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Gaby Espino
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María Gabriela Espino Rugero
November 15, 1977 |
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| Years active | 1996–present |
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| 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.
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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:
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 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.
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 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 |
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| 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
In Spanish: Gaby Espino para niños
