Mariana Briski Biography: Husband, Age, Son, Net Worth, Movies & TV Shows

Mariana Marcela Briski, famously known as Mariana Briski, was an Argentine actress, director, producer, screenwriter, author, and professor whose versatile career spanned television, film, theater, and radio.

Renowned for her comedic roles in shows like VideoMatch and Poné a Francella, as well as her dramatic performances in films such as It’s Not You, It’s Me (2004) and El Viento (2005), Briski brought humor and depth to her work.

Her contributions to Argentine entertainment, particularly in sketch comedy and theater, along with her resilience in battling breast cancer, left a lasting legacy until her passing in 2014.

Profile

• Full Name: Mariana Marcela Briski
• Stage Name: Mariana Briski
• Born: 14, September 1965
• Died: 14, August 2014 (Aged: 48 years old)
• Birthplace: Córdoba, Argentina
• Nationality: Argentine
• Occupation: Actress, Director, Producer, Screenwriter, Author, Professor
• Height: Unknown
• Parents: Mario Briski and Mrs. Briski
• Siblings: 2
• Spouse: Hernán Ventura (m. 1988–2014)
• Children: Pedro Ventura Briski
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $1 million

Early Life and Education

Mariana Marcela Briski was born on September 14, 1965, in Córdoba, Argentina, to Mario Briski, a notable figure in local theater, and Mrs. Briski. Growing up with an older and younger brother in Córdoba, she developed an early passion for acting, debuting in the play Pino Verde by José Pedroni during a high school festival.

After completing secondary school, Briski moved to Buenos Aires to study at the Escuela Municipal de Arte Dramático, laying the foundation for her multifaceted career. She was of Argentine and Jewish descent, though her religious practices were not publicly disclosed.

Career

Mariana Briski’s career began in the early 1990s with television roles that showcased her comedic talent. She gained prominence in 1994 on VideoMatch, Marcelo Tinelli’s hit show, where she and Sandra Monteagudo created memorable sketches like “Sandra y Esteban,” “Luna y Matilde,” and “Las Feministas,” blending humor with social commentary.

Her work in comedy continued with roles in De la cabeza and Chachachá, where she crafted characters like Soledad in “Me quedé ciego,” and later in Poné a Francella (2001–2002), a popular sitcom. She also served as an acting director for Mex Urtizberea’s Magazine For Fai and played Dr. Marisol Columpio in Resumiendo on Canal 7.

Briski’s film career included standout performances in It’s Not You, It’s Me (2004), a romantic comedy, El Viento (2005), a drama that highlighted her emotional range, and Salsipuedes (2011). She also appeared in Comodines (1997) and Algo habrán hecho (2005), earning praise for her versatility.

In theater, she starred in Diez minutos para enamorarse, directed by Alberto Ure, and presented two solo comedy shows, La del medio and La del medio (combo 2), with direction by Diego Leske and production by her sister Roxana Briski’s Hache Nas Producciones. Her radio work included Day Tripper on Rock & Pop with Juan Di Natale, and she replaced Maju Lozano on RSM with Mariana Fabbiani, playing the host’s comedic “brother” alongside Humberto Tortonese.

Despite her 2004 breast cancer diagnosis, Briski continued working, contributing to projects like Primicias and maintaining her presence in theater and television. Her courage and openness about her illness, including discussing it with her son Pedro, resonated with audiences. Her final years included roles in Epitafios (2004) and other projects, leaving a legacy of humor, resilience, and artistic innovation in Argentine entertainment.

Social Media

Mariana Briski does not have a social media account

Personal Life

Mariana Briski married Hernán Ventura in 1988, and they remained together until her death in 2014. They had one son, Pedro Ventura Briski, born in October 2000. Briski was open about her breast cancer diagnosis in 2004, which metastasized to her lungs by 2011, requiring two surgeries, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy.

She shared her experience with Pedro, using a doll to explain hair loss from treatment, and sought professional help to navigate family conversations. A close friend of Elizabeth Vernaci and Humberto Tortonese, she was also a guest at Marley’s 40th birthday. Briski passed away on August 14, 2014, at the Alexander Fleming Institute in Buenos Aires, and was buried in Jardín de Paz, Pilar, the following day.

Filmography

• Comodines (1997)
• Primicias (2000)
• Poné a Francella (2001–2002)
• It’s Not You, It’s Me (2004)
• Epitafios (2004)
• El Viento (2005)
• Algo habrán hecho (2005)
• Salsipuedes (2011)
• The Finger (2011)

Net Worth

Mariana Briski had an estimated net worth of $1 million at the time of her death in 2014. Her wealth was derived from her extensive career in television, particularly through comedic roles in VideoMatch and Poné a Francella, as well as her film appearances in It’s Not You, It’s Me and El Viento.