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Gloria Valencia de Castaño

1927 – 2011

Colombian journalist and television presenter

Journalist Television presenter
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About Gloria Valencia de Castaño

Lived 1927 – 2011 (aged 83). Gloria Valencia de Castaño was a Colombian journalist and television presenter.

Gloria Valencia de Castaño (27 July 1927 – 24 March 2011) was a Colombian journalist and television presenter, best known as the "first lady" of Colombian television. She was born in Ibagué and died in Bogotá.

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Important facts

Born
27 July 1927, Ibagué
Birth century
20th century
Died
24 March 2011, Bogotá
Occupation
Journalist, television presenter
Nationality
Colombia
Awards
Simón Bolívar award

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Gloria Valencia de Castaño?

Colombian journalist and television presenter

When was Gloria Valencia de Castaño born?

Gloria Valencia de Castaño was born on 27 July 1927 in Ibagué.

When did Gloria Valencia de Castaño die?

Gloria Valencia de Castaño died on 24 March 2011 in Bogotá.

What was Gloria Valencia de Castaño's occupation?

Gloria Valencia de Castaño was a journalist and television presenter.

What nationality was Gloria Valencia de Castaño?

Gloria Valencia de Castaño was Colombian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gloria Valencia de Castaño

· Wikidata: Q3109138

· DBpedia: Gloria Valencia de Castaño

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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Gloria Valencia de Castaño. https://biography.guide/gloria-valencia-de-castano/

MLA: "Gloria Valencia de Castaño." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/gloria-valencia-de-castano/.

Chicago: "Gloria Valencia de Castaño." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/gloria-valencia-de-castano/.

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