Carla Jara Biography: Boyfriend, Child, Movies, Age, Parents, Net Worth, Siblings, Height

Carla Eileen Jara Cádiz, known professionally as Carla Jara, is a Chilean actress, television presenter, and former reality star who rose to prominence through her work on the youth program Mekano in 2001.

She became a household name for her roles in series like Porky te Amo, Amores Urbanos, and Xfea2, as well as her appearances on reality shows such as Pelotón IV and Fiebre de Baile.

With a vibrant career spanning acting, hosting, and social media influencing, Carla has maintained a strong public presence, further amplified by her engaging personality and high-profile personal life.

Profile

• Full Name: Carla Eileen Jara Cádiz
• Stage Name: Carla Jara
• Born: 26, August 1984
• Age: 40 years old
• Birthplace: Santiago, Chile
• Nationality: Chilean
• Occupation: Actress, Television Presenter, and Social Media Influencer
• Height: 1.65m
• Parents: Mr. Jara and Mrs. Jara
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Jorge Acuña (m. 2007-2010) and Francisco Kaminski (m. 2013-2024)
• Boyfriend: Diego Urrutia
• Children: Mariano Kaminski
• Relationship: Dating
• Net Worth: $2 million to $5 million

Early Life and Education

Carla Eileen Jara Cádiz was born on August 26, 1984, in Santiago, Chile, to parents referred to as Mr. and Mrs. Jara, as their full names are not publicly disclosed.

Information about her siblings remains unavailable. Growing up in Santiago, she developed an early interest in performance, which led her to pursue a career in the entertainment industry.

In 2006, she pursued formal theater training at the Academia Club de Teatro de Fernando González Mardones in Santiago, enhancing her acting skills. Her ethnicity is Chilean, and her religion is not publicly disclosed.

Career

Carla Eileen Jara Cádiz began her career in 2001 as a dancer on Mekano, a popular youth program on Megavisión, where she performed alongside Team Mekano and Axé Bahía.

Her breakout came in 2003 when she starred as Florencia in Mekano’s first miniseries, Zoom, acércate al amor, followed by her role as Constanza Saavedra in Amores urbanos.

These performances showcased her acting talent, leading to roles in other Mekano series, such as Don Floro, Xfea2, EsCool, and Porky te amo. Her early success was bolstered by her participation in the 2000 Miss 17 beauty contest, where she was a finalist, gaining initial public recognition.

In 2005, Carla transitioned to Mega’s telenovelas, starring as Pilar Mancini in Fortunato. After a brief hiatus in South Africa with her then-husband Jorge Acuña, she returned to television in 2009 as a contestant on TVN’s Pelotón IV, staying for four months and finishing fourth despite experiencing the 2010 Chilean earthquake during the show.

Her reality TV stints continued with La Barra del Mundial and Fiebre de Baile, and she made her feature film debut in Escort (2010). In 2012, she co-starred with Karla Vásquez in the telenovela Gordis, further cementing her versatility as an actress.

Carla Jara remains a prominent figure in Chilean entertainment, balancing acting, television presenting, and social media influencing. Her recent projects include a 2024 remake of Amores urbanos with singer Rigeo and hosting events like the Festival de Longaví, despite a public controversy involving a misunderstanding with a producer.

With over 600,000 Instagram followers, she engages audiences with lifestyle and travel content, often alongside her partner, comedian Diego Urrutia. Her resilience, evident in her ability to navigate personal challenges, such as her 2024 separation, continues to shape her enduring influence in Chile’s media landscape.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @carlajaracadiz
• Facebook Handle: Carla Jara Cádiz

Personal Life

Carla Eileen Jara Cádiz married footballer Jorge Acuña in December 2007 after meeting him in 2005. However, they divorced in January 2010 due to personal differences, a decision she finalized during Pelotón IV. She later married journalist Francisco Kaminski in 2013, and they welcomed their son, Mariano Kaminski, in 2014.

The couple separated in 2024 amid a highly publicized breakup involving allegations of infidelity, which Carla addressed on Podemos Hablar. She is now dating comedian Diego Urrutia, sharing romantic moments online, including a 2024 Fiestas Patrias celebration.

Filmography

•   Zoom, acércate al amor (2003)
•   Amores urbanos (2003)
•   Don Floro (2004)
•   Xfea2 (2004)
•   EsCool (2005)
•   Porky te amo (2006)
•   Fortunato (2005)
•   Escort (2010)
•   Gordis (2012)

Net Worth

Carla Eileen Jara Cádiz has an estimated net worth of $2 million and $5 million. Her wealth primarily comes from her acting career, television presenting, and social media influencing, with income from roles in telenovelas, reality shows, and brand endorsements on Instagram.

Additional revenue stems from hosting events and collaborations, such as her 2024 Amores Urbanos project, reflecting her ability to maintain financial success in Chile’s competitive entertainment industry. Sources: IMDb, Wikipedia, AllFamous.org, T13.cl, Chilevisión.cl