Yolanda Andrade Biography: Everything You Need To Know About The Actress That Is Not Ashamed About Her Sexuality

Yolanda Andrade is a famous person in the entertainment industry, and she can thank her successful career to a chance meeting with Hollywood star Salma Hayek.

If not for that meeting, Andrade’s career might have gone in a completely different direction. But because of it, she’s made it big in the entertainment world.

In addition to her talent, people are also interested in her personal life, especially her sexuality. This curiosity keeps her in the public eye. So, who exactly is Yolanda Andrade?

Yolanda Andrade Profile Summary

Full Name	Yolanda Josefina Andrade Gómez
Birth Year	1971
Birthplace	Culiacán, Sinaloa, Mexico
Education	High school in Culiacán; Acting studies at Centro de Educación Artística (CEA) in Mexico City
Career Start	First soap opera role in “Yo No Creo En Los Hombres” (1991)
Notable Roles	“Clara Robledo” in “Yo No Creo En Los Hombres”; Various TV shows and films
Collaboration with	Cristian Castro, Veronica Castro
Net Worth	Estimated between $1 million to $5 million
Family	Parents: Rolando Andrade and Rafaela Gómez; Siblings: Marile, Cecilia, Rolando, Jesús
Current Age	51 years old (as of 2023)
Recent Health	Battled alcoholism, currently facing health challenges

SEE ALSO – Shannon Schottwer Biography: The Hiddden Facts About Julio Macias’ wife

Early Life and Education

Yolanda Josefina Andrade Gómez was born in 1971 in Culiacán, a city in the Mexican state of Sinaloa. She finished high school in Culiacán and later moved to Mexico City.

The Salma Hayek Connection

Salma Hayek, a famous Mexican-American actress, producer, and former model, made a name for herself in Hollywood with roles in movies like “Desperado,” “Frida,” and “From Dusk Till Dawn.” She’s known for her advocacy for women’s rights and social causes.

Interestingly, Andrade’s career took a turn after meeting Hayek. Hayek convinced her to pursue acting and even invited her to attend Televisa’s prestigious educational institution, Centro de Educación Artística (CEA), in Mexico City. This marked the beginning of Andrade’s career.

Andrade and Hayek have remained friends ever since. Andrade once praised Hayek, saying, “Friendship is the most beautiful responsibility.”

Yolanda Andrade’s Personal Life

Andrade’s sexuality has been a subject of interest among her fans. While there have been speculations about her being a lesbian, her love life wasn’t as publicized as her career. When her relationship with former “La Voz México” contestant Melissa Galindo became known to the media, it sparked attention. Andrade openly discussed her relationship with Galindo in an interview, expressing her openness about her feelings.

Another controversial relationship that made headlines was her connection with fellow American actress Verónica Castro. In September 2019, Andrade hinted at a marriage with Castro, leading to a heated controversy. Despite Castro’s denial, Andrade defended their relationship and shared it on social media. This controversy had a lasting impact on their relationship.

Yolanda Andrade’s Career

Andrade’s career started three years after completing her acting studies at CEA when she got her first role in a soap opera, playing “Clara Robledo” in the series “Yo No Creo En Los Hombres.” She received the Best Young Actress award for her exceptional performance in this role.

Her career took a significant leap forward when she appeared in the Univision series “Las Secretas Intenciones” in 1993, which marked her first collaboration with renowned pop singer Cristian Castro. It also stirred rumors about a potential romantic relationship between Andrade and Castro, which Andrade openly confirmed.

Andrade also ventured into the film industry with her debut in the 1997 Mexican documentary “Who The Hell is Juliette?” In 2000, she co-hosted the TV show “Hijas de la Madre Tierra” with her friend Montserrat Oliver, achieving great success, including a special broadcast from the 2000 Olympics in Sydney, Australia. She later made appearances on popular shows like “Big Brother VIP,” “Mojoe,” “Gran Musical,” and “Otro Rollo.”

Yolanda Andrade’s Filmography

Some of Andrade’s notable movies include:

• “Yo no creo en los hombres” (1991) as Clara
• “Las Secretas Intenciones” (1993) as Larissa
• “Mujer, casos de la vida real” (1994) in “Perdon por Amor”
• “Buscando el Paraiso” (1994) as Dalia
• “Retrato de Familia” (1995) as Elvira
• “Mujer, casos de la vida real” (1995) as El Lugar Ideal
• “Sentimientos Ajenos” (1996) as Sofia
• “Los hijos de nadie” (1997) as Lucila

Yolanda Andrade’s Net Worth

Multiple online reports estimate Andrade’s net worth to be between $1 million and $5 million.

Family and Age

Andrade’s parents are Rolando Andrade and Rafaela Gómez. She has four siblings: Marile, Cecilia, Rolando, and Jesús. Yolanda Andrade was born on December 28, 1971, making her 51 years old in 2023.

Current Health Status

Lately, Andrade has faced health challenges that have raised concern among her fans. She has previously battled alcoholism and successfully overcome it. In a recent interview, she revealed her deteriorating health condition, expressing the need for rest as she goes through a tough time, feeling tired.