Mirtha Calderón Jung was a Cuban-American poet, businessman, and writer who became famous for his relationship with George Jung, a former American drug trafficker who worked with Pablo Escobar.
Despite her past, Mirtha successfully turned her life around, becoming a source of motivation for many who wanted to leave a life of crime behind.
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- Full name: Mirtha Calderón Jung
- Stage name: Mirtha Calderón
- Date of birth: December 3, 1952
- Age: 71 years old
- Place of birth: Cuba
- Nationality: Cuban American
- Occupation: Poet, businessman and writer
- Height: Unknown
- Parents: Unknown
- Siblings: Unknown
- Spouse: Ex-husband George Jung
- Children: One (Kristine Sunshine Jung)
- Relationship: Divorced
- Net worth: 1 million USD
Early life and education
Mirtha Calderón was born on December 3, 1952 in Cuba, where she grew up with her parents. She attended a local high school in Cuba before starting a job as a waitress. Mirtha later met George Jung, and the two eventually married, marking the beginning of her involvement with his drug smuggling activities.
Career
Mirtha rose to fame as a drug dealer with her then-husband, George Jung, during a time when he was a prominent figure in the drug trade. She assisted him in his smuggling activities until he was captured and imprisoned.
After serving her sentence, Mirtha turned her life around, pursuing a business career and eventually becoming a poet and writer. Her transformation inspired many people and she is now recognized for her creative work.
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @mirthacalderon
- Facebook manager: Mirtha Calderon
- Twitter name: @MirthaCalderon
Personal life
Mirtha was married to George Jung, but their relationship became rocky, leading to divorce. They have a daughter together, Kristine Sunshine Jung. After her tumultuous past, Mirtha focuses on changing her life, distancing herself from her criminal history and establishing a new path as a respected writer and poet.
Net worth
According to Overlook Press, Mirtha Calderón’s net worth is estimated at $1 million, largely due to her successful writing and business career.
