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Ana Malhoa
Born
Ana Sofia Lopes Malhoa

(1979-08-06) 6 August 1979 (age 45)
São Sebastião da Pedreira, Lisbon, Portugal
Other names
  • Queen of Portuguese Pop
  • Queen of "Pimba" Music
  • Lil' Queen of Reggaeton
  • La Bomba
  • La Makina
  • Turbinada
  • Ampulheta
Occupation Singer-songwriter, actress, tv host, businesswoman
Years active 1985–present
Spouse(s) Jorge Moreira (m. 1998-2016)
Children Índia Malhoa Moreira (b. 1999)
Musical career
Genres
Instruments Vocals
Labels

Ana Malhoa (born August 6, 1979) is a famous Portuguese singer, songwriter, TV host, and actress. She started her career very young, performing with her father, José Malhoa, who is also a popular singer in Portugal.

Ana began singing with her father in 1985. Together, they released seven mini-albums, also known as EPs, between 1986 and 1995. When she was 15, Ana became the host of a children's TV show called Buéréré. Her albums from this time sold many copies, making her a big pop star in Portuguese-speaking countries. In 2000, she released her first solo album. Since then, she has become one of the best-selling pop artists in Portugal.

Ana Malhoa's Early Life

Ana Malhoa was born in Lisbon, Portugal, on August 6, 1979. Her father is the well-known singer José Malhoa. Ana was raised by her stepmother, Rosa. She has several half-siblings.

Ana finished her high school education while already a pop star. In 1998, she married Jorge Moreira. They were married until 2016. Their daughter, Índia Malhoa, was born in 1999. Índia has also become a singer in Portugal. In 2021, Ana started dating Rudi Ramos.

Ana Malhoa's Music Albums

Ana Malhoa has released many studio albums throughout her career. These albums feature her unique blend of Portuguese popular music, Latin pop, and reggaeton.

Studio Albums
  • Ana Malhoa (2000)
  • Por Amor (2001)
  • Eu (2003)
  • Eu Sou Latina (2004)
  • Nada Me Pára (2007)
  • Exótica (2008)
  • Caliente (2011)
  • Azucar (2013)
  • Superlatina (2015)
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Ana Malhoa performing at a festival in Vila do Porto, Azores, in 2010.

Ana Malhoa on Television

Ana Malhoa has also had a successful career as a TV host and actress. She hosted several popular shows, especially for children.

Television Shows
Year Title Role Notes
1988 O Grande Pagode Host
1989 Natal dos Hospitais 1989 Host
1994 Parabéns (RTP) Herself Appeared in one episode.
1994–98 Buéréré Host
1995 Big Show SIC Host
1995 Globos de Ouro 1995 Host
1996–99 Super Buéréré Host
1996 Globos de Ouro 1996 Host
1997 Globos de Ouro 1997 Host
1998 Globos de Ouro 1998 Host
1999 Globos de Ouro 1999 Host
2002 Domingo Fantástico Host
2008 Luar Herself Appeared in one episode.
2008 VIP Manicure Herself Appeared in one episode.
2013 Destinos Cruzados Herself Appeared in two episodes.
2019 Golpe de Sorte Herself

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Ana Malhoa para niños

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