Montserrat Oliver facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Montserrat Oliver
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Oliver in 2020
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Montserrat Lourdes Socorro Oliver Grimau
April 13, 1966 Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
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| Occupation | Fashion model, business entrepreneur, actress, talk-show host |
| Years active | 1982–present |
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m) |
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Yaya Kosikova
(m. 2020) |
Montserrat Oliver is a famous Mexican model, businesswoman, actress, and TV host. She was born Montserrat Lourdes Socorro Oliver Grimau on April 13, 1966. She has had a long and successful career in entertainment and business.
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Montserrat Oliver's Career Journey
Montserrat Oliver began her exciting career in the world of modeling when she was just 16 years old. She quickly became well-known.
Early Modeling Success
One of her first big achievements was appearing on the cover of Vogue magazine. She was featured in this famous fashion magazine many times throughout her career.
In the early 1990s, Montserrat also starred in a popular TV commercial for "Brandy Presidente." Her line "obviamente Presidente" became very famous. This commercial helped boost her modeling career even more.
Moving to the United States
Early in her career, Montserrat moved to Miami, USA. There, she continued her modeling work. She appeared in magazines like Elle and Top Model.
While living in Miami, she also started acting. She got a role in the Fox TV series Fortune Hunter. She also hosted a show called Basta on Telemundo for two years.
Return to Mexico and TV Shows
After several years in the United States, Montserrat returned to Mexico City. She began acting in telenovelas, which are like long TV dramas. Her first telenovela for Televisa was Ramona. She later appeared in other telenovelas such as "Sin Pecado Concebido," "Mujeres," and "La Madrastra."
After Ramona, Montserrat Oliver started her own show on Televisa. It was called "Las Hijas de la Madre Tierra." She co-produced and co-hosted this show with her good friend Yolanda Andrade. The show was very popular and aired for eight years in Mexico and other countries.
Brand Ambassador Roles
During this time, Montserrat also became a spokesperson for big global companies. She represented brands like Coca-Cola, L’Oréal Paris, and Lancôme. As of 2025, she is still the face of brands like Scotia Bank, Trident, and Clear shampoo.
Global Correspondent and Host
Montserrat continued her work with Televisa as a live correspondent. She reported from major global events. She covered the Athens, Beijing, and London Olympics in 2004, 2008, and 2012. She also reported from the Japan, South Africa, and Brazil World Cups in 2002, 2010, and 2014.
She has also hosted live award shows. In 1998, she hosted the famous music festival Viña del Mar in Chile. In 2002, she co-hosted the MTV Video Music Awards Latinoamérica in Miami.
Currently, Montserrat co-hosts the Televisa interview and musical late-night show Mojoe with Yolanda Andrade.
Montserrat Oliver's Businesses
Besides her busy career in media, Montserrat Oliver is also a successful businesswoman. She owns several companies.
Fashion and Accessories
She has her own clothing line called Royal Closet. She also has a line of sunglasses called MO Lunettes du Soleil.
Talent and Production
Montserrat also owns a talent agency called Jerry ML. This agency helps artists find commercial work across Mexico. She also has a production company that creates commercials.
Television Appearances
Montserrat Oliver has been a part of many television projects throughout her career.
As an Actress
- Palabra de Mujer (2007–2008)
- La Madrastra (2005)
- Mujeres (2005)
- Sin pecado concebido (2001)
- Ramona (2000)
As a Producer
- Las Hijas de la Madre Tierra (2000)
As Herself (Host or Guest)
- reto 4 elementos naturaleza extrema (2018–present)
- Mojoe (Present)
- Otro rollo... Historia en diez (2005)
- Otro rollo con: Adal Ramones (2005)
- El show de Cristina (2004)
- Rebelde (2004)
- 100 mexicanos dijeron (2004)
- Big Brother VIP 3 (2004)
- Big Brother VIP: México (2004)
- Hoy (2004)
- Clase 406 (2002)
- MTV Video Music Awards Latinoamérica 2002 (2002)
- Las hijas de la madre tierra (2000)
See also
In Spanish: Montserrat Oliver para niños
