mrs. World" pageant held in India. She has appeared in the Binibining Pilipinas "World of BC 2004" and "World of Canada 2004" pageants.
Post-pageantry
editMarquez became a fashion and commercial model and was featured in the local and international magazine covers. She toured Europe and the United States of America.[vague] As an actress, she has played parts in action and dramatic films, including the title role in her own bio-picture.[specify] Later, she has become a TV host, film producer, and celebrity endorser.
Marquez is also a modeling and image-enhancement coach. She trained Ruffa Gutierrez (Miss World 1993 Second Princess); Charlene Gonzales (Miss Universe 1994 - Top 6 Finalist); and Miriam Quiambao (Miss Universe 1999 First Runner-up). She has been a judge, coach, commentator, or host in beauty pageants, modelling contests, and talent-search competitions.
Personal life
editMarquez has six children. One with Filipino actor and politician Lito Lapid. Two with Filipino-Chinese businessman Frederick Dee, one of which, Michelle Dee is Miss World Philippines 2019 and Miss Universe Philippines 2023.[2] One with an Arab Sheikh,[3] and two with American Adam Lawyer.[4][5]
Awards
edit| Year | Award Giving Body | Category | Work | Result |
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| 1987 | Metro Manila Film Festival | Best Actress | The Untold Story of Melanie Marquez | Won |
| Best Story | Won |
References
edit- ^ "Melanie Marquez: Miss Miss International, top model". The Philippine Star. Retrieved 15 September 2019.
- ^ "Meet Melanie Marquez' gorgeous daughter, Michelle". ABS-CBN News. 3 August 2016. Retrieved 3 August 2016.
- ^ "Meet Melanie Marquez' gorgeous daughter, Michelle". Manila Bulletin News. 15 May 2023. Retrieved 17 July 2024.
- ^ Abunda, Boy (4 February 2024). "Melanie Marquez considers her children the highlights of her colorful life". The Philippine Star. Retrieved 6 April 2024.
- ^ Jusay, Annalyn (15 May 2023). "Melanie Marquez tells Michelle to manifest a 'crown on your head'". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved 6 April 2024.
