Michele Gumabao Biography: Husband, Age, Parents, Net Worth, Kids, Height, Siblings

Biography

Michele Theresa Imperial Gumabao-Panlilio, born September 2, 1992, in San Mateo, California, is a gifted Filipino volleyball player, beauty pageant titleholder, and television personality.

A standout athlete, she played for De La Salle University’s Lady Spikers, winning three consecutive UAAP championships (2010–2013) and earning accolades like Best Blocker and Finals MVP. Professionally, she competes with the Creamline Cool Smashers in the Premier Volleyball League, securing multiple championships.

Gumabao also shone in pageantry, finishing as 2nd Runner-Up in Miss Universe Philippines 2020 and representing the Philippines at Miss Globe 2018. A media figure, she appeared on Pinoy Big Brother: All In and served as a volleyball analyst for ABS-CBN.

Married to Aldo Panlilio since February 2025, she continues to inspire as a versatile and accomplished figure in sports and entertainment.

Filipino volleyball player
Michele Gumabao
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Michele Theresa Imperial Gumabao-Panlilio
Stage Name:	Michele Gumabao
Born:	2 September 1992 (age 32 years old)
Place of Birth:	San Mateo, California, United States
Nationality:	Filipino
Education:	School of the Holy Spirit, De La Salle University,
Height:	1.73 m
Parents:	Dennis Roldan, Loli Imperial-Gumabao
Siblings:	Katrina Gumabao, Margarita Gumabao, Maria Gumabao, Michael Gumabao, Marielle Gumabao, Dennis Gumabao Jr., Marco Gumabao, Dominic Gumabao
Spouse:	Aldo Panlilio (m. 2025)
Boyfriend • Partner:	Not Dating
Children:	N/A
Occupation:	Model • Volleyball Player
Net Worth:	$1.5 million-$5 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Michele Theresa Imperial Gumabao-Panlilio was born on September 2, 1992, in San Mateo, California, USA. She is of Filipino ethnicity and practices Christianity.

Her parents are Dennis Roldan, a former actor and politician, and Loli Imperial-Gumabao. Michele has eight siblings, including volleyball player Marco Gumabao and actor Dominic Gumabao. Her other siblings are Katrina Gumabao, Margarita Gumabao, Maria Gumabao, Michael Gumabao, Marielle Gumabao, and Dennis Gumabao Jr.

Growing up, Michele spent her early years in the United States before her family relocated to the Philippines. She attended the School of the Holy Spirit in Quezon City for her early education and later enrolled at De La Salle University in Manila, where she pursued a degree in Marketing Management.

During her time at De La Salle, she rose to prominence as a key player for the university’s Lady Spikers volleyball team, balancing academics with her athletic career.

Career

Michele Theresa Imperial Gumabao-Panlilio has built an impressive, multifaceted career as a professional volleyball player, beauty queen, and television personality.

Her volleyball journey took off at De La Salle University, where she starred for the Lady Spikers from 2010 to 2013, helping lead the team to three consecutive UAAP championships (Seasons 73–75). Renowned for her powerful spikes and defensive strength, she earned accolades such as Best Blocker (Season 73) and Finals MVP (Season 75).

After college, Michele continued her professional career in the Philippine Super Liga (PSL) with teams like the Air Force and the POC-Philippine Army before moving to the Premier Volleyball League (PVL) with the Creamline Cool Smashers. With Creamline, she captured multiple titles, including championships at the 2018 PVL Reinforced Conference and the 2022 Open Conference, solidifying her status as one of the country’s premier outside hitters.

Beyond the volleyball court, Michele made waves in the world of pageantry. She competed in Miss Universe Philippines 2020, finishing as 2nd Runner-Up and taking home special awards like Best in Swimsuit.

Earlier, she represented the Philippines at Miss Globe 2018, making it to the Top 15. Her media career is equally noteworthy, including a memorable run as a finalist on Pinoy Big Brother: All In (2014) and serving as a volleyball analyst for ABS-CBN’s UAAP coverage.

Social Media

• Wikipedia: Michele Gumabao
• Instagram: MG (@gumabaomichele)
• Facebook: Michele Gumabao
• IMDb: Michelle Gumabao

Personal Life

Michele Theresa Imperial Gumabao-Panlilio, born on September 2, 1992, is 32 years old. She married Aldo Panlilio, a businessman, on February 28, 2025, in a ceremony at the Santuario de San Antonio Parish in Makati, Philippines.

Michele and Aldo have no children.

Michele stands at 5 feet 8 inches (1.73 meters) tall, a physical attribute that has complemented her volleyball career.

Before marrying Aldo Panlilio, Michele was not publicly linked to any high-profile relationships, and she maintained a relatively private personal life, focusing primarily on her athletic and professional endeavours.

Net Worth

Michele Gumabao‘s net worth in 2024 is estimated to be between $1.5 million to $5 million (USD).

She derived her net worth primarily from her professional volleyball contracts with teams like the Creamline Cool Smashers in the Premier Volleyball League, endorsements with brands in fitness, beauty, and lifestyle, and her success in beauty pageants, including Miss Universe Philippines 2020 and Miss Globe 2018.

Additional income stems from her media appearances, such as Pinoy Big Brother: All In and ABS-CBN sports analysis and brand ambassadorships for companies like Philips Gold and Akari.