Kerly Ruiz

Kerly Ruiz, born Kerly de Jesús Ruiz López on October 6, 1985, in Caracas, Venezuela, embarked on her career at a young age. Her initial public appearance was at seven years old on the reality TV show “Hay Que Oír a Los Niños.” She pursued studies in dance, music, and modeling, laying the foundation for her multifaceted career. At age 20, she represented Venezuela in international beauty pageants, including Miss Maja International, and achieved the title of second runner-up in Miss Hawaiian Tropic in 2006. During this period, she also relocated to Los Angeles to enhance her English language skills.

Ruiz’s television career in Venezuela began in 2007 as a presenter for “Rompe Coco Turbo.” This was followed by a role on the entertainment program “La bomba” from 2008 to 2011. In 2012, she transitioned to Venevisión, hosting the morning show “Portada’s.” Her prominence grew further as she became the official presenter for the Miss Venezuela contest between 2013 and 2017. In 2018, Ruiz moved to the United States and accepted a hosting position for “Simplemente Kerly” on the digital channel FeedLatino. Subsequently, she joined EVTV to present “Chic al día.” In 2021, Telemundo hired her as a new presenter for “Noticiero Telemundo.” As an actress, she has featured in telenovela productions such as “Natalia del mar” (2012) and “Mi ex me tiene ganas” (2012), as well as “Ají Picante” (2002-2007) and the TV mini-series “Cuña navideña de Venevisión” (2013).

Beyond her television work, Kerly Ruiz maintains a significant digital presence, engaging with millions of followers on Instagram and Facebook, where she shares aspects of her professional and personal life. She also operates a dedicated YouTube channel, Kerly Ruiz TV, further extending her reach and direct interaction with her fanbase. Her consistent work across various media platforms underscores her adaptability and sustained appeal.