María Fernanda Yepes Alzate, born on December 23, 1980, in Medellín, Colombia, is a Euro-Latina American actress and model renowned for her versatility and talent in the entertainment industry. María is of Euro-Colombian descent. She began her career as a model at the age of 14, participating in both national and international campaigns, including the popular swimwear brand "Agua Bendita," which was featured in the Sports Illustrated editions of 2007, 2008, and 2009. In pursuit of a well-rounded education, she studied psychology and social communication at the Pontifical Bolivarian University, later enrolling in acting school at Caracol Televisión. Her passion for the arts led her to study theater in Barcelona, Spain, and to improve her English in Australia.