OMEGA XLI ROYALTY

BAILY GORDON & DAVID TUCKER

Baily Gordon is a proud Tangipahoa Parish native. She is the wife of  Christopher Gordon and mother to Omega Jr. Princesses Lylah, Clarke, Grace, and the aunt of Teen Princess Addilyn Gatlin. She is a 5-year member of the Krewe riding on the Raiford/Cowboy float along with her mother, Krewe member Susan Gatlin. Baily has previously served on the 38th Royal Court as the Gold Maid. She is a dedicated member of Omega’s Board of Directors, this year's Coronation Chairman, and will also be the Co-Chairman for 12th Night and the Ball. Baily is excited to represent the Krewe of Omega as the Purple Maid 41!

David Tucker grew up on the Westbank of New Orleans and is a proud graduate of the University of New Orleans. Thirteen years ago, he moved to Hammond, where he has been proud to call home ever since. David is a licensed real estate agent and handles administrative work for Benny’s Place, keeping him busy both professionally and in the local

community. He enjoys meeting people, building relationships, and being involved in the community he calls home. This year marks David’s third year as a member of the Krewe of

Omega riding on Donewar/Krewe of the Disco float, and he is excited to continue being part of this great Hammond tradition. He is looking forward to another year of friendship, fun, and, of course, plenty of Mardi Gras spirit!

NICOLE DONEWAR-TRENTACOSTA & MICHAEL DEMARCO

Nicole Donewar-Trentacosta is the daughter of Frankie Donewar & Renee Rusciano Donewar.  Nicole is married to Perry Trentacosta. Nicole proudly continues a remarkable family legacy within the Krewe of Omega, representing the 3rd generation of her family as Krewe royalty. Her grandmother, Mary Ann Rusciano, reigned as Queen Omega II, and Nicole’s mother, Renee Rusciano Donewar, as Queen Omega XL. A lifelong resident of Hammond, Louisiana, Nicole attended Holy Ghost Catholic Elementary School & is a graduate of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic High School. Nicole has been the owner & operator of Sei Bella Beauty Salon, located in Hammond's historic downtown district, for sixteen years. She rides on the Donewar/Krewe of the Disco float serving as the float’s sergeant.

Joseph Michael DeMarco is a proud native of Hammond.  He graduated from Hammond High and continued his education at The Aveda Institute in Covington.  In 2003, he accepted a cosmetology educator position with Neill Corporation and, since then, has resided in Atlanta, Boston, and Seattle, advancing his career not only as an Aveda Hair Color Specialist & Educator, but also as director of two Aveda Institutes, in Covington and Seattle, WA. In 2023, Michael returned to Hammond & is currently the manager of two Paris Parker Salons & Spas: Mandeville & Hammond.  Michael's legacy is his great-grandfather, Joe DeMarco, who immigrated from Sicily & established the strawberry farming industry in Hammond. A statue was placed in Cate Square Park in his honor.  In honor of his great-grandfather, Michael was named after him. He is a 3rd-year member & rides on the Donewar/Krewe of the Disco float. 

KAYLA APARICIO & JAYK ADAMS-PHARES

Kayla Aparicio, a native of Covington, is a proud mom and a true Louisiana girl with a love for Carnival, community, and adventure. Always ready to try something new and create lasting memories, Kayla brings a fun-loving spirit, warmth, and plenty of personality wherever she goes. This season marks Kayla’s first year with the Krewe of Omega, where she is honored to serve as a Gold Maid and ride on the Donewar/The Krewe of the Disco float. She looks forward to embracing the traditions of the Krewe, making new friendships, and experiencing all the excitement, magic, and camaraderie that Carnival season has to offer.

Jayk Adams -Phares is a proud, active member of the Donewar float who thrives on the camaraderie of Mardi Gras. Jayk is married to King XL, Brandon Phares. Whether he is working behind the scenes, participating in Krewe events, or gearing up to throw beads from the floats, Jayk embodies the true spirit of Omega—celebrating community, friendship,

and local culture. As the Gold Duke, Jayk is excited to bring his energy, passion, and signature style to the XLI court. He looks forward to representing the Krewe alongside his best friend and Gold Maid Kayla with pride and helping make this upcoming carnival season an unforgettable party for riders and revelers alike.