Talisa Soto is an American former actress and model who worked in the entertainment industry from 1982 to 2009. She is also known as Desiree More. This actress began her career as a model.
She appeared in a number of magazines and commercials. She then pursued a career in acting. Likewise, she is best known for her role as Princess Kitana in the fantasy martial arts action film ‘Mortal Kombat.’ Following her success in this, she appeared in the music video for Madonna’s song “Each Time You Break My Heart” in 1987. Unfortunately, after a happy marriage in 2002, this talented actress announced her retirement from acting.
Quick Facts
Real Name | Miriam Talisa Soto |
Nick Name | Talisa |
Famous As | Actress And Model |
Age | 57-years old |
Birthday | 27 March 1967 |
Birthplace | Brooklyn, New York City, United States |
Zodiac Sign | Aries |
Ethnicity | Puerto Rican |
Nationality | American |
Religion | Christianity |
Height | 5 ft 9 inches |
Weight | 55 Kg |
Body Measurements | 32-26-32 inches |
Bra Cup Size | 32 B |
Eye Color | Light Brown |
Hair Color | Dark Brown |
Shoe Size | 9 |
Boyfriend/Dating | N/A |
Spouse | Benjamin Bratt |
Net Worth | $7.5 million |
Brands | N/A |
Hobbies | Acting, Modeling |
Talisa Soto Biography
Miriam Talisa Soto is Talisa Soto’s given name. She was born on March 27, 1967, in Brooklyn, New York City, United States. Her father’s name is Hector Soto, and her mother’s name is Clari Soto. In Northampton, Massachusetts, she grew up with her three older siblings. Her family relocated there when she was a child. She is also 57 years old and belongs to the Aries zodiac.
Talisa Soto Education
Talisa Soto’s educational background is not disclosed. However, it is known that she received her education in Northampton, Massachusetts.
Talisa Soto Height, Weight
Talisa Soto is of American descent and of White ethnicity. She is of Puerto Rican ancestry. Aside from that, she is 5 feet and 9 inches (1.76m/176cm) tall and weighs around 55kg (121lbs). She has an hourglass figure with measurements of 32-26-32 inches. She also has light-brown eyes and dark-brown hair.
Talisa Soto Husband, Marriage
Talisa was married to Australian actor Costas Mandylor from 1997 to 2000. They had been married for three years. Following their divorce, she married American actor, producer, and activist Benjamin Bratt in 2002. This couple is married and has two children. They have a son named Mateo Bravery Bratt and a daughter named Sophia Rosalina Bratt. She left the entertainment industry after her marriage to devote more time to her family.
Career
Talisa Soto began her modeling career at the age of 15. She did some modeling and even went to Paris. She has also worked with a number of modeling agencies. In addition, she has appeared in magazines such as women’s magazine, the online women’s magazine, ‘Mademoiselle,’ ‘Glamour,’ and the worldwide lifestyle French magazine ‘Elle.’ She has also appeared in commercials for Calvin Klein, Cartier, and Salvatore Ferragamo, all of which are American fashion companies. In 1987, she also appeared in the music video ‘Each Time You Break My Heart.’ She co-starred with her ex-boyfriend, Nick Kamen, an English model, songwriter, and musician.
When it comes to Talisa’s acting career, she began by auditioning for various roles. She had minor uncredited roles in 1984’s ‘The Pope of Greenwich Village’ and 1988’s ‘The French as Seen By…’ Similarly, in 1988, she auditioned for the comedy-drama film ‘Spike of Bensonhurst.’ She landed the role and made her film debut as the character India. The following year, she played Lupe Lamora in ‘Licence to Kill.’ She also appeared in two television movies, ‘Silhouette’ in 1990 and ‘Prison Stories: Women on the Inside’ in 1991. Following that, she appeared in the musical drama film ‘The Mambo Kings’ and in the 1992 film ‘Hostage.’
Talisa Soto Net Worth
As of February 2024, Talisa Soto’s net worth is estimated to be $7.5 million. She is a professional actress who has been earning a lot.