About Raquel Sanchez
Born on January 13, 1973, in Plasencia, Cáceres, Spain, Raquel Sánchez-Silva is a 52-year-old Spanish television presenter, actress, and writer known for her extensive career in broadcasting. After earning a journalism degree from the Universidad Pontificia de Salamanca (1990–1994), she began her career at TelePlasencia, covering sports for TVE, including Atlético de Madrid reports. She later worked as a news anchor at Telemadrid and joined Canal+ and Cuatro, hosting shows like Noche de los Oscars, La hora wiki, Soy lo que como, Noche Cuatro, Idénticos, and Supernanny. Her move to Mediaset España’s Telecinco led to reality TV hosting, including Peking Express and Acorralados. From 2016 to 2017, she hosted Likes on Movistar+’s #0 channel and returned to TVE in 2018 to present Maestros de la Costura, the Spanish version of The Great British Sewing Bee, until 2022. In 2023, she hosted Netflix’s Deep Fake Love. Her acting credits include minor roles in Key Club (2012), Aída (2005), and Maestros de la Costura: Celebrity (2025). She has also authored books like Mañana, a las seis (2014) and Tengo los óvulos contados (2015).
Raquel faced significant personal tragedy when her husband, Italian cameraman Mario Biondo, died in 2013 under suspicious circumstances, initially ruled a suicide. His family’s allegations of foul play, explored in Netflix’s The Last Hours of Mario Biondo (2023), drew public attention, though no evidence implicated Raquel. She addressed the loss in a 2022 El País interview, stating, “I’ve rebuilt my life with strength, but the pain remains.” Since 2014, she has been in a relationship with Argentine producer Matías Dumont, with whom she has twin sons, born via cesarean in 2015. No further controversies are noted, and she maintains a professional reputation.
Physically, Raquel stands at approximately 5’6” (167 cm) and weighs around 60 kg (132 lbs), with blonde hair and dark eyes, as noted in online profiles. Much is made about her breast size and body, which has brought her tons of attention over the years. She has claimed her breasts are a 38G. Many commentators believe her breasts to still be among the best in the world while others say she has the sexiest MILF body. Her television appearances emphasize a stylish, elegant look. On Reddit’s r/SpanishCelebs, a user commented, “Raquel’s charm on Maestros de la Costura is undeniable, she’s got that classic presenter vibe” (u/TVEFan, 10 votes, 2022). On X, fans praise her resilience, with one stating, “Raquel Sánchez-Silva is a pro, handling Deep Fake Love with grace despite her past” (@TVJunkieES, 2023). Another X post called her “timelessly elegant” (@SpainMediaNow, 2024), though some users question the Biondo case, saying, “Her story’s still murky, but she’s a TV icon” (@TrueCrimeFan22, 2023). No negative remarks focus on her appearance, and her fanbase admires her professionalism.
With an estimated net worth of $500K–$1M as of 2023, primarily from her television career, Raquel remains a prominent figure in Spanish media. As of 2025, she continues hosting, with recent appearances on TVE and potential new projects, including writing and presenting. Her enduring presence reflects her ability to navigate personal and professional challenges while maintaining a strong public image.
