Christian Meier Bio: Wife, Height, Age, Net Worth, Children, Movies, Songs, TV Shows

Biography

Christian Dietrich Meier Zender, born on June 23, 1970, in Lima, Peru, is a celebrated actor and singer with widespread recognition across Latin America, the U.S.

Hispanic market, and Spanish-speaking regions worldwide. Originally trained as a graphic designer, Meier began his career in music as the keyboardist for the Peruvian rock band Arena Hash, where he performed for six years before transitioning to acting.

He achieved international fame for portraying Diego de la Vega (El Zorro) in the 2007 Sony International Television/Telemundo production El Zorro, la espada y la rosa. Over the years, Meier has taken on diverse roles in award-winning films and TV series, such as Magallanes by Salvador del Solar and No se lo digas a nadie by Francisco Lombardi. Additionally, he played General Oscar Naranjo in the FOX series El General Naranjo.

Beyond acting, Meier has expanded his talents to writing, producing, and directing, including his work on the short film Terminal.

Christian Meier
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Christian Dietrich Meier Zender
Stage Name:	Christian Meier
Born:	23 June 1970 (age 54 years old)
Place of Birth:	San Isidro, San Isidro, Peru
Nationality:	Peruvian
Education:	Colegio Maristas San Isidro, Universidad de Lima
Height:	1.83 m
Parents:	Gladys Zender, Antonio Meier
Siblings:	Antonio Meier, Karina Meier, Sibylle Meier
Spouse:	Andrea Bosio (m. 2023), Marisol Aguirre (m. 1995–2008)
Girlfriend • Partner:	Alondra García Miró (2017), Bárbara Mori (2015 – 2018), Milett Figueroa (2014 – 2017), Adamari López (2011), Genesis Rodriguez (2008 – 2009), Ana Colchero (1998 – 1999), Angie Cepeda (1997 – 1998)
Children:	Estefano Meier, Gia Meier, Taira Meier, Stefano Meier
Occupation:	Actor • Musician
Net Worth:	$1.5 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Christian Meier was born on June 23, 1970, in Lima, Peru, into a family with strong ties to public life, greatly influencing his early exposure to the entertainment world. His mother, Gladys Zender, crowned Miss Universe in 1957, likely sparked his interest in the arts. His father, Antonio Meier, was an engineer, contributing to a diverse family background.

Meier‘s heritage is a blend of cultures: His mother is of German descent, while his father has Spanish and Peruvian roots. Though information about his religious beliefs is not widely known, Peru’s predominantly Catholic culture may have shaped his upbringing, although personal practices often vary.

Christian has two sisters, Karina Meier and Sibylle Meier, who have also been active in Peru’s entertainment industry, and a brother, Antonio Meier.

He attended Colegio Maristas San Isidro in Lima for high school and later enrolled at the Universidad de Lima to study graphic design. However, he left his studies to pursue a music career, eventually transitioning into acting.

Career

Christian Meier has built a dynamic and multifaceted career in the entertainment industry, excelling as a musician, actor, and producer. His journey began with music as the keyboardist for the Peruvian rock band Arena Hash from 1987 to 1993.

After leaving the band, he pursued a solo music career, releasing albums like No Me Acostumbro (1996) and Once Noches (2003). While his music career wasn’t as prominent as his acting, it established him as a versatile artist in Latin America.

Meier‘s acting career gained momentum in the late 1990s with standout roles in Peruvian telenovelas such as Luz María (1998), where his charisma and talent quickly made him a household name. His international breakthrough came with the role of Diego de la Vega in El Zorro, la espada y la rosa (2007), a high-budget production that showcased his ability to lead major projects and brought him global acclaim.

In film, Meier has delivered compelling performances in critically acclaimed works like Magallanes (2015), directed by Salvador del Solar, where he portrayed a retired army officer, and No se lo digas a nadie (1998), which was pivotal in introducing him to broader audiences.

