Cristina Ferreira Biography: Age, Husband, Height, Net Worth, Son, Parents, TV Shows, Instagram

Cristina Maria Jorge Ferreira, known professionally as Cristina Ferreira, is a Portuguese television presenter, journalist, and businesswoman, widely regarded as one of Portugal’s most influential media personalities.

Best known for hosting the long-running morning talk show Você na TV! (2004–2018) on TVI and O Programa da Cristina (2019–2020) on SIC, she has dominated Portuguese television with her engaging presence and entrepreneurial spirit.

Profile

• Full Name: Cristina Maria Jorge Ferreira
• Stage Name: Cristina Ferreira
• Born: 9, September 1977
• Age: 47 years old
• Birthplace: Malveira, Mafra Municipality, Portugal
• Nationality: Portuguese
• Occupation: Television Presenter, Journalist, Businesswoman, Actress, Producer
• Height: Unknown
• Parents: Mr. Ferreira, Mrs. Ferreira
• Siblings: None
• Spouse: António Casinhas (m. 2002–2011)
• Children: Tiago Casinhas
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $10 million to $20 million

Early Life and Education

Cristina Maria Jorge Ferreira was born on September 9, 1977, in Malveira, a small village in Mafra Municipality, Portugal, to parents referred to as Mr. and Mrs. Ferreira, who were merchants at local fairs.

As an only child, she grew up in a rural setting, fostering a strong work ethic.

Maria graduated with a degree in History from a university in Lisbon and taught secondary school for two years. Later, she pursued Communication Sciences and journalism, training under prominent presenters Manuel Luís Goucha and Júlia Pinheiro at Universidade Independente.

Her ethnicity is Portuguese, and her religious beliefs are not publicly disclosed.

Career

Cristina Ferreira began her television career in 2002 at TVI, hosting the daily “extra” segment for Big Brother and the news program Diário da Manhã.

Her breakthrough came in 2004 when she co-hosted Você na TV! with Manuel Luís Goucha, a morning talk show that became a ratings leader for 14 years, cementing her status as a household name. Her early work included presenting reality shows and news segments, leveraging her journalism background to connect with audiences through her charismatic and relatable style.

In 2012, Ferreira expanded her presence by co-hosting A Tua Cara Não Me é Estranha, Portugal’s version of Your Face Sounds Familiar, alongside Goucha, and later Apanha Se Puderes (2017–2018).

In 2018, she made a high-profile move to SIC, launching O Programa da Cristina in 2019, which led morning ratings for the first time in 14 years, outpacing her former show. Her success earned her the 2019 Portuguese Golden Globe for Personality of the Year in Entertainment.

However, in 2020, she returned to TVI as a presenter, director of entertainment and fiction, and shareholder, following a publicized contract dispute with SIC that was later settled.

Ferreira continues to shape Portuguese television as TVI’s director of entertainment and fiction and executive director of Media Capital Digital, roles she has held since 2020.

Her recent hosting credits include Big Brother Portugal (2022–2023) and Secret Story Portugal (2024–present). Beyond television, she has built a business empire with ventures like Revista Cristina (2015–2024), the fashion store Casiraghi Forever, and the fragrance Meu.

Recognized by Forbes as a top businesswoman in entertainment, her influence extends through books, including Sentir and Deliciosa Cristina, and her blog Daily Cristina, making her a multifaceted media mogul.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @dailycristina
• Facebook Handle: Cristina Ferreira

Personal Life

Cristina Maria Jorge Ferreira was married to António Casinhas, a former professional footballer, from 2002 until their divorce in 2011. They have one son, Tiago, born on June 4, 2008.

Since her divorce, Ferreira has kept her romantic life private and is reportedly single. She maintains a vibrant public persona, sharing aspects of her lifestyle through her blog and social media, where she has over 1.4 million Instagram followers.

Filmography

• Sentimentos (2009)
• Toda a Gente Me Diz Isso (2013)
• Rua das Flores (2022)

Net Worth

Cristina Maria Jorge Ferreira has an estimated net worth of $10 million and $20 million, primarily earned through her television career, where she reportedly commands €232,000 per month, making her Portugal’s highest-paid celebrity as of 2022.