Who Is Desirée Cordero? Meet Cristiano Ronaldo’s Ex Joining Spain’s Hit Quiz Show Pasapalabra

Spanish television is getting a familiar face this week. Model and former Miss Universe Spain Desirée Cordero is joining Antena 3's beloved quiz show Pasapalabra from July 28 to 30,…

By Reetam Bodhak

July 31, 2026

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Spanish television is getting a familiar face this week. Model and former Miss Universe Spain Desirée Cordero is joining Antena 3’s beloved quiz show Pasapalabra from July 28 to 30, helping contestants rack up extra seconds in their pursuit of the program’s coveted millionaire jackpot.

Best known in the sporting world for her past relationship with Cristiano Ronaldo, Cordero brings a résumé that goes far beyond celebrity dating history — from a modeling crown to campaigns with some of fashion’s biggest names.

Desirée Cordero: Overview

Detail	Information
Name	Desirée Cordero
Born	September 13, 1993, Seville
TV Appearance	Pasapalabra (Antena 3), July 28–30
Title	Miss Universe Spain 2014
International Pageant	Top 10 Finalist, Miss Universe 2014
Modeling Work	Victoria’s Secret, Harper’s Bazaar
Notable Ex	Cristiano Ronaldo (2016–2017)

From Pageant Queen to International Model

Before making headlines through her personal life, Cordero built a career of her own in the fashion world. In 2014, she was crowned Miss Universe Spain, succeeding Patricia Yurena, and went on to represent Spain at the international Miss Universe pageant, where she placed among the top 10 finalists. Since then, she’s worked with major fashion houses including Victoria’s Secret and has appeared on magazine covers such as Harper’s Bazaar, cementing her status as one of Spain’s most recognizable model-influencers with hundreds of thousands of followers across social media.

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Her Relationship History Beyond Ronaldo

Cordero dated Cristiano Ronaldo between 2016 and 2017, a relationship that first put her in the sports and celebrity spotlight. Since then, she’s also been linked to footballer Joaquín Correa and Enzo Rennella. In 2021, she began a widely followed relationship with actor Mario Casas, one of Spain’s most talked-about celebrity couples at the time, though the pair confirmed their breakup in early 2022. By most accounts, including her own public statements, the split was amicable.

Why This Pasapalabra Appearance Matters

This marks Cordero’s first appearance on Pasapalabra, giving the show’s loyal audience a chance to see her personality beyond modeling campaigns and tabloid headlines. Her presence adds star power to a program already known for bringing in recognizable guest faces to boost contestant chances at the jackpot.

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