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Fernando Arau
In 1997, after a successful 23 year career in Mexico, Fernando Arau was hired by Univision, the most important Spanish language network in the United States, as host of "Despierta America", the highest rated morning Spanish language show in the country. "Despierta America" has been on the air for eight years attaining incredible success. It is a live, three-hour program that airs Monday through Friday from 7-10AM EST.
Within a year of living in Miami, where Arau is famous for his talent and charisma, the Selection Committee of "Las Estrellas de la Calle Ocho" (Eighth Street Stars) and the Chamber of Commerce of Miami awarded Fernando with the famous "Estrella de la Calle Ocho" (Eighth Street Star). Two years later, due to his success, he engraved his hands in the famous "Paseo de las Luminarias" in Mexico. Producer, director and writer of his own shows; Fernando is so talented that he has dominated in every aspect of the entertainment industry: from being a mime and clown on the streets and parks to theater, motion picture, radio, and television as well.
Fernando was born to Alfonso Arau, producer and writer of movies such as "Como Agua Para Chocolate," and Magdalena Corona, a retired choreographer and dancer in Mexico's Folkloric Ballet. His brother, Sergio Arau, was the director, musician and producer for the movie "A Day without Mexicans", which is Fernando's latest movie appearance.
Fernando started his career at the young age of five; tap dancing... [MORE]
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