Mikee Quintos celebrates graduation after 10-year academic journey

• Mikee Quintos graduated with a degree in Architecture from the University of Santo Tomas after 10 years of balancing studies and showbiz
• She proudly shared her achievement on Instagram, posting a Reel in a toga and photos of her graduation sash and name on the graduate list
• For her thesis, Mikee conducted a survey at the GMA Network Center focusing on lighting, sidewalks, and traffic issues
• She successfully defended her thesis in April, marking a major milestone in her academic and personal journey

Actress Mikee Quintos has officially earned her university degree, proudly announcing the milestone through a joyful Instagram Reel wearing a black toga.

“Guess who just got one degree hotter!!” she wrote, adding the hashtag #USTArchitectureBatch2025, confirming her graduation from the University of Santo Tomas with a degree in Architecture.

Mikee also shared snaps on her Instagram Stories, including a selfie wearing her architecture graduation sash and a photo of her name on the list of graduates, delighting fans who have followed her journey.

The Encantadia and Sang’gre star has long balanced her academic responsibilities with her thriving acting career.

Back in February, she was spotted at the GMA Network Center conducting a survey for her thesis.

She set up boards around the compound with a QR code, encouraging employees and visitors to share insights about urban design concerns such as lighting, sidewalks, and traffic flow.

In April, she successfully defended her thesis, marking a significant academic achievement.

Mikee previously revealed that it took her 10 years to complete her degree due to her full-time work in the entertainment industry, making this moment even more meaningful.

Aside from her studies, Mikee is best known for her breakout role as Lira in the 2016 reboot of Encantadia and has since appeared in several hit Kapuso dramas.

Her graduation is a testament to perseverance and determination, earning her praise from fans and colleagues alike.

Mikee Quintos, born Mikaela Marie Javier Quintos on December 18, 1997, is a Filipino actress and singer. She gained prominence for her portrayal of Lira in the 2016 television series "Encantadia." Beyond acting, Mikee is a talented singer who began performing publicly at the age of seven during her parents' political campaigns. She is currently pursuing a degree in architecture at the University of Santo Tomas.

In a previous report by KAMI, Mikee Quintos and Paul Salas, along with their relatives, were scammed and lost 8 million pesos. They filed a complaint with the Makati prosecutor's office, along with five other victims of the same scam. According to Mikee, the transactions went smoothly for the first 2-3 years before their money was no longer returned. The two received sympathy from netizens as they called for justice and caution against scams.

Mikee Quintos confirmed that she and Paul Salas have already broken up. The GMA actress confirmed the heartbreaking news during her appearance in today's episode of Fast Talk With Boy Abunda. It can be recalled that Mikee and Paul started dating in 2022, as confirmed by the latter.

Source: KAMI.com.gh