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Gaby Espino
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Espino in 2019
Born
María Gabriela Espino Rugero

(1977-11-15) November 15, 1977 (age 47)
Occupation
  • Actress
  • model
  • presenter
Years active 1996–present
Spouse(s)
(m. 2007; div. 2011)
Children 2

María Gabriela Espino Rugero (born November 15, 1977), known as Gaby Espino, is a talented actress, model, and presenter from Venezuela. She is famous for her main roles in popular TV shows called telenovelas. These shows have been big hits in Venezuela, Colombia, and Mexico.

About Gaby Espino

Her Early Life

Gaby Espino was born in Caracas, Venezuela. Her father was a chemical engineer, and her mother worked in advertising. Gaby has a mix of backgrounds, including Spanish, Native Venezuelan, and Lebanese heritage. Her parents separated when she was young. Gaby is the oldest of five children. She has a sister named Andreina, two half-brothers named Gustavo and Mariano, and a half-sister named Nelly.

Her Career Path

When she was younger, Gaby loved animals and first wanted to become a veterinarian. Later, she thought about studying dentistry. However, she changed her mind again and started studying public relations. Finally, she decided that acting was her true passion and began her journey to become an actress. She has been active in her career since 1996.

Gaby's Family Life

Gaby Espino married Venezuelan actor Cristobal Lander on June 14, 2007. They had a daughter together in 2008. The couple later divorced in March 2011.

In September 2011, Gaby Espino and actor Jencarlos Canela announced they were in a relationship. They welcomed a son in 2012. The godparents for their son are Cristina Saralegui and Pitbull. On August 26, 2014, Gaby and Jencarlos shared that they had decided to end their relationship. Gaby is a mother of two children.

Gaby Espino's Work

Movies She Has Been In

Gaby Espino has appeared in several films. Here are some of them:

List of appearances and roles in feature films
Year Title Role Notes
2005 La mujer de mi hermano Laura / Lara Her first movie role
2006 Elipsis Leonora Duque
2010 Más sabe el diablo: El primer golpe Manuela Dávila A movie that continued the story of a telenovela
2015 Desaparecer Herself
2015 Lusers, los amigos no se eligen Angie
2018 ¡... a mi marido! Viviana
2021 No es lo que parece Adriana
2022 Cuarentones Naomi

TV Shows She Has Starred In

Gaby Espino has had many roles in television series and specials. She is well-known for her work in telenovelas.

List of appearances in television series and specials
Year Title Role Notes
1995–1996 Nubeluz Host / Dalina Venezuelan Season
1997 A todo corazón Natalia
1999 Enamorada Ivana Robles
2000 Amantes de Luna Llena Abril Cárdenas
2001 Guerra de mujeres Yubirí Gamboa
2002 Las González Alelí González
2003 Rebeca Princesa Izaguirre Zabaleta
2004 Luna, la heredera Luna Mendoza Main role
2005–2006 Se solicita príncipe azul María Carlota Rivas
2006–2007 Mundo de fieras Mariángela Cruz
2007 Sin vergüenza Renata Sepúlveda
2008–2009 El Rostro de Analía Mariana Andrade / Ana Lucía "Analía" Moncada Short participation
2009–2010 Más sabe el diablo Manuela Dávila Main role; 182 episodes
2010 Ojo por ojo Alina Jericó de Monsalve
2011 Confesiones de novela Herself
2013–2014 Santa Diabla Amanda Braun / Santa Martínez Main role; 136 episodes
2016–2018 Señora Acero Indira Cárdenas Series regular (seasons 3–4); 118 episodes
2019 Jugar con fuego Camila Peláez de Miller Main role; 10 episodes
2019 Miss Universe 2019 Herself 1 episode
2019 Betty en NY Herself 1 episode
2021 La suerte de Loli Paulina Castro Main role; 103 episodes
2022 El rey Vicente Fernández Verónica Landín Recurring role; 26 episodes

Awards Gaby Has Won

Gaby Espino has received several awards for her work and popularity.

Year Award Category Works Result
2012 Premios Tu Mundo #MostSocial Herself Won
2013 I’m ... and I Know It Won
Favorite Award of the Night Won
Premios People en Español Best Actress Santa Diabla Nominated
Couple of the Year (with Aarón Díaz) Nominated

See also

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