Edith Massola is a Cuban actress and presenter born on September 7, 1967, in Havana.
Estudió danza.La primera vez que se le vio en el mundo artístico cubano fue en el filme "Una novia para David" en el que interpretaba a Olga, la muchacha a la que David le rompe el corazón por Ofelia. Papel por el que también competía Jackeline Arenal. Después de este personaje comenzó a aparecer en la escena cubana, tanto en el teatro como en la televisión. La capacidad de Edith para desdoblarse le permite encarnar a personajes muy disímiles, tanto en programas dramatizados -que tanto gustan en la televisión cubana- como en la pantalla grande. Un ejemplo de estos dramatizados que todos recordamos es "El año que viene" pues la frase que daba vida a su personaje: Dime algo, Fernández, estuvo en boca de todos los cubanos durante mucho tiempo. Películas como "Nada", "El cuerno de la abundancia" y "La noche de los inocentes" consolidan su carrera en el séptimo arte y muestran el abanico de posibilidades que maneja esta artista.
In 1998, after Carlos Otero, the initial host of 23 y M, decided to leave the project, Massola began hosting the show for which she is best known in Cuba. She is currently the director of the popular musical magazine that has been on air for over 20 years, showcasing the current Cuban cultural scene and serving as a connection for those who appreciate music, cinema, theater, and other forms of Cuban art. She started in this role under the direction of Julio César Leal. Much like in the dramatizations that are so beloved by Cubans, Edith has coined her own phrase that distinguishes the television program: "Dónde si no."
In 2015, Carlucho, the host of the show El Happy Hour on Canal 41, América Tevé, produced by Julio César Leal, the director of 23 y M, took a vacation and suggested that Massola replace him. Massola traveled to Miami for this opportunity and reconnected with familiar colleagues in the profession who were based in Miami. She confessed to feeling very comfortable in this role. The audience ratings for the program increased during those 10 broadcasts.
In 2018, he received the Special Award from the Lucas Awards in Havana for his entertainment program 23 y M, which celebrated its 20th anniversary and was among the audience's favorites nationwide.
In October 2019, she faced criticism from a state journalist who condemned her for using the television program 23 y M to receive birthday wishes via Facebook. A few days later, the popular presenter was awarded the Pantalla Chica Award as an actress, presenter, and director by the Cuban Institute of Radio and Television (ICRT) as part of the activities celebrating the 69th anniversary of Cuban television.
In the theater, he has been seen in Las viejas putas by Juan Carlos Cremata. Massola, with a special comedic talent, was the endearing Maritrini from Sabadazo, and the witty secretary of Albertico Pujol in "Su respuesta, doctor".
In May 2020, Pablo Milanés released a new version of his hit "Ámame como soy," featuring young singers Cristian Alejandro and Lucía González De la Peña. The music video included appearances by Edith Massola and the popular actress based in Spain, María Isabel Díaz.
Filmography:
A Bride for David (1987)
Nothing (2001)
The Night of the Innocents (2007)
The Horn of Abundance (2008)
Kendo Monogatar (short film, 2012)
The Trout (short film, 2013)
With You, Bread and Onion (2014)
Estela (S) (short film, 2014)
Omega 3 (Science Fiction, 2014)
Horses (2015)
Why Do My Friends Cry? (2017)
