Santino Rafael Lopez is best known as the son of Mario Lopez. This article covers everything you need to know about him such as his background, education, family, and more. Without wasting much time, let’s get started.
Background
Santino Rafael Lopez was born on July 7, 2019 to Mario Lopez and Courtney Laine Mazza. His father, Mario, announced the news of his birth on social media on July 8, 2019. He has two siblings whose names are Gia and Dominic.
Education
Given his age, we believe Santino Rafael Lopez should be in elementary school now. However, we do not have the exact details of the school he is currently attending.
Career
Santino Rafael Lopez is too young to have a career of his own. Maybe in the future we will have more information about his career.
His Father, Mario Lopez
Mario Lopez is a name synonymous with 90s teen nostalgia and entertainment news. Born October 10, 1973 in San Diego, California, to Mexican-American parents, Lopez started acting at an early age. Information on his schooling is sparse but his talent showed early on.
It was 1989 that Lopez broke through with teen sitcom “Saved by the Bell”. His role as A.C. Slater was a national success. The show lasted four seasons and two spin-offs – “Saved by the Bell: The College Years” and the 2020 reboot “Saved by the Bell,” in which Lopez returns as his beloved character.
Lopez proved he could go beyond Bayside High. In films he played a police officer in Colors (1988) and Pacific Blue (1996). In theater he starred in productions like “A Chorus Line” on Broadway.
The charisma and ease Lopez exuded on the screen translated to television hosting. He began hosting “Pet Star” on Animal Planet in 2002 despite an apparent allergy to cats! His breakout role was as co-host of entertainment news show “Extra” in 2008. He became a fan favorite – known for his wit, positive energy and ability to connect with celebrities. In 2019, Lopez returned to hosting “Access Hollywood.”
Lopez has done more than host entertainment news. He hosted the singing competition show “The X Factor” with Khloe Kardashian and fronted the dance competition series “America’s Best dance Crew” on MTV.
His net worth is estimated at around USD 40 million from his acting, hosting, and production career. Lopez has also voiced animated shows like “Kim Possible” and video games.
In terms of his personal life, Mario Lopez is a private person. He has three children with actress Courtney Mazza. The dedicated family man often posts glimpses of his life on social media.
Mario Lopez remains a powerful entertainer today. From “Saved by the Bell” to his television appearances, Lopez has entertained audiences for more than three decades. Talent, hard work and a positive disposition have made him a successful American entertainer.
