Thalia Mottola, known for her success in Latin pop music and Mexican soap operas, has gained worldwide fame.

She's admired for her romantic image and is especially popular in places like the Philippines, The Richest noted.

Her fame grew in the US after marrying Tommy Mottola, head of Sony Music, who was previously married to Mariah Carey.

Early Career and Musical Beginnings

Queen of Latin Pop Thalia, born Ariadne Thalia Sodi Miranda in Mexico in 1972, began her music career with the children's group Din-Din and later joined the popular band Timbiriche in the late 1980s.

Transitioning to a solo artist in 1989, she achieved numerous hits like "Piel Morena" and "Amor a la Mexicana," topping Billboard's Latin charts.

Her song "Amor a la Mexicana" remains a Latin pop classic.

Beyond music, Thalia is a renowned actress who appears in telenovelas and is watched by over 2 billion viewers across 180 countries.

She's also a published author, model, fashion designer, and music producer.

In 2000, she married Tommy Mottola, with whom she has two children.

Thalia's journey began early, joining Din-Din at age nine and performing across Mexico.

She later starred in Mexico City's "Grease" and joined Timbiriche, releasing multiple albums, according to Gemtracks.

Her solo career began with the album "Thalia" in 1989, marked by collaborations with producer Alfredo Díaz Ordaz.

Despite the personal loss in 1994, she persevered in both music and acting, becoming a global icon with roles in telenovelas like "Marimar" and "María la del Barrio."

Her portrayal of resilient characters resonated worldwide, cementing her fame in Latin pop culture.

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Queen of Latin Pop Net Worth

Estimated Thalia net worth stands impressively at $60 million, boosted significantly by her marriage to Tommy Mottola, whose net worth exceeds $500 million.

Thalia's extensive achievements in her career and her immense popularity worldwide have earned her recognition as one of the most successful Latin female stars in history, per Celebrity Net Worth.

In the realm of music, Thalia's albums have consistently achieved Gold or Platinum status in 22 countries, with worldwide sales exceeding 40 million albums.

Beyond her flourishing music career, she has graced the small screen in popular telenovelas such as "Quinceañera" (1988), "Luz y Sombra" (1989), "Maria Mercedes" (1992), "Marimar" (1994), "Maria la del Barrio" (1995), and "Rosalinda" (1999).

Thalia's television work is estimated to have been viewed by an incredible 2 billion people across 180 countries.

In addition to her talents as an actress and singer, Thalia is also a model, author, music producer, fashion designer, and devoted mother of two.

Her journey in the music industry began with the children's group Din Din and later continued with the band "Timbiriche" in the late 1980s, before launching her highly successful solo career in 1989.

Thalia's creative pursuits extend beyond entertainment. In 2017, she co-directed the documentary series "15: A Quinceañera Story" and has authored several books, including "Thalia: Belleza Lessons in Lipgloss and Happiness" (2007), "Thalia: Radiate Your Guide to a Fit and Fabulous Pregnancy" (2009), "Growing Stronger" (2011), and "Chupie: The Binky That Returned Home" (2013).

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Written by: Ross Key

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