Marian Rivera was born in Madrid, Spain to Francisco Javier Gracia Alonso, a Spaniard and Amalia Rivera, a Filipina from Cavite. After her parents separated, her mother brought her to the Philippines where she grew up most of her life. She later finished AB Psychology in De La Salle University Dasmariñas.
Marian Rivera’s showbiz career continues to flourish under the management of GMA 7. Her acting prowess was proven when she took the lead roles in the TV series Amaya, Darna, Dyesebel and Marimar.
This commercial model and actress has released two dance hits which earned platinum record awards. Aside from her acting skills and successful product endorsements, Marian Rivera rose to fame when she got into the top list of the sexiest women in the country as declared by Maxim, Uno and FHM magazine. This beautiful and talented young lady was able to won the hearts of her fans but more importantly, she has captured the heart of a Filipino hearththrob, Dingdong Dantes.