Beyond El Zorro, Meier has appeared in various television series, including Argentina’s Lalola (2007) and FOX’s El General Naranjo (2019), where he portrayed General Oscar Naranjo. He has also explored behind-the-scenes roles, such as producing and directing the short film Terminal and contributing to scriptwriting and development.

With a career that spans music, film, and television, Meier has transcended borders. He has achieved significant influence not only in Peru but across Latin America and the U.S. Hispanic market, solidifying his status as one of the region’s most internationally recognized actors.

Social Media

• Wikipedia: Christian Meier
• Instagram: Christian Meier (@oliverdog)
• TikTok: Christian Meier (@christianmeier)

Personal Life

Christian Meier was married to Peruvian actress Marisol Aguirre, whom he met while filming the soap opera Gorrión. They married in 1995 and were together for 13 years before divorcing in November 2008. During their marriage, they had three children: Stefano Meier (born November 1995), Taira Meier (born June 2001), and Gia Meier (born April 2003).

In July 2023, Meier married Andrea Bosio Zegarra, a Peruvian social media personality. After years of high-profile relationships, this marked a new chapter in his personal life.

Meier has been linked to several prominent figures. He was rumored to have had brief relationships with Colombian actress Angie Cepeda in 1997 and Mexican actress Ana Colchero in 1998, though these were never confirmed. Following his divorce, he had a publicized relationship with American actress Genesis Rodriguez from 2008 to 2009, which attracted significant media attention due to their age difference. In 2011, he briefly dated Puerto Rican actress Adamari López.

From 2014 to 2017, Meier was romantically involved with Peruvian model and reality TV star Milett Figueroa. Around the same time, there were persistent rumors of a relationship with Mexican actress Bárbara Mori, which reportedly spanned from 2015 to 2018. In 2017, he also dated Peruvian model Alondra García Miró, though the relationship lasted less than a year.

Standing at approximately 6 feet (184 cm), Christian Meier has not only left a mark on the entertainment industry but also attracted significant attention for his personal life, which is marked by confirmed relationships and speculation.

Net Worth

Christian Meier, a renowned Peruvian actor and singer, has accumulated a net worth estimated to be around $1.5 million. His wealth stems from a diverse career that includes acting in both television and film, releasing music albums, and engaging in various endorsement deals.

His roles in popular telenovelas like “El Zorro, la espada y la rosa” and films such as “Magallanes” have significantly contributed to his financial success.

Additionally, his earlier career in music with the band Arena Hash and his solo work has added to his earnings. Endorsements, including his own perfumes and commercial appearances, further bolstered his income.

Filmography

Movies

• “No se lo digas a nadie” (1998) – As Joaquin
• “Magallanes” (2015) – As Magallanes
• “Loco Cielo” (2001) – As Juan
• “Tinta Roja” (2000) – As Alberto
• “Paloma de papel” (2003) – As Gabriel
• “La herencia Valdemar” (2010) – As Nicolas
• “The Debt” (2015) – As Francisco

Television Series:

• “Luz María” (1998) – As Gustavo
• “Gorrión” (1994) – As Juan Carlos
• “Isabella, mujer enamorada” (1999) – As Carlos
• “Bésame Tonto” (2003) – As Juan
• “Lalola” (2007) – As Facundo
• “El Zorro, la espada y la rosa” (2007) – As Diego de la Vega / El Zorro
• “Doña Bella” (2010) – As Juan Francisco
• “Corazón de fuego” (2011) – As Alex
• “La malquerida” (2014) – As Cristóbal
• “El General Naranjo” (2019) – As General Oscar Naranjo
• “La Reina de Indias y el Conquistador” (2020) – As Hernán Cortés

Music Career

With Arena Hash

• “Arena Hash” (1988)
• “El tren de la vida” (1991)

Solo Albums

• “No Me Acostumbro” (1996)
• “Once Noches” (2003)

Singles

• “Carreteras Mojadas” (from “No Me Acostumbro”)
• “Novia de Pueblo” (from “Once Noches”)

Other Notable Works

• Direction/Production:
  • “Terminal” (2013) – Short film where he also served as director and producer.