Ana María Polo Biography
Ana María Polo is a Cuban actress well known for being the host of the renowned Telemundo show Caso Cerrado, the first Spanish language program nominated for a Daytime Entertainment Emmy award. Nevertheless, in 2015, he was ranked as the number one Spanish-language program at 4 pm across key demos. Aside from Caso Cerrado, she was also a member of the law firm Emmanuel Perez & Associates, P.A. in Coral Gables, Florida.
Before her formal kick-off in television, the actress practiced her law profession for more than 20 years in the city of Miami. Ana María tended to cases of divorce, adoptions, paternities, custody, child support, alimonies, and domestic violence. Furthermore, she also participated as an expert lawyer in various television programs like The Maria Laria Talk Show, The Cristina Show, and America en Vivo.
Maria Polo attended the Academia del Perpetuo Socorro in Miramar, Puerto Rico where she obtained her baccalaureate. Nevertheless, she is also a proud graduate of the University of Miami School of Law attaining her Juris Doctor degree (Ph.D.). The Cuban actress also graduated with a degree in political science from Florida International University.
Ana María Polo Career
In 2010, Polo also launched Persiguiendo Injusticias (Pursuing Injustices), an original program that incorporates a new format in Hispanic television. The same year she launched her first book, entitled Querida Dra. Polo Las cartas secretas de Caso Cerrado”(Dear Dr. Polo: The Secret Letters of Cased Closed), based on the letters that were sent to the renowned attorney by television viewers. Since its launch on November 2, 2010, the book has been a huge success, maintaining second place in popularity lists.
Moreover, she participated in different musicals including Godspell, Jubilee, and Show Boat as well as singing with the chorus of Jubilee, which was invited by Pope Paul VI to sing at St. Peter’s Basilica as part of the 1975 Holy Year celebration. In 2011, Polo was honored with the Mickey Leland Humanitarian Achievement Award. The award honors individuals and organizations aligning with the communications industry which demonstrate a humanitarian commitment. At the end of 2011, Polo was named the first Hispanic ambassador for Stand Up To Cancer, joining a list of national and international celebrity supporters of the initiative.
As a breast cancer survivor, Ana María has become a fighting role model for many women. Regardless, she also works with different organizations that fight to find a cure for the disease. Her commitment to the Hispanic community has also pushed her to involvement in the fight for human rights and against discrimination. Ana Maria Polo was also invited by the Human Rights Organization to participate in their Americans for Marriage Equality video campaign on November 2014.
The great success of Caso Cerrado also motivated Telemundo to venture again on María Polo’s talent and last year launched “Caso Cerrado Edición Estelar” (Case Closed Primetime Edition) (M-F 7PM). She has also advocated for LGBT rights throughout her acting career.
Ana María Polo Age
How old is Ana? Ana is 64 years old as of 2023. She was born on April 11, 1959, in Havana, Cuba. In addition, she celebrates her birthday on April 11 every year and her zodiac sign is Aries.
Ana María Polo Height
Ana stands at an average height of 5 feet 1 inch and is of moderate weight weighing 64 kg equivalent to 141 lbs. Her other body measurements are 36-25-36 inches. In addition, she has brown hair and brown eyes.
Ana María Polo’s Boyfriend
Who is Ana Maria Polo dating? According to our records, González doesn’t have a boyfriend at the moment. According to sources like the CelebsCouples, Ana Maria had at least one relationship previously. She has not been previously engaged, however, she has been in a relationship with Marlene Key, her personal assistant and executive producer of Caso Cerrado. Additionally, the Cuban TV host tries to keep her personal and love life private like most celebrities. As of now, she doesn’t have any kids yet.
Ana María Polo Family
Ana María Polo González was born in Havana, Cuba. She is the oldest daughter of Joaquin Polo and Delia Polo. In 1962, her family moved to Miami, Florida in the United States and later to Puerto Rico, United States. It’s not clear to the public if she has any siblings. However, she holds an American nationality with a Cuban ethnicity.
Ana María Polo’s Net Worth
Ana Maria Polo is a lawyer and television host arbitrator but what is her net worth? González is estimated to have a net worth of approximately around $9 million US dollars. This fortune is established from her estimated various assets, money, and income/ salary.