Biography
Who is Maxine Medina?
Early life and education
Maxine Medina was born on May 10, 1990, in Quezon City, Metro Manila. She pursued higher education after finishing her primary and secondary studies. She attended the De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde to study interior design.
She also completed studies at the Philippine School of Interior Design. Beyond her work in the entertainment industry, she maintains a professional career as an interior designer. She is also recognized as a commercial print advertisement model and holds a senior membership within the Professional Models Association of the Philippines.
Pageantry career
Maxine entered the Binibining Pilipinas 2016 competition held at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City. She won the title on April 17, 2016. During this event, she also received the Miss Philippine Airlines special award.
Following her national victory, she represented the Philippines at the Miss Universe 2016 pageant. She advanced through the competition, reaching the top six finalists. Her national costume featured a Rhett Eala creation inspired by a traditional boat from Mindanao. The outfit included a headpiece resembling coral and used south sea pearls, with an estimated production cost exceeding P1 million.
Acting and television work
Maxine Medina began her acting career in 2018 with a role in the television series Hanggang Saan, where she played Atty. Georgette Sandiego. Later that year, she joined the cast of Los Bastardos, portraying the character Isay. This series aired until September 2019, and she worked alongside actor Jake Cuenca.
In 2020, she moved to the TV5 Network to participate in the program Sunday 'Kada via Brightlight Productions. She also joined the GMA Network, where she took on the role of Lorraine in the series First Yaya. She is also recognized for her performance as Blaire Escudero in the Philippine television series Magandang Dilag.
Personal life
Maxine married Timmy Llana on October 3, 2023. The wedding ceremony took place in Antipolo City. The couple has one child together. She is also a cousin of Dianne Medina.
Birthday and age
Maxine Medina was born on May 10, 1990, which makes Maxine 36 years old today. That birthday falls under the Taurus sign. Maxine shares the date with 79 other famous people.
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