María Cecilia Botero Biography: Age, Husband, Net Worth, Son, Height, Movies & TV Shows, Encanto

María Cecilia Botero Cadavid, also known as María Cecilia Botero is a revered Colombian actress, television presenter, and journalist, celebrated for her enduring contributions to telenovelas, theater, and musicals.

With a career spanning over five decades, she has become one of Colombia’s most beloved figures, known for her professionalism and versatility, from dramatic roles in Nuevo Rico, Nuevo Pobre to her voice work in Encanto.

Profile

• Full Name: María Cecilia Botero Cadavid
• Stage Name: María Cecilia Botero
• Born: February 25, 1965
• Age: 60 years old
• Birthplace: Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia
• Nationality: Colombian
• Occupation: Actress, Television Presenter, Journalist
• Height: Unknown
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Jaime Botero Gómez (father), Mrs. Botero
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: David Stivel
• Children: Mateo Stivelberg
• Relationship: Widowed
• Net Worth: $1 million to $3 million

Early Life and Education

María Cecilia Botero Cadavid was born on February 25, 1965, in Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia, to Jaime Botero Gómez, a renowned actor, librettist, and director, and Mrs. Botero.

As the niece of acclaimed actress Dora Cadavid, she grew up immersed in Colombia’s theater world. Her ethnicity is Colombian, and her religious beliefs are not publicly disclosed.

Botero studied anthropology before dedicating herself to acting, a decision influenced by her father’s legacy and her own passion for performance.

She trained extensively in theater and the arts, laying the groundwork for her multifaceted career.

Career

Botero debuted in 1971 with the production El Fantasma de Canterville, alongside Carlos Benjumea and Maruja Toro.

Her film debut followed in 1972 with María, starring Fernando Allende.

She rose to prominence in telenovelas like Nuevo Rico, Nuevo Pobre (2007) and La Bruja (2011), earning praise for her dramatic range.

Botero produced and starred in musical comedies directed by her late husband, David Stivel, including Peter Pan, Sugar, and La Mujer del Año.

As a presenter, she hosted news programs like CM& and Noticiero de las 7, and talk shows such as María C. and Las Tardes de María C..

Her voice work in Disney’s Encanto (2021) as Abuela Alma marked a recent highlight.

Awards & Nominations

• TV y Novelas Awards (1994, 1995): Won Best News Anchorwoman
• TV y Novelas Awards (2000): Nominated for Best News Anchorwoman
• TV y Novelas Awards (2015): Nominated for Best Female Villain for La Suegra
• Simón Bolívar Awards: Won Best Actress and Simón Bolívar Order for her career

Social Media

María Cecilia Botero does not have a social media accounts.

Personal Life

María Cecilia Botero, 60, is widowed following the death of her husband, Argentine director David Stivel, in 2003; they married in 1981 and shared a son, Mateo Stivelberg.

She maintains a private personal life, focusing on family and her work at the Charlot Academy.

Botero resides in Colombia, where she continues to inspire through her legacy in theater and television.

Net Worth

María Cecilia Botero’s estimated net worth ranges from $1 million to $3 million, derived from her acting roles, presenting, production, and academy direction.

Filmography

Selected Filmography:

• María (1972) – Lead role (debut)

Selected Television:

• Nuevo Rico, Nuevo Pobre (2007) – Supporting role
• La Bruja (2011) – Supporting role
• La Suegra (2015) – Villain role
• Encanto (2021) – Abuela Alma (voice)