New queens and princesses crowned at the 2025 Little Miss Sweetheart and Miss Pembroke Pines pageant

Pembroke Pines, Florida – A wave of smiles, sparkles, and excitement filled the air as young girls from across the community took the stage on Thursday, April 24, for the annual Little Miss Sweetheart and Miss Pembroke Pines Pageant. The highly anticipated event crowned a brand new Royal Court for 2025, showcasing not only charm and poise but also the spirit of local pride and community celebration.

The pageant, which has become a cherished tradition in Pembroke Pines, welcomed girls aged 3 to 16 to compete across four age categories. Each of the newly crowned Queens and Princesses made their debut as city royalty just two days later at the City of Pembroke Pines’ 65th Pines Day Celebration, held on Saturday, April 26, 2025.

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This year’s winners stood out not only for their grace and stage presence but also for their enthusiasm in representing their city. The Royal Court includes:

• Little Miss Sweetheart Queen: Olivia Hernandez
• Little Miss Sweetheart Princess: Luana Wu
• Young Jr. Miss Pembroke Pines Queen: Natalia Lugo
• Young Jr. Miss Pembroke Pines Princess: Zuri Timmons
• Jr. Miss Pembroke Pines Queen: Lauren Sanchez
• Jr. Miss Pembroke Pines Princess: Zoe Prophete
• Miss Pembroke Pines Queen: Bianka Vassaux
• Miss Pembroke Pines Princess: Bianca Torres

The pageant is more than just a contest—it’s a platform for young girls to grow in confidence, build friendships, and become active ambassadors of their city. Each member of the Royal Court is expected to participate in various city-sponsored events throughout the year, representing Pembroke Pines with pride and positivity.

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The City of Pembroke Pines continues to support events like this as part of its commitment to family-friendly programming and youth involvement. With the city celebrating its 65th Pines Day this year, the inclusion of the new Royal Court added a special touch of tradition and continuity to the festivities.
Residents interested in staying informed about future events and community news can stay connected through multiple platforms. These include subscribing to the Pembroke Pines Media YouTube channel, reading the City Connect digital newspaper, signing up for the monthly NewsFlash newsletter, and following the city’s social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Pembroke Pines Media is also available to Comcast subscribers on Channel 78.

With a proud history and a bright future, Pembroke Pines continues to foster community spirit—and this year’s young pageant winners are shining examples of the city’s heart and charm.