África Zavala Biography: Age, Height, Net Worth, Parents, Movies & TV Shows, Partner

África Ivonne Lechuga Zavala, professionally known as África Zavala, is a Mexican actress and model best known for her leading roles in telenovelas.

She gained widespread recognition through productions such as Peregrina, Código Postal, Cuidado con el Ángel, Corona de Lágrimas, La Malquerida, and Amores con Trampa. Renowned for her versatility and enduring presence on Mexican television, she has become one of the prominent actresses in the country’s entertainment industry.

África Zavala
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	África Ivonne Lechuga Zavala
Stage Name:	África Zavala
Born:	12 August 1985 (age 40 years old)
Place of Birth:	Mexico City, Mexico
Nationality:	Mexican
Ethnicity:	Mestizo
Height:	1.68m
Religion:	Christianity
Parents:	Mr. and Mrs. Lechuga Zavala
Siblings:	Sergio Zavala
Relationship:	León Peraza
Children:	1
Occupation:	Actress, Model
Net Worth:	$3 million

Early Life and Education

África Zavala was born on 12 August 1985 in Mexico City, Mexico. She was raised by Mr. and Mrs. Lechuga Zavala in a supportive family environment and grew up alongside her brother, Sergio Zavala.

From an early age, she displayed a strong interest in performing arts, a passion that eventually inspired her to pursue acting as a profession.

África Zavala received her professional acting training at the Centro de Educación Artística (CEA) of Televisa, graduating in 2004 before making her television debut. The rigorous programme prepared her for a successful career in telenovelas and television drama. She is of Mestizo Mexican ethnicity, and was raised in a Christian household.

Career

África Zavala began her acting career after graduating from Televisa’s CEA, first appearing in the comedy series Bajo el mismo techo before landing her breakthrough leading role in Peregrina opposite Eduardo Capetillo.

She continued building her reputation with starring roles in Código Postal and Cuidado con el Ángel, where her performances introduced her to a wider audience across Latin America.

África Zavala went on to establish herself as one of Mexico’s leading telenovela actresses through acclaimed performances in Corona de Lágrimas, La Malquerida, Amores con Trampa, La Doble Vida de Estela Carrillo, Vencer el Pasado, El Señor de los Cielos, and Papás por Conveniencia.

Her work has earned several TVyNovelas Award nominations and widespread recognition for portraying emotionally complex characters, securing her place among the most respected actresses in Mexican television.

Awards and Nominations

• TVyNovelas Awards – Best Co-star Actress (Corona de Lágrimas) – Nominated (2013)
• TVyNovelas Awards – Best Co-star Actress (La Malquerida) – Nominated (2015)
• TVyNovelas Awards – Best Antagonist Actress (La Doble Vida de Estela Carrillo) – Nominated (2018)

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @afri_zavala
• Facebook Handle: África Zavala
• Twitter Handle: @AfricaZavala

Personal Life

África Zavala, 40 years old and 1.68m tall, previously dated actor Eduardo Yáñez before beginning a relationship with businessman León Peraza, with whom she welcomed their son, León, in 2020.

Although the couple have not publicly announced a marriage, they have continued to share aspects of their family life while balancing their professional commitments.

Net Worth

África Zavala has an estimated net worth of $3 million USD. Her wealth has been accumulated primarily through her successful acting career in telenovelas, modeling assignments, brand endorsements, and television appearances.

She has also earned income from promotional partnerships and other entertainment-related ventures, making acting her principal source of revenue.

Filmography

• No Sé Si Cortarme las Venas o Dejármelas Largas (2013)

Television

• Bajo el mismo techo (2005)
• Peregrina (2005–2006)
• Código Postal (2006)
• Cuidado con el Ángel (2008–2009)
• La Doble Vida de Estela Carrillo (2017)
• La Jefa del Campeón (2018)
• Atrapada (2018)
• Vencer el Pasado (2021)
• Natural Born Narco (2022)
• El Señor de los Cielos (2023–2024)
• Papás por Conveniencia (2024)
• Monteverde (2025)

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