Mirela Retegan is a Romanian celebrity known for her diverse career as an author, radio host and founder of the popular children’s entertainment group “Gașca Zurli”.
Her fame stems from her work with Gașca Zurli, a widely recognized children’s entertainment project that became a cultural phenomenon in Romania.
Retegan has become a well-known name in children’s education and entertainment, establishing himself as a parent coach and strong advocate for creative family engagement .
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- – Full name: Mirela Retegan
- – Date of birth: July 24, 1970
- – Age: 54 years old
- – Gender: Female
- – Place of birth: Dej, Cluj County, Romania
- – Nationality: Romanian
- – Occupation: Author, Radio Host, Founder of Gașca Zurli, Parent Coach
- – Height: Not applicable
- – Parents: Not applicable
- – Siblings: Not applicable
- – Spouse: Divorced (Cornel Sorian, ex-husband)
- – Children: Maya Sorian
- – Relationship status: Single
- – Religion: Not applicable
- – Ethnicity: Romanian
- – Net worth: 1 million USD and 5 million USD
Early life and education
Mirela Retegan was born on July 24, 1970 in Dej, Cluj County, Romania and as of 2024, she is 54 years old. She grew up in a modest family in Romania, although little is known about her parents and siblings.
Retegan’s early years were spent in Cluj County, where she developed a strong work ethic, something she credits to her upbringing. Her ethnicity is Romanian, and although her religious views have not been openly emphasized, she has spoken about family values being central to her life.
Retegan pursued higher education in Romania, although specific details about her school and graduation year are not widely available. She began her journalism career early, working for major Romanian media agencies before moving into the creative world of children’s entertainment.
During her formative years, she also took specialized courses, such as BBC training, to improve her journalism skills, but her path soon diverged as she built the Zurli brand .
Personal life
Mirela ReteganRetegan was previously married to Cornel Sorian, a musician, with whom she shares a daughter named Maya Sorian, now 21 years old. The couple’s relationship ended in divorce when Maya was only 4 years old.
Despite personal difficulties with the separation, Retegan was publicly vocal about prioritizing her daughter’s happiness during that time.
She remains friendly with her ex-husband and is committed to raising their daughter. There are no reports of Retegan’s further marriages or relationships and she appears to be single as of 2024.
Career
Mirela Retegan began her journey as a professional journalist, working for Romanian media companies and achieving significant recognition. However, her breakthrough came in 2007 when she founded Gașca Zurli, a children’s entertainment group that quickly gained popularity.
The group is known for its educational and interactive shows, which feature colorful characters and positive messages for children and parents.
Retegan’s vision of using entertainment for family bonding and learning resonated deeply, making Gașca Zurli a huge success across Romania. In addition to Gașca Zurli, Retegan is the author of several books, often focusing on parenting advice and family relationships.
She is also a radio presenter on Europa FM, interacting with her audience on topics of family life and parenting. Her podcast and frequent appearances at parenting conferences further solidify her status as an influential figure in Romanian media.
Net worth
Mirela Retegan’s net worth is estimated to be between $1 million and $5 million.
Her wealth comes mainly from the success of Gașca Zurli, which has grown into a major entertainment brand, as well as her books, radio shows, and public speaking activities.
Social Media
- – Instagram: @miraretegan
- – Twitter: @MirelaRetegan
Cinema
- – Superpietonii Zurli (2024)
- – Casa Zurli (2020)
- – CulTour (2018)
Book
- – Dincolo de parenting and teorii
- – Zurli Magazine
- – Antrenorul Părinților
