Raúl Araiza Biography: Age, Religion, Brother, Movies, Parents, Ethnicity, Wife, Awards, Net Worth

Raúl Araiza is a Mexican actor and television presenter who first gained widespread attention through his roles in telenovelas in the early 1990s, notably his role as Gerardo Garza Osuna in Cadenas de Amargura (1991).

Later, he broadened his influence by becoming a familiar face on daytime television programs, establishing himself as one of Mexico’s most enduring entertainment personalities.

Profile

• Full name: Raúl Araiza Herrera
• Nickname: El Negro Araiza
• Date of birth: November 14, 1964
• Age: 60 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Mexico City, Mexico
• Nationality: Mexican
• Profession: Actor, television presenter
• Height: 5 ft 9 in (175 cm)
• Weight: 159 lb (72 kg)
• Eye color: Dark brown
• Hair color: Black
• Parents: Raúl Araiza (film and TV director) & Norma Herrera (actress)
• Siblings: Armando Araiza (brother, actor and producer)
• Spouse: Fernanda Rodríguez (divorced, 2019)
• Children: Two daughters — Camila Araiza Rodríguez and Roberta Araiza Rodríguez
• Relationship status: Divorced; romantically linked since 2023 with psychologist Magda Vallejo
• Religion: Catholic
• Ethnicity: Latino/Mexican
• Net worth: US$4 million

Early Life and Education

Raúl Araiza was born on November 14, 1964, in Mexico City, into a family deeply rooted in show business. His father, Raúl Araiza (Sr.), was a renowned director and producer, while his mother, Norma Herrera, was a respected actress. He has a brother, Armando Araiza.

He studied acting at Centro de Educación Artística (CEA), the training institute of Televisa, where he honed his skills for both dramatic and comedic performances. His early exposure to the entertainment industry influenced his creative path, leading him to start acting as a child in the 1970s.

Personal Life

Raúl Araiza was married to Fernanda Rodríguez, with whom he shares two daughters, Camila and Roberta. Their marriage lasted over 24 years before they divorced in 2019. Despite their separation, the couple maintains a friendly relationship and co-parents their children.

Since 2023, Araiza has been in a relationship with Magda Vallejo, a psychologist, as reported by TVNotas and Quién. He has publicly spoken about his struggles with alcoholism and mental health, explaining that therapy and family support helped him maintain sobriety and stability.

Career

Raúl Araiza began his career at a young age, appearing in film and television roles from the mid-1970s onward. His breakthrough came with the telenovela “Cadenas de Amargura” (1991), where he played one of the male leads. Over the years he took on major roles in telenovelas such as “Retrato de familia” (1995-96) and “Amor mío” (2006-08).

Beyond acting, he transitioned into television presenting and became one of the hosts of the daytime news/entertainment show “Hoy” beginning in 2008. He also appeared in more recent productions like “Papá a toda madre” (2017-18) and “La desalmada” (2021).

Awards

• Premios TVyNovelas (1992): Best Young Lead Actor – Cadenas de Amargura (Winner)
• Premios TVyNovelas (2010): Best Co-star Actor – Un gancho al corazón (Winner)
• Premios TVyNovelas (1996): Best Co-star Actor – Retrato de familia (Nominee)

Net Worth

Raúl Araiza’s net worth is estimated at US$4 million. His wealth is primarily derived from: acting, brand partnerships, paid appearances, and endorsement deals.

Social Media

• Instagram: @negroaraiza
• X: @negroaraiza
• TikTok: @negroaraizaoficial

Filmography

• El milagro de vivir (1975)
• Nuevo amanecer (1988–1989)
• Cadenas de Amargura (1991)
• Retrato de familia (1995–1996)
• Amor mío (2006–2008)
• Un gancho al corazón (2008–2009)
• Papá a toda madre (2017–2018)
• La desalmada (2021)
• ¡Chócalas Compayito! (2023)