Mariasela Álvarez: Biography, Facts and Career
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Mariasela Álvarez Lebrón (born January 31, 1960 in Santo Domingo) is a Dominican architect, TV host and beauty queen who was crowned Miss World 1982. She became the first Dominican woman to win an international beauty title. Álvarez achieved much popularity in her native country, due to her long career on television, which included a successful eight-year run with her award-winning show Esta Noche Mariasela. She is also an accomplished architect who has designed important buildings in the Dominican Republic. On February 16, 2026, Mariasela Álvarez formally announced her retirement from television after 35 years of uninterrupted career. This decision marks the definitive end of her program “Esta Noche Mariasela” whose final broadcast was scheduled for February 26 of the same year.
Quick facts about Mariasela Álvarez
- Full name: Mariasela Álvarez
- Born: 1960-01-31
- Nationality: Spain
- Known as: Fashion figure
- Wikidata ID: Q2628141
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Who is Mariasela Álvarez?
Mariasela Álvarez Lebrón (born January 31, 1960 in Santo Domingo) is a Dominican architect, TV host and beauty queen who was crowned Miss World 1982.
What nationality is Mariasela Álvarez?
Mariasela Álvarez is Spain.
When was Mariasela Álvarez born?
Mariasela Álvarez was born on 1960-01-31.



