Catalina Gómez, the beloved anchor of Noticias Caracol, is not only a journalist but also a dedicated mother and advocate for social causes. For the past decade, she has been a familiar face to Colombian viewers, delivering national and international news with her warm, professional, and approachable style.
Celebrating her 39th birthday last Friday, Catalina was honored by her colleagues at Noticias Caracol, and Caracol TV’s digital segment, Tu Fiesta, took the opportunity to ask her some lighthearted questions. During the segment, she revealed that she strongly identifies with her astrological sign, Virgo. “The most Virgo thing about me is that I am extremely organized, definitely a true Virgo,” she confessed.
During her birthday celebration, Catalina also shared some behind-the-scenes insights, admitting that there’s material that doesn’t make it to air for obvious reasons. “What wouldn’t go on air are all the drinks we have and the swear words we say,” she joked during her interview with Tu Fiesta.
Catalina Gómez: From Armenia to Medellín and Bogotá
Born in Armenia, Catalina completed her high school education before moving to Medellín, where she studied Social Communication. She began her journalism career in the local program Vive Medellín. Later, she moved to Bogotá, where she interned at Noticias RCN and worked in the radio program Buscando la Noche on RCN Radio.
In 2008, she joined the news network NTN24, followed by a stint as a producer at Mundo Fox 8 in Miami. In March 2013, Catalina joined the Noticias Caracol morning news team, and she also became a member of Blu Radio.
A Proud Mother and Advocate for Social Causes
Catalina Gómez is the proud mother of a young daughter named Gracia. In her free time, she actively supports various social causes that she feels passionate about, using her platform to bring attention to important issues.
