Cristian Castro, born December 8, 1974 in Mexico City, is one of the most celebrated voices in Latin pop. The son of iconic actress and singer Verónica Castro and comedian Manuel “El Loco” Valdés, he began performing as a child and launched his professional music career in 1992 with his breakout album Agua Nueva. The project produced the hit No Podrás and marked the start of a career that would make him one of the best‑selling Latin artists of all time, with more than 12 million records sold.

Throughout the 1990s and 2000s, Cristian delivered a string of chart‑topping albums and timeless singles, including Nunca Voy a Olvidarte, Por Amarte Así, Azul, and Lo Mejor de Mí, earning multiple award nominations and cementing his status as a leading figure in Latin music. Renowned for his expressive vocals and versatility across genres such as Latin pop, bolero, and mariachi, he continues to captivate audiences worldwide.