Paulina Susana Rubio Dosamantes, widely known as Paulina Rubio, is a Mexican singer-songwriter, actress, television personality, model, and businesswoman who has left an indelible mark on Latin pop music.

Dubbed “La Chica Dorada” (The Golden Girl), she first gained fame as a member of the 1980s teen pop group Timbiriche before launching a successful solo career with hits like “Mío” and “Y Yo Sigo Aquí.”

Early Life and Education

Paulina Susana Rubio Dosamantes was born on June 17, 1971, in Mexico City, Mexico, to Susana Dosamantes, a renowned Mexican actress, and Enrique Rubio González, a lawyer.

She grew up with her older brother, Enrique Rubio, in a creative and culturally rich environment that nurtured her artistic ambitions.

From a young age, Paulina showed a passion for performing, enrolling in El Centro de Capacitación de Televisa (CEA), where she studied singing, dancing, and acting.

While specific details about formal higher education are not widely documented, her training at CEA provided a strong foundation for her multifaceted career.

She is of Mexican ethnicity, and her religious beliefs are not publicly disclosed.

Career

Paulina Rubio began her career at age 10, joining the Mexican pop group Timbiriche in 1982, where she performed alongside future stars like Thalía and Diego Schoening.

The group’s success, with hits like “Soy un Desastre,” made her a teen idol across Latin America and Spain, performing to massive audiences during the 1980s.

After leaving Timbiriche in 1991, she pursued acting, appearing in telenovelas such as Pobre Niña Rica (1995) and Baila Conmigo (1992).

Her solo music career launched with the 1992 album La Chica Dorada, featuring the chart-topping single “Mío,” which established her as a leading figure in Latin pop.

The 2000s marked Rubio’s international breakthrough with her album Paulina (2000), which included hits like “Lo Haré Por Ti” and “Y Yo Sigo Aquí.”

The album sold over 2 million copies worldwide and earned her a Latin Grammy nomination, solidifying her status as a global pop star.

She continued to release successful albums like Pau-Latina (2004), featuring “Te Quise Tanto,” and Gran City Pop (2009), blending pop, rock, and electronic influences.

Beyond music, Rubio expanded her presence as a television personality, serving as a coach on La Voz México and The X Factor in the U.S., and ventured into modeling and business with her own perfume and clothing lines.

Rubio remains a dynamic force in entertainment, with her 2018 album Deseo showcasing her ability to evolve with modern music trends while retaining her signature style.

She continues to perform at major festivals and collaborate with artists across genres, maintaining a strong connection with her fanbase through energetic live shows.

Her influence extends beyond music, as she advocates for women’s empowerment and supports charitable causes, including disaster relief in Mexico.

Rubio’s enduring appeal lies in her ability to reinvent herself while staying true to her vibrant persona, cementing her legacy as a trailblazer in Latin pop.

Personal Life

Paulina Susana Rubio Dosamantes was married to Nicolás Vallejo-Nágera, known as “Colate,” from 2007 to 2013, with whom she has a son, Andrea Nicolás Vallejo-Nágera Rubio, born in 2010.

She later had a relationship with singer Gerardo Bazúa, with whom she welcomed her second son, Eros Bazúa Rubio, in 2016; the couple parted ways in 2017.

Rubio is known for her private yet glamorous lifestyle, often sharing moments with her children and glimpses of her travels on social media.

Based in Miami and Mexico City, she balances her career with motherhood and supports causes like children’s health and environmental conservation.

Discography

La Chica Dorada (1992)

24 Kilates (1993)

El Tiempo Es Oro (1995)

Planeta Paulina (1996)

Paulina (2000)

Border Girl (2002)

Pau-Latina (2004)

Ananda (2006)

Gran City Pop (2009)

Brava! (2011)

Deseo (2018)

Filmography

Baila Conmigo (1992)

Pobre Niña Rica (1995)

Net Worth

Paulina Susana Rubio Dosamantes has an estimated net worth of $35 million.

Her wealth is primarily derived from her successful music career, including album sales, global tours, and royalties from hits spanning decades.

Additional income comes from her television appearances, modeling contracts, endorsement deals, and entrepreneurial ventures, such as her perfume line and fashion collaborations, reflecting her status as a multifaceted entertainment mogul.