Mikee Villanueva

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Mikee Villanueva, or Michelle Cadiz in real life, is a widely-known celebrity in the Philippines as a model and actress. Being in the limelight since 1989, she worked with major stars, and has performed in major Philippine movies and t.v. shows not only locally but internationally as well. Mikee toured the entire Philippines for personal appearances and her singing engagements brought her to Japan, Hongkong, and Guam U.S.A.

At the age of 13, Mikee got her major break with a lead role in the commercial, Jollibee, earning "Best Commercial of The Year", which lead her onto the big screen in the film, "Titser's Enemy No. 1", adding a spoof of the Jollibee commercial that made her recognizable.

She used that experience as a springboard for her acting career. In 1994 Mikee was launched as a fully-fledged dramatic actress in her solo movie, opposite Tonton Gutierrez in "Sariwang Bulaklak" (Fresh Flower).

In 1991, she got offered to join the most popular youth-oriented show, That's Entertainment Wednesday Edition, co-hosting with other upcoming stars namely, Sheryl Cruz, Romnick Sarmenta, Sharmaine Arnaiz, Jennifer Mendoza, Chuckie Dreyfus, and Jojo Abellana. Mikee was later moved to the Friday edition, co-hosting with other promising young stars including Tina Paner and Cris Villanueva.

Appearing in over a hundred t.v. shows, Mikee was also under contract with Viva Films, Octo Arts Films, Seiko Films, and has also appeared on independent films. Her last movie was shot in 1996 with Cesar Montano, another famous actor in the Philippines, entitled Sanggano (Street Person).

During her acting career, she continued with her education. She holds a degree in Business Administration and is also a Nevada Licensed Realtor, a Certified Paralegal in the U.S., and a Licensed Property Manager.

Mikee became an American Citizen in 2000. She now focuses on a more professional career and lives a more quiet life. She is now based in Las Vegas, NV, where she works for a commercial real estate company. As a hobby, Mikee still models in addition to her other activities.


Mikee's Philippine Movies (from 1991 to 1996), include:

  • Titser's Enemi No. 1
  • Petrang Kabayo
  • Wooly Booly 2
  • Rocky & Rolly
  • Mama's Boys
  • Ano Ba 'Yan
  • Working Students
  • Dahil Mahal Kita, The Dolzura Cortez Story
  • Sanggano
  • Rebelde
  • Mga Palaban
  • Laglag Barya Gang
  • Estribo Gang
  • Silya Elektrika
  • Tirad Pass: The Story of Gregorio Del Pilar
  • Sariwang Bulaklak
  • Julieta
  • Bawal Na Gamot
  • Isang Ama, Isang Anak
  • Lagablab Sa Paraiso
  • Pulis Patola
  • Maestro Toribio
  • Anghel De Jesus
  • Ben Balasador
  • Kumakasa Lumalaban


Mikee's t.v. commercials and print ads (from 1991 to 2001), inlcude:

  • Jollibee
  • Maggi
  • Superwheel
  • Gold Label Ice Cream
  • Carnation
  • Technogas
  • Coke
  • Gogo Jeans
  • Granny Gosse
  • Carter Brief
  • AsiaTech
  • Patino Jeans
  • Smart Shirts
  • Verbano Shirts
  • Greg Shoes
  • Superwheel
  • One Int'l Phone Card