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Behind Every Great Man: The Inspiring Story of Brendan Schaub’s Wife Joanna Zanella Schaub and Her Journey to Success

Joanna Zanella is a multi-talented woman who was born in West Hollywood, California, on May 5, 1988. She grew up in a close-knit household with parents Leticia Zanella Allen and Juan Carlos Camberos, as well as a younger brother named Steven Camberos, in Guadalajara, Jalisco.
Full name | Joanna Zanella Schaub |
Religion | Christianity |
Ethnicity | White |
Date of birth | May 5th 1988 |
Place of birth | West Hollywood, California |
Age | 36 |
Current residence | West Hollywood, California |
Zodiac sign | Taurus |
Net worth | $1 million USD |
Job | Retired TV host |
Nationality | Mexican |
Favourite color | Red |
Favourite food | Taco |
Fiancè | Brendan Schaub |
Fiancè job | Comedian, actor and MMA former |
Eye color | Brown |
Hair color | Dark brown |
Height | 168cm or 5’6” |
Weight | 53kg or 116 lbs |
@joannazanellaschaub | |
Children | Tiger SchaubBoston Schaub |
Mother | Leticia Zanella Allen |
Father | Juan Carlos Camberos |
Siblings | Steven Camberos |
When Zanella was a little kid, her parents relocated to Mexico, where she spent a large portion of her childhood surrounded by cousins and other family members. Her parents’ sacrifices and encouragement enabled her to follow her goals, which resulted in a notable and diverse career.
The gorgeous Joanna Zanella Schaub. (Source: Instagram)
When Zanella returned from Mexico at the age of nine, she began her career as a child actor in the United States. Zanella found it challenging to leave her native country, but with the help of her paternal family, she was able to adjust to life in the US.
Juan and Leticia, Zanella’s parents, have had a big impact on her life and profession. Her mother used to sing, and her father is an architect. Steven, the younger brother of Zanella, recently turned 29 years old.
Joanna wishing her mom Leticia a Happy Mother’s Day. (Source: Instagram)
Joanna tattooing her own name on her younger brother Steven. (Source: Instagram)
The Multi-Talented Joanna Zanella: Actress, Model, and Sports Presenter
Joanna Zanella is a talented entrepreneur, model, actress, and sports presenter. When she was young, she started her career by joining an agency and performing in advertisements for well-known brands like Nickelodeon, Wells Fargo Bank, and Umbrella Girls USA. She received the Gabriel’s Award for her outstanding performance in VOZ LATINA.
Joanna hosting a Mexican TV show. (Source: Instagram)
Zanella won the Miss Mexico FOX Sports competition in 2009, marking a significant turning point in her career. This was a big accomplishment for her and showed off her beauty and versatility as a model and sports presenter.
Joanna winning Miss Mexico in 2009. (Source: Instagram)
She began her acting career in 2009 with the critically acclaimed movie “In día en el banco,” in which she played Jazmin. She then became Cristina Salazar, the star of the television program “Sin Verguenza,” and appeared in films like “Reality Terror Night” and “Sleeping Dogs Lie,” earning her a position on IMDb.
Joanna developed a love for sports presenting while working as an actress, and she went on to work as an anchor for the UFC, covering sports like baseball, mixed martial arts, and soccer throughout the US and Mexico. She also started hosting TV shows for Fox Deportes, the country’s first Spanish-language sports network.
Joanna loved both acting and sports presenting, although she was more drawn to the latter. She interviewed famous sportsmen like Cristiano Ronaldo and Shaquille O’Neal thanks to her talent and natural ability in the sports sector.
A Look at Brendan Schaub and Joanna Zanella’s Relationship Timeline
Brendan Schaub and Joanna Zanella have been living together in a happy and supportive relationship. They began dating in 2014, and got engaged in 2017. They tied the knot in a private ceremony on May 24th, 2019 in front of Zanella’s brother.
Despite facing difficulties in their marriage, Schaub has been transparent about the couple’s issues and attributes the COVID-19 epidemic with saving their relationship. Brendan and Joanna have committed their time to raising their children and to their lives together in spite of these difficulties.
Joanna supporting Brendan at a stand-up show at Brea Improv. (Source: Instagram)
The couple is active on social media, and their Instagram profiles are filled with various images of their life together. The success of Brendan and Joanna’s marriage may be attributed to their deep commitment to one another and value of mutual support in their relationship.
Inside Brendan Schaub and Joanna Zanella’s Life as Parents to Two Young Boys
Brendan and Zanella are happy and proud parents of two children, Tiger Pax Schaub and Boston Schaub. On December 6, 2015, Zanella informed her friends and family of her first pregnancy and unveiled an ultrasound image of her baby boy.
Joanna showing off her baby bump while at work. (Source: Instagram)
On February 21, 2016, at 8:20 am, Joanna gave birth to their first child, Tiger Pax Schaub. Zanella is quite candid on social media about her life and frequently updates her fans on her favorite moments with her family.
The happy parents with their newborn baby boy Tiger Pax Schaub. (Source: Instagram)
On July 12, 2019, Joanna shared the news of her second pregnancy on Instagram along with an ultrasound image of the child. On November 26, 2019, she gave birth to Boston Schaub. A big part of the couple’s joyful and rewarding existence together has been their dedication to their family.
The lovely family celebrating Brendan’s birthday. (Source: Instagram)
Zanella’s Clothing Store
According to Joanna Zanella’s Instagram profile, she opened her own clothing store about ten years ago. She shared images of herself wearing JZSTYLE apparel while promoting the company to her followers. She has spoken about the difficulties she had finding clothing that suited her curvy form in several of her postings, which finally inspired her to launch her own clothing line. The label, however, had to be placed on hold following the birth of her first child.
The clothing store is still available on an Instagram page @jz.style, however, her official online store page is currently down.
Joanna modeling for her clothing store. (Source: Instagram)
Joanna advertising her clothing store on her social media. (Source: Instagram)
Brendan Schaub’s Journey: UFC Career, Podcasting, and Stand-Up Comedy
A former professional mixed martial fighter, Brendan Schaub is an American podcast presenter, stand-up comedian, and actor. After joining the organization in 2009 and participating on The Ultimate Fighter, he rose to fame as a UFC fighter. After leaving mixed martial arts in 2015, Schaub turned to comedy. He first appeared with Bryan Callen in a tandem act, then more recently, by himself. In addition to Below the Belt with Brendan Schaub and Golden Hour with Chris D’Elia and Erik Griffin, he also hosts a number of other well-liked podcasts, including The Fighter and the Kid. You’d Be Surprised and The Gringo Papi are the two comedy specials produced by Schaub.
Brendan Schaub at a stand-up comedy show at Brea Improv. (Source: Instagram)
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