Maritza Bustamante Biography: Age, Husband, Parents, Net Worth, Height, Movies, Kids, Family

Biography

Maritza Bustamante Abidar (born September 26, 1980, in Caracas, Venezuela) is a Venezuelan actress and model renowned for her roles in telenovelas.

She began her career in 2000 with Venevisión, gaining prominence in series such as Las González, Ángel Rebelde, and Mi Vida Eres Tú.

In 2010, she signed with Telemundo, appearing in popular U.S. Spanish-language productions like Perro Amor, El Fantasma de Elena, and Relaciones Peligrosas.

The sister of animator Nelson Bustamante, she continues to captivate audiences with her versatile performances in television and film.

Venezuelan actress and model
Maritza Bustamante
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Maritza Bustamante Abidar
Stage Name:	Maritza Bustamante
Born:	26 September 1980 (age 45 years old)
Place of Birth:	Puerto La Cruz, Venezuela
Nationality:	Venezuelan
Education:	N/A
Height:	170 cm
Parents:	Nelson Bustamante
Siblings:	Nelson Bustamante
Spouse:	Max Pizzolante (m. 2015)
Boyfriend • Partner:	Julián Gil (2007)
Children:	Santiago Pizzolante Bustamante
Occupation:	Actress • Model
Net Worth:	$5 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Maritza Bustamante Abidar was born on September 26, 1980, in Caracas, Venezuela, though some sources suggest Puerto La Cruz in Anzoátegui State as her birthplace.

As a Venezuelan national of likely mestizo ethnicity—common among Venezuelans with mixed Indigenous, European, and African heritage—Venezuela’s predominantly Catholic culture may have influenced her upbringing.

Raised in an artistically inclined family, Bustamante‘s parents instilled a passion for the performing arts early on. Her father, Nelson Bustamante, was a renowned male model in his youth, while her mother excelled as a professional dancer.

She grew up alongside her older brother, Nelson Bustamante, a prominent Venezuelan television animator and presenter whose on-screen work inspired her creative interests.

From a young age, Maritza displayed a natural flair for performance, often staging impromptu shows at home—dressing up, acting, dancing, and using her father’s flashlight as a makeshift microphone to sing for her parents.

In school, she animated events and choreographed routines for the cheerleading squad, hinting at her future career in entertainment, though acting itself did not initially appeal to her.

Details on her formal education remain scarce, with no specific institutions or degrees publicly confirmed, though her early involvement in school activities suggests a standard Venezuelan schooling experience before transitioning to modelling and acting in her late teens.

Career

Maritza Bustamante launched her entertainment career in 2000, joining Venevisión, one of Venezuela’s leading television networks.

She quickly gained recognition through her roles in popular telenovelas such as Las González (2002), Ángel Rebelde (2004), and Mi Vida Eres Tú (2006). Her strong screen presence, emotional depth, and natural charm helped her stand out in dramatic and romantic storylines, establishing her as a rising star in Latin American television.

In 2010, Bustamante took her career to the international stage by signing with Telemundo, a major U.S. Spanish-language network. This transition expanded her audience and led to key roles in high-profile productions such as Perro Amor (2010), El Fantasma de Elena (2010–2011), and Relaciones Peligrosas (2012).

Her performance in Relaciones Peligrosas was particularly acclaimed, as she tackled a complex and contemporary character in a youth-focused drama.

Alongside acting, Bustamante has also pursued modelling, drawing on her artistic background and screen experience to complement her career. While she has appeared in both television and film, she remains best known for her impactful work in the telenovela genre.

Social Media

• Wikipedia: Maritza Bustamante
• Instagram: Rizos con propósito (@maritzabustamantea)
• Twitter: Maritza Bustamante (@MariBustamanT) / X

Personal Life

Maritza Bustamante, born on September 26, 1980, in Caracas, Venezuela, is currently 45 years old.

She stands at an estimated height of 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm), a stature that complemented her early modelling career before transitioning to acting.

Bustamante is married to Venezuelan singer and producer Max Pizzolante, with whom she tied the knot in April 2015.

The couple has remained together since, sharing a close partnership highlighted by a viral dance video to Pizzolante‘s song “Shut Up And Dance,” which garnered over 16 million views.

They welcomed their son, Santiago Pizzolante Bustamante, in August 2017, marking a joyful milestone in their family life.

On-screen pairings, such as with Julián Gil in Acorralada (2007), have fueled occasional rumours, but these were professional collaborations only.

Net Worth

Maritza Bustamante, the Venezuelan actress and model known for her roles in telenovelas like Las González and Relaciones Peligrosas, has an estimated net worth of $5 million.

This figure primarily stems from her successful career in television acting and modelling, spanning over two decades with networks such as Venevisión and Telemundo.

Online estimates vary, with some older sources citing up to $17 million, but recent projections align around $5 million, reflecting her earnings from series appearances, endorsements, and family ventures tied to her husband, singer Max Pizzolante.

Filmography

Television (Telenovelas and Series)

• 2000–2002: Mis 3 Hermanas (Venevisión) – Early role, marking her debut in Venezuelan telenovelas.
• 2002: Las González (Venevisión) – Played a supporting role in this popular Venezuelan drama.
• 2004: Ángel Rebelde (Venevisión) – Featured in a key role, gaining wider recognition.
• 2006: Mi Vida Eres Tú (Venevisión) – Portrayed a significant character in this romantic telenovela.
• 2007: Acorralada (Venevisión/Univision) – Played Caramelo, a notable role alongside Julián Gil.
• 2010: Perro Amor (Telemundo) – Marked her debut with Telemundo, playing Daniela Valdiri.
• 2010–2011: El Fantasma de Elena (Telemundo) – Appeared as Corina in this supernatural drama.
• 2012: Relaciones Peligrosas (Telemundo) – Played Ana Conde, a complex role in this youth-oriented telenovela.
• 2013: Santa Diabla (Telemundo) – Featured in a supporting role in this dramatic series.
• 2017: Milagros de Navidad (Telemundo) – Appeared in this holiday-themed miniseries.

Film

• Specific film credits for Maritza Bustamante are not well-documented in available sources. While she is noted to have worked in film alongside television, no specific movie titles or roles are consistently cited.

Other Work

• Modeling: Before and during her acting career, Bustamante worked as a model, leveraging her early experience in Venezuela’s fashion industry.
• Music Video: In 2015, she appeared in a viral dance video for her husband Max Pizzolante’s song “Shut Up And Dance,” which amassed over 16 million views.