What Is María Conchita Alonso's Net Worth?
María Conchita Alonso is a Cuban-born, Venezuelan-raised singer, songwriter, actress, and producer with a net worth of $8 million. She began her music career in the Spanish-speaking market and received her first gold album with the #1 hit song "Love Maniac" in 1979. She earned three Grammy nominations: Best Latin Pop Performance for 1984's "María Conchita" and 1987's "Otra Mentira Mas," and Best Latin Pop Album for 1992's "Imagíname."
In 1995, Alonso made history as the first Latin American actress born outside the U.S. to star in a Broadway musical with her debut in "Kiss of the Spider Woman." She has over 100 acting credits, including notable films like "The Running Man" (1987), "Predator 2" (1990), "Lords of Salem" (2012), and TV series such as "One of the Boys" (1989) and "El Señor de los Cielos" (2018). She has also produced works including the TV series "Picante" and the films "Blind Heat" (2001) and "Return to Babylon" (2013).
Early Life
María Conchita Alonso was born María Concepción Alonso Bustillo on June 29, 1957, in Cienfuegos, Cuba. Following the Cuban Revolution, her family relocated to Venezuela when she was five. She has two brothers, Ricardo and Robert. In 1971, she was crowned Miss Teenager World and later won Miss World/Venezuela in 1975, finishing as the sixth runner-up in the Miss World pageant.
Career
María's hit single "Love Maniac," released in 1979 under the stage name Ámbar, was followed by another #1 hit, "The Witch." She gained international recognition with the 1984 album "María Conchita," earning a Grammy nomination. Her Hollywood debut was in 1984's "Moscow on the Hudson," co-starring Robin Williams. She also starred in various TV shows like "Fantasy Island" (1982) and "Knight Rider" (1982), and movies such as "Fear City" (1984) and "Vampire's Kiss" (1989).
In the 1990s, María featured in Venezuelan telenovelas and American TV movies. She portrayed characters in films like "Richard III" (2008) and "Chasing Papi" (2003). She appeared in comedies and dramas, including a role as Vice President Gloria Valdez in the 2000 HBO movie "Chain of Command." Her versatility as an actress is evident through roles in various genres and formats, from telenovelas to Hollywood blockbusters.
Personal Life
María became a U.S. citizen in 2005 and endorsed Republican candidate John McCain in the 2008 presidential election. In 2014, she faced backlash over her support for Republican Tim Donnelly, leading to her departure from a Spanish-language production of "The Vagina Monologues." In the 2016 presidential election, she endorsed Libertarian candidate Gary Johnson.
An outspoken critic of Hugo Chávez and Fidel Castro, María made headlines with a public confrontation with Sean Penn in 2011 over political disagreements. The Venezuelan government considered revoking her citizenship in 2014 after she made controversial statements about using U.S. military intervention in Venezuela.
María is a staunch supporter of LGBT rights, citing significant support from the community throughout her career. She likens her connection with the LGBT community to that of other iconic performers.
Awards and Nominations
María has received various accolades, including two ALMA Award nominations. She won Outstanding Actress in a Made-for-Television Movie for "My Husband's Secret Life" (1999) and received recognition from the Nosotros Golden Eagle Awards, LA Femme International Film Festival, and Huelva Latin American Film Festival.
Real Estate
In 1986, María purchased a 3,732 square foot home in Beverly Hills, California, for $565,000, featuring three bedrooms and three bathrooms.
