09/11/2026
MEET OUR ICN NSW JUDGES | MARY (MEZ) SANTONE 🏆
IC0N NSW judge since 2015
Behind every judge is a story, and Mary's is one of incredible strength, determination and resilience. ❤️
Mary first stepped on stage in 2012, winning her Novice Figure title. From there, her passion for bodybuilding continued to grow, along with her achievements.
🏆 2012 – NSW Championships, 1st Ms Physique Figure Novice & 2nd Figure International Open
🏆 2014 – South Coast Classic, 1st place Figure & Figure Overall Champion
🏆 2017 – ICN Muscle & Model Super Show, 1s Ms Figure & Overall Winner - Pro Card Awarded
🏆 2019 – Represented Australia at the ICN World Championships, Achievement Award
🏆 2022 – ICN Australian Championships Pro Show, Achievement Award
But Mary's journey is about so much more than trophies.
In 2017, while preparing for her competition, Mary was diagnosed with breast cancer. Despite facing one of the toughest challenges of her life, she found strength in her family, her faith and her love for the sport.
She went on to win the Overall Figure title and earn her Pro Card that same year.
Today, as a cancer survivor, Mary continues to inspire others with her determination, courage and passion for bodybuilding.
We're proud to have Mary as part of our ICN NSW judging team, bringing years of experience and a true understanding of what it takes to step on stage.
❤️ Because some of the greatest victories happen beyond the stage.
