María Adánez Biography: Height, Parents, Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Son, Husband, Movies, TV Series, Books

María Adánez, whose full name is María Adánez Almenara, is a versatile Spanish actress, director, writer, and producer celebrated for her comedic timing and dramatic range in television, film, and theater.

Born in Madrid and entering the industry as a child, she gained widespread acclaim for her role as the quirky and ambitious Rebeca in the iconic sitcom “Aquí no hay quien viva” (2003-2006), which propelled her to stardom and led to appearances in its spin-off “La que se avecina” (2007-present).

Profile

• Full Name: María Adánez Almenara
• Stage Name: María Adánez
• Born: March 12, 1976
• Age: 49 years old
• Birthplace: Madrid, Spain
• Nationality: Spanish
• Occupation: Actress, Director, Writer, Producer
• Height: 165 cm
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Paca Almenara and Mr. Adánez
• Siblings: Eli Adánez and Marta Adánez
• Spouse: Ignacio Hernández Medrano (M. 2021)
• Children: Claudio (son)
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $1,000,000 to $5,000,000

Early Life And Education

María Adánez was born on March 12, 1976, in Madrid, Spain. She was raised by her parents, movie makeup artist Paca Almenara and Mr. Adánez, who passed away in 2010 due to a heart attack. Her ethnicity is Spanish. Her religion is unknown.

She has two sisters, Eli Adánez and Marta Adánez, one of whom is married to soundman Sergio Burmann. Details on her formal education, such as specific schools or years of study, remain private, but her early career suggests she balanced professional opportunities with foundational schooling in Madrid, focusing on performance training to support her child’s acting debut.

Career

María Adánez began her career as a child actress at age six, debuting in the film “Mar Brava” (1982) directed by Angelino Fons, sharing the screen with Alfredo Mayo and Jorge Sanz, followed by roles in “Loca por el circo” (1982), “Vivir mañana” (1983), “El currante” (1983), and “El Crack II” (1983).

In the 1990s, she transitioned to television with guest appearances and leads in series like “Farmacia de guardia” (1991-1995) and “Pepa y Pepe” (1995-1996), establishing her comedic presence.

Her breakthrough came in 2003 with the role of Rebeca Ortiz, the aspiring actress in the hit sitcom “Aquí no hay quien viva” (2003-2006), where she appeared in over 90 episodes, earning widespread popularity for her portrayal of a chaotic, ambitious character.

She reprised a similar role briefly in the spin-off “La que se avecina” (2007) and continued in TV with “Los protegidos” (2010-2012) as Sandra and international films like “My Life in Ruins” (2009) as Elinor. Adánez expanded into directing and producing with the short “5ºB Escalera dcha.” (2011), which she also wrote and starred in.

Recent projects include theater productions such as “The Prince and the Showgirl” (2002 tour) and series such as “La vida breve” (2024) on Movistar+, alongside upcoming appearances at Escena Móstoles 2025 and Otoño Cultural in Tres Cantos. Her versatility has made her a staple in Spanish comedy and drama.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @laadanez

Personal Life

María Adánez, 49, has navigated a series of relationships within the entertainment industry before finding stability. She was in a relationship with director and producer Alberto Caballero from 2003 to 2005, meeting on the set of “Aquí no hay quien viva.”

In June 2010, she married British law graduate David Murphy in a private ceremony on Menorca’s Binibeca estate, but they divorced by mutual agreement after three years in 2013. On November 20, 2021, she married businessman Ignacio Hernández Medrano, with whom she shares a close bond.

Adánez gave birth to their son Claudio in 2021 at age 45, marking a joyful milestone she has described as transformative. She maintains strong family ties with her mother, Paca Almenara (now married to actor Santiago Ramos), and sisters Eli and Marta.

Residing in Spain, she prioritizes motherhood and selective projects, occasionally sharing family moments on social media. Her height is 165 cm. Adánez has spoken positively about encounters like her recent meeting with Queen Letizia, praising her intelligence and journalistic background.

Net Worth

María Adánez’s estimated net worth ranges from $1,000,000 to $5,000,000. Her wealth primarily derives from her four-decade acting career in high-profile Spanish television series such as “Aquí no hay quien viva” and “Farmacia de guardia,” supplemented by film roles in international projects such as “My Life in Ruins,” theater tours, and directing credits, including “5ºB Escalera dcha.”

Additional income comes from residuals, awards-related honors, and occasional endorsements, though she avoids heavy commercialization on social media.

Filmography

Television:

Farmacia de guardia (1991-1995) as a recurring role

Pepa y Pepe (1995-1996) as the lead role

Aquí no hay quien viva (2003-2006) as Rebeca Ortiz (over 90 episodes)

La que se avecina (2007) as Rebeca Ortiz (guest appearances)

Los protegidos (2010-2012) as Sandra (recurring)

La vida breve (2024) as the lead role (Movistar+)

Film:

Mar Brava (1982) as a child role

Loca por el circo (1982) as a supporting role

Vivir mañana (1983) as Child role

El currante (1983) as Child role

El Crack II (1983) as a child role

My Life in Ruins (2009) as Elinor

Additional films: Tiovivo c. 1950 (2004), and over 20 more (details limited)