Gaby Espino Biography: Net Worth, Movies, Marriage, Tv Shows, Age, Awards, YouTube

María Gabriela Espino Rugero, known professionally as Gaby Espino, is a Venezuelan actress, model and television presenter whose breakthrough came through starring roles in major Latin American telenovelas.

Her performance as Manuela Dávila in the hit series Más sabe el diablo helped elevate her recognition across the Spanish-language entertainment world.

She has built a sustained career in acting and modeling, appearing in television, film and hosting roles that reflect her versatility and professional drive.

Profile

• Full name: María Gabriela Espino Rugero
• Date of birth: November 15, 1977
• Age: 48 years old
• Gender: Female
• Place of birth: Caracas, Venezuela
• Nationality: Venezuelan
• Profession: Actress, Model, Television Presenter
• Height: 5 ft 9 in (176 cm)
• Parents: Father – a chemical engineer; Mother – a publicist
• Siblings: Sister – Andreina Espino; Half-brother – Gustavo Espino; Half-brother – Mariano Espino; Half-sister – Nelly Espino
• Spouse: N/A
• Children: Oriana Lander Espino; Nickolas Canela Espino
• Relationship status: N/A
• Religion: Christian
• Ethnicity: Spanish, Native Venezuelan, Lebanese descent
• Net worth: US $5 million

Early Life and Education

María Gabriela Espino Rugero was born on November 15, 1977 in Caracas, Venezuela and is now 48 years old. She is the daughter of a father who worked as a chemical engineer and a mother who worked in advertising.

Her parents separated when she was young. She is the eldest of five children; she has a sister Andreina, two paternal half-brothers Gustavo and Mariano, and a maternal half-sister Nelly.

Her heritage includes Spanish, Native Venezuelan and Lebanese ancestry. She spent parts of her childhood living in various Venezuelan cities such as Maracay and Puerto Ordaz.

During her teenage years she initially considered studying to become a veterinarian because of her love for animals, then switched her interest to dentistry, before eventually studying public relations in Caracas. Afterwards she trained in acting by attending the Escuela Luz Columba in Caracas.

Personal Life

Gaby Espino married actor Cristóbal Lander in June 2007; they welcomed their first child, daughter Oriana Lander Espino, in July 2008. The couple later divorced formally in March 2011. In 2011 she entered a relationship with actor Jencarlos Canela and in February 2012 their son Nickolas Canela Espino was born.

The two announced their separation in August 2014. Beyond these relationships and her role as a mother to two children, she maintains a relatively private personal life.

Career

Gaby Espino’s career began when she won an audition around age 18 to become a host on the children’s program Nubeluz in Venezuela. From there she transitioned into acting in youth-oriented telenovelas including A todo corazón and Así es la vida.

She achieved broader recognition through lead and supporting roles in telenovelas across Venezuela, Colombia and Mexico. Her role in Amantes de luna llena and Guerra de mujeres further raised her profile.

She became well known for her role as Manuela Dávila in the Telemundo series Más sabe el diablo. Beyond television she has appeared in films including La mujer de mi hermano (2005) and Elipsis (2006). She has also worked as a model and spokesperson for brands and appeared as a host and presenter for television events. Her career demonstrates longevity and adaptability across Latin-American media formats.

Awards and Nominations

• 2012 – Premios Tu Mundo: #ElMásSocial – Winner
• 2013 – Premios Tu Mundo: I’m Sexy and I Know It – Winner
• 2013 – Premios People en Español: Best Actress nomination for Santa Diabla
• 2014 – Premios Tu Mundo: Protagonista Favorita – Winner

Net Worth

Gaby Espino’s estimated net worth is approximately US $5 million. This figure comes from her earnings as an actress in multiple telenovelas, her work as a model and television presenter, as well as endorsements and media appearances across the Latin-American entertainment sector.

Social Media

• Instagram: @gabyespino

Filmography

• La mujer de mi hermano (2005)
• Elipsis (2006)
• Más sabe el diablo: El primer golpe (2010)
• Lusers, los amigos no se eligen (2015)
• ¡He matado a mi marido! (2018)
• No es lo que parece (2021)
• Cuarentones (2022)
• A todo corazón (1997)
• Enamorada (1999)
• Amantes de luna llena (2000)
• Guerra de mujeres (2001)
• Las González (2002)
• Rebeca (2003)
• Luna, la heredera (2004)
• Se solicita príncipe azul (2005-2006)
• Mundo de fieras (2006)
• Sin vergüenza (2007)
• El rostro de Analía (2008-2009)
• Más sabe el diablo (2009-2010)
• Ojo por ojo (2010-2011)
• Santa Diabla (2013-2014)
• Señora Acero (2016-2018)
• Jugar con fuego (2019)
• La suerte de Loli (2021)
• El rey Vicente Fernández (2022)