Susana Alejandra González del Río, professionally known as Susana González, is a prominent Mexican actress, model, dancer, and singer known for leading roles in successful telenovelas.
She rose to fame with Entre el amor y el odio (2002) and later starred in Pasión (2007), La que no podía amar (2011–2012), Amores verdaderos (2012–2013), and recent series like Mi fortuna es amarte (2021) and Mi verdad oculta (2025–present).
Quick Facts
- Full Name: Susana Alejandra González del Río
- Stage Name: Susana González
- Born: October 2, 1973
- Age: 52 years old
- Birthplace: Calera de Víctor Rosales, Zacatecas, Mexico
- Nationality: Mexican
- Occupation: Actress, Model
- Height: 1.75 m
- Parents: Refugio González, Elvira del Río
- Siblings: Jose González, Erika González
- Spouse: Marcos Montero (m. 2011)
- Children: Santiago Elías González, and Susana Elías González
- Relationship: Married
- Net Worth: $3 million
Early Life and Education
Susana Alejandra González del Río was born on October 2, 1973, in Calera de Víctor Rosales, Zacatecas, Mexico, to Refugio González and Elvira del Río. She grew up with her brother Jose and sister Erika in a supportive family environment.
From a young age, she dreamed of becoming an actress and won a beauty contest in her hometown that led to a scholarship opportunity.
At 18, she moved to Mexico City to attend Televisa’s Centro de Educación Artística (CEA), where she received professional training in acting. Her ethnicity is Mexican, and her religion is not publicly disclosed.
Career
Susana González began her career in 1996 at age 23 with her debut in the telenovela Sentimientos ajenos as Norma, quickly followed by roles in María Isabel (1997) and Preciosa (1998).
She earned her first major leading role in Entre el amor y el odio (2002) opposite Fernando Colunga, which solidified her status as a protagonist.
Subsequent hits included Rosalinda (1999), Amores verdaderos (2012) as Beatriz Guzmán, and La que no podía amar (2011) as Ana Paula Carmona, showcasing her ability to portray complex, resilient women in high-stakes melodramas.
She expanded her range with Pasión (2007) as Camila Darién, Heridas de amor (2006), Imperio de mentiras (2020), and Mi fortuna es amarte (2021), often earning praise for her chemistry with co-stars and emotional depth.
González has also appeared in films like Cicatrices (2005) and Chinango (2009), as well as guest spots in series such as Mujeres asesinas.
Her work has included theater and occasional singing roles, reflecting her multifaceted talents.
Susana González remains a staple in Mexican telenovelas and continues to take on prominent roles in recent productions like Mi verdad oculta.
Her longevity in the industry, combined with her poised screen presence and dedication to family-themed storytelling, has made her a beloved figure in Latin American entertainment, inspiring generations of actresses through her consistent success and grace under pressure.
Social Media
- Instagram Handle: @susanagonzalezdr
Personal Life
Susana González married businessman Marcos Montero in 2011, and the couple maintains a stable family life. She has two children from her previous relationship with actor Luis Elías: son Santiago Elías González and daughter Susana Elías González.
González has been open about the joys and challenges of motherhood while balancing a demanding career, often sharing family moments on social media.
Filmography
- Cicatrices (2005)
- Chinango (2009)
Net Worth
Susana González has an estimated net worth of $3 million. Her primary sources of income stem from decades of leading roles in high-profile telenovelas produced by Televisa, which provide substantial salaries, residuals, and syndication benefits, along with modeling work, endorsements, and occasional film or theater appearances.