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Margarita Rosa de Francisco Baquero, commonly known as Margarita Rosa or La Mencha, is a famous Colombian actress, singer, writer, and composer Home and television host, born on August 8, 1965 in Cali, Colombia. She has made significant contributions to the Colombian entertainment industry in multiple areas.
Margarita Rosa stars in ” Women’s Aroma Cafeone of Colombia’s most iconic and successful TV series. Her acting career also includes roles such as Galito Ramirez and la madreand acting in films, e.g. Ilona Lega Con La Luvia and Paraiso Tourism.
In addition to acting, she has also pursued a music career, releasing releases such as Margarita Rosa and baralinashowcasing her versatility in a variety of musical styles. As a television presenter, she is a familiar face on Colombian screens, hosting reality competitions and other shows Desafio and news programs 24 hours.
In addition to her work in entertainment, Margarita Rosa has made her mark as a columnist for Cromos magazine and has been recognized for her humanitarian efforts. In 2000, she was appointed by the United Nations as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, further cementing her legacy as a multifaceted and influential figure in Colombian culture.
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| Real name: | Margarita Rosa de Francesco Baquero |
| stage name: | Margarita Rosa Francisco, Margarita Rosa, La Mencha |
| born: | August 8, 1965 (59 years old) |
| place of birth: | Cali, Colombia |
| Country of Citizenship: | Colombia |
| educate: | University of Los Andes |
| high: | not applicable |
| parents: | Gerardo DeFrancisco,Mercedes Baquero |
| Brothers and sisters: | Martin DeFrancisco, Adriana DeFrancisco |
| spouse: | Carlos Vives (m. 1988-1990), Daniel Castello (m. 2003-2013) |
| Boyfriend • Partner: | not applicable |
| Children: | not applicable |
| Profession: | actress·musician |
| net worth: | $5 million |
Early life and education
Margarita Rosa de Francisco was born on August 8, 1965 in Cali, Colombia. She is of mixed race, with her father having Spanish, Basque and Colombian indigenous ancestry and her mother having Spanish and French ancestry.
Margarita Rosa identified herself as Catholic early in life, but later explored Buddhism and showed interest in various spiritual practices. Her father Gerardo De Francesco is a musician, actor and television presenter, while her mother Mercedes Baquero is a fashion designer. She has a brother, Martín de Francisco, known for his Colombian television and comedy work, and a sister, Adriana de Francisco.
Margarita Rosa studied at the Art Institute University of Los Andes In Bogotá, Colombia. Her family influenced her early exposure to the arts, which, combined with her formal education, guided her toward a multi-faceted career in entertainment.
Profession
Margarita Rosa de Francisco’s career spans acting, music, writing and television hosting. She is known for her iconic role “Gaviota” in the TV series coffee shop“Scent of a Woman”, a landmark work that became one of Colombia’s most successful soap operas.
Her repertoire includes performances such as Galito Ramirez, La madreand Madame Troiaand roles in international projects. On the big screen, she starred in critically acclaimed films such as Ilona Lega Con La Luvia and Paraiso Tourism.
Musically, Margarita Rosa has demonstrated her talents as a singer and songwriter, and her albums include Margarita Rosa and baralina. These albums further solidified her artistic versatility by blending traditional Colombian sounds with influences from pop, folk and rock.
Her literary contributions include writing a column for Cromos magazine and publishing El hombre que yo amo, a collection of essays reflecting on love, life and spirituality. This writing venture highlights her depth as a creative voice beyond the screen and stage.
As a television presenter, she has appeared in films such as Desafio and 24 Horacedemonstrating her adaptability and charm in different forms.
In addition to her artistic pursuits, Margarita Rosa was a strong advocate for social causes. As a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, she advocates for issues such as children’s rights, education, environmental protection, women’s rights and violence prevention, emphasizing her commitment to making a positive impact on society.
social media
- Wikipedia: Margarita Rosa de Francesco
- Instagram: Margarita Rosa de Francisco (@margaritarosa.defrancisco)
- IMDb: Margarita Rosa de Francesco
- YouTube: Margarita Rosa de Francesco
personal life
Margarita Rosa de Francisco was married to Carlos Vives, a famous Colombian singer and actor, from 1988 to 1990. Their marriage lasted about two years before ending in divorce.
She later married Daniel Castello in 2003 and the marriage lasted for about nine years before divorcing in 2013.
Margarita Rosa had no children from either of her marriages. Information about her height has not been consistently reported, and exact details are not widely available.
net worth
Margarita Rosa de Francesco’s net worth is estimated to be approximately $5 million. This wealth has been accumulated through her diverse career in the entertainment industry, including her work as an actress in TV series, movies and series, her music career in album sales and acting, her role as a television host, and her contributions as an author and columnist.
Her involvement in humanitarian causes and advocacy may not directly increase her net worth, but it will certainly increase her public profile and influence, and potentially lead to more opportunities in her field of expertise. Keep in mind that net worth figures can vary based on different sources and the fluctuating nature of assets and income.
film chronology
tv show
- “Gallito Ramirez” (1986)
- “The Scent of a Woman” (1994) – as Gaviota
- “Mother” (1998)
- “Caponera” (2000)
- “Expedición Robinson” (2001-2002) – as host
- “Desafío” (2004-2018) – Host for multiple seasons
- “Los pecados de Inés de Hinojosa” (2008)
- “Lady of Troy” (2008)
- “Jugar con fuego” (2019) – as Camila
- “Narcos” (2015-2017) – Cameo
Movie
- “Tacones” (1981) – her film debut
- “Ilona llega con la lluvia” (1996)
- “Fidel” (2002)
- “Travel to Paraiso” (2008)
- “Cartagena” (2009)
- “Ilona llega con la lluvia” (2015) – a remake of her earlier work
music
- “Café conaroma de mujer” – original sound album (volumes 1 and 2)
- “Margarita Rosa” (1996)
- “Bailalina” (2012)
literature
- Columnist for Cromos magazine
- “El hombre del teléfono” (2016) – Book
Other notable appearances
- “24 Horas” – news presenter
- “Correo de Inocentes” (2011) – contributed music to the series
