Get to know the Miss Marianas contestants! Learn more about their lives, hobbies and favorite pastimes and vote for your choice with our People’s Choice poll at the bottom of this page.

Miss Marianas is a nonprofit pageant and talent group focused on Sharing Talent, Empowerment, Learning, Leadership, Achievement and Radiance in the Marianas!

 

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Contestant #1: 

Vincent Rinuelle Licop Rabasto 

I am Vincent Rinuelle Licop Rabasto, 26, residing in the beautiful village of Koblerville! I am the daughter of Catherine Licop-Mendoza and Manuel Victoroso Rabasto. I am currently working as a Clerk at the Department of Community and Cultural Affairs: Nutrition Assistance Program Office holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Hotel, Restaurant, and Institution Management.

3 Fun Facts About Me:

1. I was a Cheerleader and have won the National Championship in the Philippines. 
2. I was named after the song “Vincent by Don McLean” which was written and inspired by Vincent Van Gogh’s famous painting “The Starry Night”.
3. I’m deeply fascinated by the deep, blue ocean; mermaids; and Greek Mythology.

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Contestant #2:

Lily Dior Carrillo 

I am Lily Dior Carrillo, 19, from the beautiful village of Navy Hill! I am the daughter of Jae & Morgan Carrico. I am currently a Freshman at Northern Marianas College studying in the field of Nursing.

3 Fun Facts About Me:

1. I enjoy spending my days on the beautiful beaches of Saipan.
2. I love all sports and activities. I really love pushing my mind and body to its best. 
3. Being creative and doing art projects with my family is something I really love to do, as well.

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Contestant #3:

Toremy DeEtte Ayuyu Diaz  

I am Toremy DeEtte Ayuyu Diaz, 19, from the beautiful village of San Vicente! I am the daughter of Thomas Diaz and Angeline Ayuyu. I am currently working as a Barista at Cha Cafe LLC. and a full-time student at Northern Marianas College working towards an Associate in Science in Liberal Arts.

3 Fun Facts About Me:

1. I love playing sports.
2. I enjoy watching anime.
3. I enjoy eating spicy food.

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Contestant #4:

Naomi Reen Borja Lizama 

I am Naomi Reen Borja Lizama, 21, from the beautiful village of Dandan! I am the daughter of Kate Borja. I am currently a full-time student at the University of Washington and will be graduating with my Bachelor’s degree in American Ethnic Studies with a minor in Diversity, in March 2021.

3 Fun Facts About Me:

1. I love spending time with my family.
2. My first name is Naomi Reen; Reen comes from my mom’s favorite color green.
3. I really enjoy cleaning as I find it very therapeutic.

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Contestant #5:

Ha’Ane Marie San Nicolas Eugenio 

I am Ha’Ane Marie San Nicolas Eugenio, 22, from the beautiful village of San Roque! I am the daughter of Elsie S.N Johnson & Derwin C. Johnson. I graduated from Northern Marianas College in 2019 with my Associate’s Degree in Liberal Arts.

3 Fun Facts About Me:

1. My mother has a tradition of giving her daughters Chamorro names based on things that she likes. When she was pregnant with me, she loved going to the beach during the daytime, hence my name. “Ha’Ane” is a Chamorro term that translates to “day.”
2. I love to envision and build concepts, from graphic designing to freelance photography. 
3. I’ve traveled to Seoul, South Korea twice now and fell in love with the culture and ambiance. I hope to reside there in the near future.

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Contestant #6: 

Bernadette Horey

I am Bernadette Horey, 20, from the beautiful village of As Matius! I am the daughter of Joseph & Jumion Horey.

3 Fun Facts About Me:

1. I’ve represented the Marianas on the CNMI national soccer and track teams between the ages of 12-17.
2. I love eating spicy food. 
3. I love learning to speak and read in Thai, my mother’s native language.

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Contestant #7:

Richelle Tsunami Ramon

I am Richelle Tsunami Ramon, 19, from the beautiful village of Dandan! I am the daughter of Adriano & Paula Ramon. I am currently an Intern at JAMS for Coral Reef Restoration & at FOMT for Project HOPE and a full-time student at Northern Marianas College working towards my Associates in Liberal Arts.

3 Fun Facts About Me:

1. I enjoy playing sports.
2. I enjoy open dance floors.
3. I love water activities (swimming, fishing, free diving, etc).

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Contestant #8

Savannah Lyn Relox Delos Santos 

I am Savannah Lyn Relox Delos Santos, 23, from the beautiful village of Garapan. I am the daughter of Ellen & Lincoln (Lee)+ Delos Santos. I graduated from Chaminade University of Honolulu with my Bachelor of Arts in Business Marketing and am currently working on my MBA in Accounting.

3 Fun Facts About Me:

1. I have visited the Taj Mahal in India, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
2. I served as a volunteer on Skid Row in Los Angeles, which has one of the highest populations of homelessness in the nation.
3. For my 20th birthday, my friends and I went swimming at a secluded beach in Hawai’i when a family pod of at least 40 dolphins spontaneously joined and swam alongside us. It was a magical moment (and a great birthday gift, haha!) 

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Online voting is sponsored by Marianas Variety. 

*Voting on Marianas Variety’s website is open through Thursday, March 11 at 11:59pm.