Vielka Valenzuela facts for kids
{{infobox person | module = | name = Vielka Valenzuela | birth_place = Junumucu | birth_name = Vielka Veronica Valenzuela Lama | birth_date =
November 7, 1972 | occupation = Actress, model | spouse = | homepage =| module2 = Vielka Veronica Valenzuela Lama was born on November 7, 1972, in New York, New York, U.S. She is an American and DominicanTV host and model. Vielka is also known for winning the Miss Dominican Republic beauty pageant in 1994. After winning, she competed in the Miss Universe 1994 contest. Vielka grew up in Concepción de la Vega, Dominican Republic. She started her career in television there. Later, she moved to Mexico, where she acted in TV shows called telenovelas. She hosted a show called Hoyand now hosts Estrellas Hoyon Estrella TV.
Early Life and Background
Vielka Valenzuela was born in the United States. She spent her childhood and teenage years in the Dominican Republic. This background gave her a connection to both cultures. She learned about television work early in her career.
Beauty Pageant Career
In 1994, Vielka Valenzuela became well-known. She won the title of Miss Dominican Republic. This was a big achievement for her. After winning, she represented her country in the Miss Universe 1994 competition. This pageant is a worldwide event.
Television Work
Vielka has had a successful career in television. She started working in TV in the Dominican Republic. Later, she moved to Mexico to expand her career. In Mexico, she acted in popular TV shows. These shows are often called telenovelas.
She has also been a TV host for many years. Vielka hosted a show named Hoy. Currently, she hosts the show Estrellas Hoy. This show is broadcast on Estrella TV. Her work as a host means she talks to guests and presents different topics.
Height | 5 ft 10.7 in (1.80 m) |
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Title | Miss Dominican Republic 1994 |
Beauty pageant titleholder | |
Hair color | Black |
Eye color | Green |
Major competition(s) |
Miss Dominican Republic 1994 (Winner) Miss Universe 1994 |
Presenting career | |
Show | Hoy |
Show | Estrella Hoy |
Network | Estrella TV |