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Gala Montes

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Personal Details :

  • Full Name: Gala Fernández Montes de Oca
  • Date of Birth: August 4, 2000
  • Age: 23–24 (depending on current date)
  • Place of Birth: Mexico City, Mexico
  • Nationality: Mexican
  • Zodiac Sign: Leo
  • Height: Approximately 5′9″ (175 cm)
  • Weight: Around 55 kg (121 lbs)
  • Eye Color: Hazel brown
  • Hair Color: Reddish brown
  • Occupations: Actress, singer
  • Years Active: Since 2007 (started as a child actress)
  • Language Proficiency: Spanish and English
  • Sexual Orientation: Bisexual
  • Marital Status: Unmarried
  • Family: Mother – Crista Montes; Sister – Beba Montes
  • Early Career Start: Cast in *La niñera* (2007) at age 6 after accompanying her sister to an audition

Social Media Presence :

Career Overview :

  • Early Acting Debut (2007): Began her career at age 6 in the sitcom La niñera as Elena Fábregas, after being discovered while accompanying her sister to a casting.
  • Child & Teen Roles (2008–2014):
    • Deseo prohibido (2008) as Aurora Santos
    • Lo que callamos las mujeres (2009–2010) in multiple guest roles
    • Nos vemos, papá (2011) as Pilar
    • Amar de nuevo (2011) as Rebeca
    • La otra cara del alma (2012) as young Alma Hernández
    • Secretos de familia (2013) as Julieta Miranda
    • Espectro (2014) as Martha
    • En otra piel (2014) as Emiliana Larrea
  • Breakthrough Role (2015–2016): Played Luz Marina “Luzma” Casillas in seasons 3–4 of the hit drama El Señor de los Cielos, gaining international recognition and winning a “Revelation of the Year” award.
  • Biographical Role (2016): Portrayed Rosenda in the Juan Gabriel biopic series Hasta que te conocí.
  • Lead & Prominent Roles:
    • Mi familia perfecta (2018) as Marisol Guerrero — first lead role in a Televisa series.
    • La mexicana y el güero (2020–2021) as Katya Ibarrola.
    • Diseñando tu amor (2021) as Valentina Fuentes Barrios — lead role and also performed the theme song.
  • Reality & Recent Roles:
    • Finalist as “Gitana” on the reality show ¿Quién es la máscara? (2021).
    • Vivir de amor (2024) as Rebeca Sánchez Trejo / Frida del Olmo — a lead antagonist role.
    • Participated in La Casa de los Famosos México Season 2 (2024), placing third.
  • Film Projects:
    • De día y de noche (2007) as Luna
    • Nos vemos, papá (2011) as Pilar
    • Solo para tuba en fa mayor (2012) as Fernanda
    • Espectro (2014) as Martha
    • ¡Hasta la madre del Día de las Madres! (2023) as Lidia García

Personal Life & Interests :

  • Birthplace & Upbringing: Born and raised in Mexico City, Mexico.
  • Nationality: Mexican
  • Zodiac Sign: Leo (august 4, 2000)
  • Marital Status: Unmarried, currently not known to be in a public relationship
  • Sexual Orientation: Bisexual
  • Family: Mother – Crista Montes; Sister – Beba Montes
  • Tattoos:
    • Butterfly (right arm)
    • Mike symbol (left hand ring finger)
    • Heart (left index finger)
    • Angel (left thigh)
    • Girl face (below right rib)
    • Cat face (back of left arm)
  • Food Preferences: Non-vegetarian
  • Hobbies & Interests: Painting, playing football, reading, cooking, and traveling
  • Animal Lover: Has a pet dog and supports animal care
  • Advocacy & Values: Embraces body positivity and openly discusses mental health and LGBTQ+ identity
  • Media Presence: Featured in fashion magazines and emphasizes self-acceptance and authenticity

Net Worth :

  • Estimated Net Worth (2025): ~$44.5 million
  • Year-by-Year Growth:
    • 2024: ~$40.1 million
    • 2023: ~$35.6 million
    • 2022: ~$31.2 million
  • Primary Sources of Income: Acting in telenovelas, films, endorsements, music
  • Notable Income Streams: Lead roles in popular series such as El Señor de los Cielos, Mi familia perfecta, Diseñando tu amor, and appearances on reality programs
  • Estimated Annual Earnings: Several million USD per year from TV roles and brand collaborations

Awards & Achievements :

  • Premios Tu Mundo 2016: Winner – “Revelación del Año” (Revelation of the Year) for *El Señor de los Cielos*
  • Premios Tu Mundo 2014: Nominated – “Artista Juvenil Favorita” (Favorite Young Artist) for *En otra piel*
  • TV Adicto Golden Awards 2020: Winner – Best Female Newcomer for *La mexicana y el güero*

Fun Facts :

  • She began acting at just 6 years old after accompanying her sister to an audition.
  • In addition to acting, Gala Montes is also a professional singer and has released several songs.
  • She performed the theme song for her own telenovela Diseñando tu amor.
  • Gala has several tattoos, including a butterfly, a heart, and symbolic figures that reflect her personality.
  • She is bilingual—fluent in both Spanish and English.
  • She was a finalist on the reality show ¿Quién es la máscara?, performing under the character “Gitana.”
  • Despite her fame, she remains close to her family and often shares moments with her mother and sister on social media.
  • She is passionate about animal welfare and owns a pet dog.
  • Her fans admire her authenticity, body positivity, and openness about personal challenges.