Monique Maffei Hester is a dynamic vocal artist and producer, widely acclaimed as a true powerhouse of voice and expression. A celebrated Las Vegas performer, she headlines her signature production, Golden Voice — A Tribute to Connie Francis, an homage so authentic and heartfelt that it received the personal approval and endorsement of Connie Francis herself, prior to her passing in July 2025.

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Equally at home across multiple genres, Monique captivates audiences with Broadway anthems, Jazz and Pop classics, and her own original music. Beyond the stage, she is a respected empowerment speaker, songwriter, author, and the creator and host of the inspiring online series Tea Talk, where she blends music and message to help people discover their purpose and embrace the fullness of who they were created to be. Tea Talk seamlessly integrates songs, storytelling, and uplifting insights, offering practical tools for personal growth and meaningful change.

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Monique’s artistry has taken her across the United States and internationally — performing as a featured soloist, a revered National Anthem singer, and in a performance partnership with her husband, Danny Hester, professional bodybuilder and the first-ever Classic Mr. Olympia title holder. She has also appeared as a motivational speaker and as a featured vocalist in several jazz ensembles.

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Her original compositions have been showcased in live bodybuilding events, fitness media, independent films, internet radio, and both Christian radio and television. Deeply committed to service and compassion, Monique has lent her voice to causes and communities including senior and assisted living homes, the Orange County Sheriff’s Fallen Officers Memorial, Children’s Hospital of Orange County, the Queen of Hearts Foundation, the Los Angeles Mission, and as a worship leader throughout Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and Orange County.

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Monique is also the co-creator of The Kaz & Mo Show, a joyful, educational, music-driven children’s program coming soon to streaming platforms. Guided by the belief that true transformation begins with the youngest among us, she is passionate about teaching the values of kindness, empathy, and unity through entertainment that is engaging, meaningful, and rooted in authenticity. By openly sharing her own life experiences, Monique reminds audiences of all ages that they are seen, supported, and never alone.