Martha Elba Higareda Cervantes, known professionally as Martha Higareda, is a Mexican actress, producer, screenwriter and model born on August 24, 1983 in Villahermosa, Tabasco, Mexico. She comes from a family of artists - her mother Martha Cervantes is an actress and her aunt Susan Higareda is a producer. She has three brothers - Jose Luis, Francisco and Rodrigo.
Higareda lived in Tabasco until she was 11 years old, when she moved to Mexico City with her family. She completed her secondary education at El Colegio Kobi School and attended acting classes at the Casa Azul. She later moved to New York City to study acting at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute. As of 2024, she has over 4.6 million followers on TikTok.
Name | Martha Elba Higareda Cervantes |
Age | 40 Years |
Profile name | @marthahigaredaofficial |
Date of Birth | 24 August 1983 |
Net worth | $5 Million |
Years Active | 2019 - Present |
4.6 Million Followers | |
5.9 Million Followers | |
726K Subscribers | |
Birthplace | Villahermosa, Tabasco, Mexico |
Zodiac | Virgo |
Profession | Social Media Star, Actor |
Nationality | Mexican |
Higareda started her acting career in Mexico, landing her first role in 2002 in the telenovela Enamórate. Her breakthrough role came in 2006 when she starred as María José Cantú in the hit movie Amar te duele (Love Hurts) for which she won the Ariel Award and Diosa de Plata Award for Best Actress.
Since then, Higareda has become one of the most popular and highest-paid actresses in Mexico. She is known for her versatility, excelling in comedies, horror and thriller genres. Some of her notable Mexican films include Fuera del cielo (2007), Efectos secundarios (2006), Cásese quien pueda (2014) and No manches Frida (2016).
Higareda started her Hollywood career in 2005, starring alongside Jennifer Lopez and Antonio Banderas in the crime drama Bordertown. In 2008, she acted with Keanu Reeves in Street Kings and has since appeared in several American films like McFarland USA (2015) and Almost Friends (2016). Her most prominent international role has been Kristin Ortega in Netflix’s science fiction series Altered Carbon in 2018. As a tough, foul-mouthed cop, Higareda impressed critics and gained widespread recognition. She is set to reprise her role when the show returns for a second season in 2020.
Other notable projects lined up include comedy horror DeadTectives with Zach Avery and Tate Ellington and action thriller Taco Chronicles with Wyatt Russell. Beyond acting, Higareda has established herself as a social media influencer. She launched a YouTube channel in 2018, sharing vlogs about her personal and professional life. She also posts music covers, comedy sketches and lifestyle content. The channel has over 726,000 subscribers.
On Instagram, where she has 5.9 million followers, Higareda gives fans a glimpse into her daily routine along with promotional posts about her projects. In addition to videos, Higareda launched a personal blog in 2018 for musings on life, love and her journey as an actress. She also shares poetry, short stories and opinions on current events.
With her successful career spanning almost two decades in Mexico and Hollywood, Higareda has amassed an estimated net worth of $5 million as of 2024. While her early wealth came from hit Mexican films, her crossover roles have added to her fortune and international fame.
Martha Higareda commands a substantial Instagram following of 5,952,809 with an engagement rate of 0.15%. Her posts, averaging 8,952 likes and 77 comments, showcase a mix of personal pictures, motivational quotes, and promotions for her latest projects. With a consistent presence through 1,884 uploads, she keeps her audience engaged and entertained on the platform.
Entering the YouTube scene in 2021, Martha has gathered an impressive 726K subscribers and achieved 41,987,559 total views from 319 uploads. Her growing influence on the platform is evident, featuring content mainly from her podcast. Here, she conducts interviews with celebrities and other noteworthy guests, contributing to her impact in the digital content landscape.
Higareda has largely kept her personal life private. She has a daughter named Maria, born in 2008. The identity of Maria's father has not been revealed publicly. Higareda is an animal lover and has two pet dogs. She enjoys activities like yoga, hiking and boxing. An outdoors enthusiast, she is also fond of surfing and snowboarding. Born on August 24, 1983, Higareda turned 40 in 2023. She currently resides in Mexico City while frequently traveling between Mexico and the US for projects.
From a rising star in Mexican cinema to making her mark in Hollywood, Martha Higareda has had an eventful career so far.
In this TikTok, Martha Higareda shares the moment her fiance proposed to her on the big stage.
In this TikTok, Martha Higareda shares a compelling message asking fans to donate to a worthy cause.
In this TikTok, Martha shares an inspiring story that proves it’s never too late to start over.
Martha Higareda does a dance to a trending song in this TikTok.
Martha Higareda shares some memorable moments from her trip to Japan in this TikTok.
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