Frances Ondiviela Biography: Ex-Husband, Age, Net Worth, Height, TV Shows, Awards, Movies, Model

María Francesca Ondiviela Otero was born on May 19, 1962, in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain.

She is a Spanish-Mexican actress, model, and former beauty queen best known for her roles in telenovelas such as El privilegio de amar, Amigas y rivales, and La madrastra.‎ ‎

Profile

• Full Name: María Francesca Ondiviela Otero
• Stage Name: Frances Ondiviela
• Born: May 19, 1962
• Age: 63 years old
• Birthplace: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain
• Nationality: Spanish-Mexican
• ‎Occupation: Actress, Model, Former Beauty Queen
• Height: 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm)
• ‎Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Ondiviela
• ‎Siblings: Unknown
• ‎Spouse: Jorge Cosío
• Children: Natalia Ortiz, Emiliano Ortiz
• Relationship: Divorced
• Net Worth: $3 million ‎

Early Life And Education

Frances Ondiviela was born on May 19, 1962, in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain, she is 63 years old, born and raised by her parents Mr. and Mrs. Ondiviela, details about her siblings are not publicly available.

She is of Hispanic ethnicity and practices Christianity.

She pursued her early education in Spain, later enrolling in acting and modeling courses to prepare for her entertainment career.

Her natural beauty and confidence helped her enter beauty pageants, which became her first step toward fame. ‎

Career

Frances Ondiviela’s career began in the early 1980s when she gained national attention after winning the title of Miss Spain in 1980.

She later represented Spain in the Miss World 1980 pageant, marking her entry into the public spotlight.

Following her success in pageantry, Frances transitioned into acting, appearing in Spanish television productions before moving to Mexico, where she found her true artistic home.

In Mexico, Frances became a popular face on television, starring in numerous successful telenovelas produced by Televisa and Telemundo.

Her notable works include El privilegio de amar, Amigas y rivales, La madrastra, El amor no tiene precio, and El Señor de los Cielos.

Known for her grace and emotional depth, Frances often portrayed sophisticated, strong, and complex characters, earning admiration across Latin America.

Throughout her long-standing career, she has also participated in theater and film, proving her versatility as an actress.

Frances continues to be active in the entertainment industry, maintaining her status as a respected and enduring talent. ‎

Awards and Nominations

• Miss Spain (1980)
• Miss World 1980 Contestant (Spain representative)
• TVyNovelas Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress (El privilegio de amar, 1999)
• Miami Life Award nomination for Best Actress (Amigas y rivales, 2001)

Social Media

• ‎Instagram handle: @francesondiviela
• Facebook handle: Frances Ondiviela
• Twitter handle: @FrancesOndiviela ‎

Personal Life

Spanish-Mexican actress, model, and former beauty queen Frances Ondiviela was previously married to Jorge Cosío; she later divorced and has since focused on her career and family life.

She is a proud mother of two children, Natalia Ortiz and Emiliano Ortiz.

Regarding her height, Frances Ondiviela stands at 5 feet 7 inches tall which is approximately (170 cm). ‎

Filmography

Some of Frances Ondiviela’s notable works include:

• El privilegio de amar
• Amigas y rivales
• La madrastra
• El amor no tiene precio
• El Señor de los Cielos
• Corazón salvaje
• Vino el amor ‎

Net Worth

Frances Ondiviela has an estimated net worth of $3 million.

Her wealth primarily comes from her successful acting career, modeling work, and brand collaborations.

Having worked in both the Spanish and Mexican entertainment industries, Frances continues to earn from television appearances, theater projects, and media engagements.