Majida Issa, born Majida Margarita Issa Bellotto on June 27, 1981, in San Andrés, Colombia, is a renowned Colombian actress and singer of Lebanese and Italian descent.
Her multicultural background stems from her mother, Ylia Bellotto, who was born in Argentina to an Italian-Argentine father and a Colombian mother, and her father, Waydi Issa, whose parents were Lebanese immigrants to Colombia.
Growing up on the culturally diverse island of San Andrés, Issa developed a passion for the performing arts early on.
She pursued formal training by studying acting at the National School of Theatrical Art in Mexico, laying the foundation for her successful career in entertainment.
Issa comes from a family with deep roots in the acting world; she is the granddaughter of the legendary Colombian actress Teresa Gutiérrez and the niece of actor Miguel Varoni.
Siblings
Majida has two sisters, Jordana Issa and Shadya Issa, who have each carved out their own paths while maintaining strong family ties.
Jordana Issa, like Majida, has pursued a career in acting and has appeared in notable productions, including the telenovela El Clon, where she showcased her talent alongside her sister.
Shadya Issa, on the other hand, has taken a different professional route as a communications expert, contributing her skills in media and public relations rather than performing arts.
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Career
Issa’s career in entertainment began in 2005 with her debut in the short film Mi Hermano, marking the start of a prolific journey in acting and production.
She quickly transitioned to television, gaining acclaim for her roles in popular Colombian telenovelas such as El Cartel, Amor Sincero, and Corazones Blindados.
Her breakthrough came with the portrayal of Yésica Beltrán, known as “La Diabla,” in Telemundo’s hit series Sin Senos Sí Hay Paraíso from 2016 to 2018, a role that showcased her ability to embody complex, antagonistic characters and solidified her status as a leading actress in Latin American television.
Issa continued to expand her repertoire with appearances in shows like Lady, La Vendedora de Rosas in 2015, alongside Natalia Reyes, and more recent projects including the 2022 miniseries News of a Kidnapping and the 2024 film El Bolero de Rubén, where she also took on producing and directing responsibilities.
Beyond acting, Issa has explored her musical talents, releasing songs and performing in theater productions, demonstrating her multifaceted abilities in the arts.
Accolades
In 2023, Issa won the prestigious Platino Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Miniseries or TV-Series for her compelling performance in News of a Kidnapping, a recognition that underscored her skill in dramatic roles.
Earlier, her iconic portrayal of “La Diabla” in Sin Senos Sí Hay Paraíso garnered her the TV y Novelas Award and the Tu Mundo Award for Best Villain, affirming her prowess in captivating audiences with nuanced antagonistic characters.
Issa has also been nominated for Premios Macondo for her work in El Bolero de Rubén, adding to her total of one win and two nominations as recorded in industry databases.
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