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How old was Gorda Fabiola? Is it true that she died one day after her birthday? Discover the complete biography of the Colombian comedian here.
The iconic Colombian comedian ‘La Gorda Fabiola’ passed away this Thursday , September 19, shocking her fans and the entertainment world. Her passing leaves an indelible legacy on national television and has unleashed a wave of tributes on social media, where many have also wondered more about her personal life, such as her age and real name.
Her career, marked by humor and personal improvement, makes her an emblematic figure who deserves to be remembered.
Biography of Fat Fabiola: what is her age and real name?
The real name of this talented comedian is Fabiola Emilia Posada Pinedo , affectionately called ‘La Gorda’ . She was born on September 18, 1963 in Santa Marta, Colombia, which made her a 61-year-old woman.
From a young age, she showed an interest in communication and entertainment, which led her to move to Bogotá to study Social Communication at the Externado University of Colombia.
Fabiola Posada’s career
Her arrival in the entertainment world was unexpected. In 1985, an assistant from the program ‘Sábados Felices’ approached her on the street, looking for a comedian with her charisma and personality. This meeting marked the beginning of her career in television, where she quickly won the affection of the public thanks to her personality and talent.
For more than 38 years , Gorda Fabiola became a pillar of the program ‘Sábados Felices’, where her characteristic humor and her ability to connect with the audience made her stand out.
- Happy Saturdays (1987-2024): Character: Herself – Various roles
- NN (1990): Character: Nun
- The Adventures of Euthymius (1994): Character: Leonsia
- I love Paquita Gallego (1998-1999): Character: Séfira Forero
- My Little Mommy (2002): Character: Marcea
- Married with Children (2004): Character: Sandy Rubio
- Forbidden Games (2005): Character: Chela Baute
- The Cheveroni Family (2008): Character: Monica
- El Culebro: My Dad’s Story (2017): Documentary – Herself
Movies
- Scared to death (2007)
- We had a big mess (2015)
- We had a big mess at the double, Mission Las Vegas (2016)
- Where are the thieves? (2017)
- If you know how I behave, why do you invite me? (2018)
- Ugly but tasty (2019)
- Don’t throw that dead man at me (2021)
La Gorda’s personal life, who was her husband and children?
Posada was married to Nelson Polanía (52 years old ), known as Polilla , since 1997 and they formed a comedy couple that enchanted generations of television viewers. It is worth noting that the comedians met on the set of ‘Sábados Feliz’ and had a son named Nelson David Polanía Posadas.
However, the actress had 3 children in total: Alejandra Valencia Posada, Juan Sebastián Valencia and Nelson David Polanía Posada.
Alejandra is the eldest daughter and recently celebrated her marriage to a doctor who played a crucial role in her mother’s treatment. Her story is especially touching, as she met her husband when Posadas was hospitalized.
On the other hand, Juan Sebastián Valencia is less well-known in the public sphere. In 2013, he went missing for a while, but fortunately he was found days later.
Finally, Nelson David Polanía Posada, the youngest son, has also been present in family life, although his life remains more private. Despite this, he has shown to have a good relationship with his sister Alejandra, especially during significant moments for the family.
Comedian Fabiola’s health problems
Despite her success, Fabiola’s life was marked by health challenges. Since 1992, she battled diabetes , which caused multiple complications throughout her life. In 2014, she suffered four heart attacks that required open-heart surgery. Despite these obstacles, her spirit and determination never wavered, and she continued to work in television until her retirement in 2023.
Her legacy goes beyond laughter; she represents resilience and the importance of facing life with humor, even in the most difficult moments. La Gorda will be remembered not only for her talent, but also for the joy she brought to millions of Colombians. The sadness of her passing is deeply felt, but her laughter and spirit will live on in the hearts of those who admired her.