The Xist Rising Stars Talent Competition took place on Sunday afternoon at the Montclair Art Museum.  

Talented children ages 4 to 17 competed before a panel of judges in three categories: Runway Modeling, Performance, and Talent of Choice. First place was Joseph Brunner, second place was Carizma Ross, and third place was Gina Nappi.

The competition mimicked a day in Hollywood as all competitors prepared backstage, receiving hair and makeup styling, just like their favorite movie stars.

The celebrity judges were Teresa Giudice and Dina Manzo from the Real Housewives of New Jersey, Gayle Giacomo and Christy Pereira from Jerseylicious, and Law & Order SVU Casting Director David Waldron.

The event benefitted Project Ladybug and St. Joseph's Medical Center in Paterson.

Xist Model & Talent Agency is located in Caldwell.