Ara Mina Biography: Weight Loss, Child, Husband, Ethnicity, Age, Net Worth, Parents, Height, Siblings, TV Show, Awards

Ara Mina, born Hazel Pascual Reyes on May 9, 1979, in Marikina City, Philippines, is a renowned Filipino actress, singer, entrepreneur, and television personality.

Known for her versatility in both drama and romance films, she rose to fame through the TV show That’s Entertainment before earning acclaim in movies like Mano Po and Huling Birhen sa Lupa.

Profile

• Full Name: Hazel Pascual Reyes
• Stage Name: Ara Mina
• Born: May 9, 1979
• Age: 46 years old
• Birthplace: Marikina City, Philippines
• Nationality: Filipino
• Occupation: Actress, singer, endorser, entrepreneur, politician
• Height: 1.63 m
• Parent: Francis Marie Klenk (mother), Chuck Mathay (father)
• Siblings: Cristine Reyes (half-sister), and others
• Spouse: Dave Almarinez
• Children: One
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $5 million

Early Life And Education

Ara Mina was born on May 9, 1979, in Marikina City, Philippines. She is 46 years old. Her mother is Francis Marie Klenk, and her father is Chuck Mathay, a former Philippine congressman. She is the older half-sister of popular actress Cristine Reyes.

Ara Mina was raised in a Roman Catholic household and is of Filipino ethnicity. She studied at Morning Dew Montessori and later enrolled in the International Academy of Management and Economics.

Career

Ara Mina began her career in the entertainment industry as a teen actress on the GMA Network show That’s Entertainment. She transitioned into more mature roles in the late 1990s, earning recognition for her work in films like Mano Po, Huling Birhen sa Lupa, and Ang Huling Lalaki sa Buhay ni Selya.

Her performances often showcased her versatility in both drama and romantic thrillers. She also ventured into music, releasing several albums and performing as a singer. Apart from acting and singing, Ara Mina is a successful entrepreneur and owns a cosmetics line. She has also dabbled in politics and public service.

Awards and Nominations

• Best Actress, Golden Screen Awards (for Huling Birhen sa Lupa)
• Best Supporting Actress, Metro Manila Film Festival (for Mano Po)
• Several nominations for FAMAS and Star Awards

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @therealaramina
• Facebook handle: Ara Mina Official
• Twitter handle: @realaramina

Personal Life

Ara Mina is married to businessman and government official Dave Almarinez. They tied the knot in 2021. Before her marriage, she had been involved in a few high-profile relationships.

She has one daughter from a previous relationship. Ara Mina stands at 1.63 meters in height and maintains a balanced personal and professional life.

Filmography

Selected Films:

• Mano Po
• Huling Birhen sa Lupa
• Ang Huling Lalaki sa Buhay ni Selya
• Tataynic
• Banatan
• Alyas Pogi: Ang Pagbabalik

TV Shows:

• That’s Entertainment
• FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano
• Kadenang Ginto
• Walang Hanggan

Music Albums:

• Ara Mina (Self-titled album)
• Heavenly

Net Worth

Ara Mina has an estimated net worth of $5 million. Her income sources include acting in television and film, music projects, brand endorsements, and her cosmetics and skincare business. Her entrepreneurial ventures and investments have significantly contributed to her financial success.