María Conchita Alonso

Cuban-Venezuelan actress and singer, 'The Runner'

María Conchita Alonso - Cuban-Venezuelan actress and singer, 'The Runner'
Born

June 29th, 1957
68 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Venezuela

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This Cuban-Venezuelan artist began a career in music and transitioned into acting. Gained prominence in the 1980s with hit songs and acting roles. Starred in films such as 'The Running Man', 'North Shore', and 'Color of Night'. Contributed to the music scene with popular albums throughout the 1980s and 1990s. Participated in various television projects and has been involved in political activism, particularly related to Venezuela's political situation.

Starred in 'The Running Man'

Released albums like 'Fire', 'Oye Mi Canto'

Participated infilms including 'North Shore' and 'Color of Night'

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