Childhood and Education Journey of Paulina Rubio in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 12, 2026

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Paulina Rubio. A timeline of key moments.

Paulina Rubio, a Mexican singer, songwriter, and television personality, is widely known as "The Golden Girl." She initially gained fame as a member of the popular pop group Timbiriche (1982-1991). Following her departure from the group, she launched a successful solo career. Rubio has sold over 15 million records worldwide, solidifying her position as one of the best-selling Latin music artists in history.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Legacy & Impact

June 1971: Paulina Rubio's birth

On June 17, 1971, Paulina Susana Rubio Dosamantes, known as Paulina Rubio, was born in Mexico City. She is a Mexican singer, songwriter, and television personality.

1981: Attending Queen concert in Puebla

In 1981, Paulina Rubio attended a Queen concert in Puebla with her father, marking her first exposure to rock 'n roll music and inspiring her future stage performances.

2002: Rubio's comments on feminism in Mexico

In 2002, Paulina Rubio told the Los Angeles Times that "the stereotype of the Mexican woman as fragile, full of children and powerless has completely disappeared" expressing her views on feminism in Mexico.

November 2006: Engagement to Nicolás "Colate" Vallejo-Nájera

In November 2006, Paulina Rubio became engaged to Spanish entrepreneur Nicolás "Colate" Vallejo-Nájera.

May 2007: Paulina Rubio and Nicolás "Colate" Vallejo-Najera Wedding

In May 2007, Paulina Rubio married her fiancé Nicolás "Colate" Vallejo-Najera in Xcaret, Mexico. The wedding received media coverage and was featured in ¡Hola! magazine.

2007: Joined the Latino Commission on AIDS

In 2007, Paulina Rubio joined the Latino Commission on AIDS as the first "Mexican Madrina", supporting the fight against the spread of HIV/AIDS in the Latino community.

December 2009: Announced the creation of Fundación Paulina Rubio

On December 3, 2009, Paulina Rubio held a press conference announcing the creation of an organization in partnership with the Lili Claire Foundation to provide assistance to children living with neurological disorders and their families. The organization is called Fundación Paulina Rubio.

May 2010: Announcement of Pregnancy

In May 2010, while on tour in Spain, Paulina Rubio and her husband Nicolás "Colate" Vallejo-Nájera announced that they were expecting their first child.

September 2010: Announcement of Expecting a Boy

On September 15, 2010, Paulina Rubio announced via her Twitter page that she was expecting a boy.

November 2010: Birth of Son, Andrea Nicolás Vallejo-Nájera Rubio

On November 14, 2010, Paulina Rubio and her husband welcomed their first child, a boy named Andrea Nicolás Vallejo-Nájera Rubio, in Miami, Florida, after complications led to a c-section.

January 2011: Death of Father, Enrique Rubio González

On January 11, 2011, Paulina Rubio's father, Enrique Rubio González, passed away at 67 in a Mexico City hospital due to kidney failure.

March 2012: Confirmation of Breakup and Filing for Divorce

In March 2012, Paulina Rubio's husband, Nicolás "Colate" Vallejo-Nájera, confirmed their breakup and filed for divorce, citing irreconcilable differences.

November 2014: Divorce Finalization and Guest Appearance on Jane the Virgin

In November 2014, Paulina Rubio's divorce was finalized. She also guest-starred as herself on The CW series, Jane the Virgin.

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June 2015: Lawsuit for Non-Payment of Maintenance

In June 2015, Paulina Rubio was sued by her former husband, "Colate", for non-payment of three months of maintenance.

December 2015: Announcement of Second Pregnancy

In December 2015, Paulina Rubio announced that she was expecting her second child, her first with her partner Gerardo Bazúa.

March 2016: Birth of Second Child, Eros Rubio Bazúa

Following the release of her single "Si Te Vas" in early 2016, Paulina Rubio featured in an exclusive for ¡Hola! with her second child, Eros Rubio Bazúa, who was born on March 5, 2016.