05/07/2026
🚨‼️Here are the Distinguished Panel of Judges for Mr & Miss Coastal Bend Pride🚨‼️
Judge #1 Zachary York former Mr. Gay Corpus Christi USofA at Large, Mr. Gay Tri-States USofA at Large & won the title of Mr. Gay Texas USofA at Large on his first try. Zachary is one of the top male entertainers in the state of Texas over the past 20 years & is still dominating.
Judge #2 Ruby Ja’Mean. Ruby has been doing drag for 7 years. Her experience has made her a mentor & has allowed her to capture titles such as Diva of the South, Miss Gay Alamo City USofA Newcomer & Miss Gay Alamo City USofA at Large. Her almost 20 years in this business have given her the mentorship & leadership skills needed to help entertainers elevate themselves.

Judge #3 HEAD JUDGE Desiree Brooks. Desiree has been in the game for 30 years. She’s a well-known seamstress, hairstylist & show Director. Some of her accolades include Miss Gay San Antonio USofA, Miss Texas FFI, Miss Corpus Christi USofA & is the current Miss Corpus Christi Latina. Desiree is the epitome of a legend.
Judge #4 Veronica Rain Colby. Veronica is a legend in the RGV & has been doing drag for 15 years. She has captured titles such as Miss Gay El Paso USofA, Miss RGV Texas & is the current Miss Sun Goddess. She is the only queen from the RGV to compete at Miss Continental.
Judge #5 Yvette Salazar A true ally within the LGBTQIA+ Community. She’s always out supporting shows. She was a respiratory therapist for 15 years until motherhood took over & became her greatest gift. Her love for drag is endless & feels drag is what’s making us hold on with everything that’s happening in the world.