Maluma with braided hair and glasses, dressed in a black suit, at a formal event highlighting his career.

Image credits: Wikimedia Commons

Maluma

Born

January 28, 1994

Died
Birthplace

Medellín, Colombia

Age

32 Years Old

Horoscope

Aquarius

Who Is Maluma?

Maluma is a Colombian singer, rapper, and actor known for his blend of reggaeton and Latin pop. His vibrant stage presence and polished urban rhythms have captivated a global audience.

His album Pretty Boy, Dirty Boy marked his commercial breakthrough in 2015, topping the Billboard Top Latin Albums chart. This success established him as a major force in Latin music, leading to sold-out international tours.

Full NameMaluma
GenderMale
Height5 feet 9 inches (176 cm)
Relationship StatusDating Susana Gómez
Net Worth$30 million
NationalityColombian
EducationHontanares School
FatherLuis Fernando Londoño
MotherMarlli Arias
SiblingsManuela Londoño Arias
KidsParis

Early Life and Education

Maluma, born Juan Luis Londoño Arias, grew up in Medellín, Colombia, the son of Luis Fernando Londoño and Marlli Arias. His childhood involved a keen interest in music and football, with his family nurturing his early talents.

He attended Hontanares School in El Retiro, where his musical passion truly blossomed. At age fifteen, he composed a song that impressed producers, guiding his path into the music industry.

Notable Relationships

Maluma has been involved in several public relationships, including American model Natalia Barulich from 2017 to 2019. His romantic life has often garnered significant media attention.

More recently, he welcomed a daughter named Paris with his current partner, Susana Gómez, in March 2024. The couple has publicly shared their joy about expanding their family.

Career Highlights

Maluma’s album Pretty Boy, Dirty Boy debuted at number one on the Billboard Top Latin Albums chart, marking a significant commercial success. He then collected a Latin Grammy Award for his 2018 album F.A.M.E..

Beyond music, Maluma expanded his brand by collaborating with French luxury house Balmain on a menswear collection in 2021. He also launched his own clothing line, Royalty by Maluma, in early 2022.

His numerous chart-topping singles and high-profile collaborations with artists like Shakira and Madonna cemented his status as a global Latin music icon. He has also received an MTV Video Music Award and Latin American Music Awards.

Signature Quote

“The time came that things in football were getting difficult, some doors were closing in music instead many were opening.”

See Also


Recent Celebrity Birthdays


For more daily birthday lists, explore our Celebrity Birthdays Hub.