Yotuel Biography: Age, YouTube, Net Worth, Spouse, Nationality, Wiki

Yotuel Omar Romero Manzanares, commonly known as Yotuel, is a renowned Cuban artist who has made a significant impact as a rapper, singer, songwriter, actor, and producer.

Born in Havana, he developed a love for music and sports at a young age, ultimately finding his calling in hip-hop.

As the lead singer of the Latin Grammy-winning group Orishas, Yotuel brought Cuban rhythms to the global stage, blending rap with traditional sounds.

Profile

• Full Name: Yotuel Omar Romero Manzanares
• Stage Name: Yotuel
• Born: October 6, 1976
• Age: 48 years old
• Birthplace: Havana, Cuba
• Nationality: Cuban
• Occupation: Rapper, Singer, Songwriter, Actor, Producer, Model
• Height: 178 cm (5 ft 10 in)
• Religion: Christianity
• Parents: Unknown
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Beatriz Luengo (m. 2008)
• Children: Yotuelito, DiAngelo Romero, Zoë Romero
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $1 million to $3 million

Early Life & Education

Yotuel Omar Romero Manzanares was born on October 6, 1976, in the Vedado neighborhood of Havana, Cuba, to an Afro-Cuban family.

His unique name, meaning “I, you, he” in Spanish, originated from his parents’ inability to agree on a name, so they combined the pronouns “yo,” “tú,” and “él.”

From a young age, Yotuel was passionate about sports and music. His ethnicity is Afro-Cuban, and he was raised in a Christian household, though he keeps his faith private.

Details about Yotuel’s formal education are limited. He focused on music and performance from a young age, training in rap and hip-hop through local Havana scenes.

He also pursued acting and modeling, which suggests some training in theater and television, but no specific schools or degrees are publicly documented.

Career

Yotuel’s career began in Havana’s underground rap scene. In 1994, at the age of 18, he co-founded Amenaza, a rap group that gained attention after winning first prize at the 1997 Cuban Underground Rap Music Awards.

In 1996, Cuban singer Liván Nuñez, based in France, invited Amenaza to collaborate, leading to the formation of Orishas in 1999 with Yotuel, Ruzzo, and Roldán González Rivero. Orishas’ debut album, A Lo Cubano (1999), blended hip-hop with Cuban rhythms, earning the group global success.

Their album Emigrante (2002) won a Latin Grammy for Best Rap/Hip-Hop Album and was nominated for a Grammy in 2003.

Yotuel’s acting career took off with the Spanish series Un Paso Adelante (2002–2005), where he played Pavel, gaining fame in Spain and Europe.

He appeared in films like Perfecto Amor Equivocado (2004) and Color Habana. He also modeled for brands like Ducados and Havana Club.

As a producer, he worked on Orishas’ albums and Beatriz Luengo’s projects, including Mi Generación and Carrousel.

In 2010, Orishas disbanded, and Yotuel pursued a solo career, releasing Rock’n Roll con Chancleta (2011) under the name Yotuel & His Afrocubanpunk.

Awards & Nominations

• 2003: Latin Grammy Award for Best Rap/Hip-Hop Album (Emigrante, Orishas) – Won
• 2003: Grammy Award for Best Latin Rock/Alternative Album (Emigrante) – Nominated
• 2021: Latin Grammy Award for Song of the Year (“Patria y Vida”) – Won
• 2021: Latin Grammy Award for Best Urban Song (“Patria y Vida”) – Won
• 1997: Cuban Underground Rap Music Awards, First Prize (Amenaza) – Won

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @yotuelorishas
• TikTok handle: @yotuelromero
• Facebook: @yotuel2013
• YouTube channel: Yotuel Official

Personal Life

Yotuel, 48, has been married to Spanish singer and actress Beatriz Luengo since November 6, 2008.

They met on the set of Un Paso Adelante in 2003 and share a strong creative partnership, often collaborating on music.

They have two children: DiAngelo (born 2015) and Zoë (born 2021). Yotuel also has a son, Yotuelito (born 2000), from a previous relationship.

The couple renewed their vows in Las Vegas in 2021 and live between Miami and Madrid. Yotuel stands at 178 cm (5 ft 10 in) and is close friends with actor Miguel Ángel Muñoz. He’s passionate about his Cuban heritage and uses his platform to advocate for freedom and justice.

Net Worth

Yotuel’s net worth is estimated to be between $1 million and $3 million.

His earnings come from his music with Orishas, solo projects, acting roles, producing, and modeling for brands like Ducados and Havana Club.

His work on “Patria y Vida” and other high-profile projects has boosted his income.

Discography

• A Lo Cubano (1999) – with Orishas
• Emigrante (2002) – with Orishas
• El Kilo (2005) – with Orishas
• Antidiótico (2007) – with Orishas
• Cosita Buena (2008) – with Orishas
• Gourmet (2018) – with Orishas
• Rock’n Roll con Chancleta (2011) – Solo album
• Notable Singles: “Insomnio” (2019), “Patria y Vida” (2021), “Juntos Somos Más” (2021)

Filmography

• Color Habana – Film
• Perfecto Amor Equivocado (2004) – Film (Leoncio)
• Chico Nuevo en la Ciudad – Film
• La Casa de los Líos – TV series
• Cuando Yo Sea Grande – TV series (Peru)
• Un Paso Adelante (2002–2005) – TV series (Pavel)
• The Fast and the Furious (2001) – Soundtrack contribution
• Bad Boys II (2003) – Soundtrack contribution (“Atrevido”)
• The Fate of the Furious (2017) – Soundtrack contribution