Maria Cerqueira Gomes is a well-known Portuguese television presenter and model, born on May 28, 1983, in Porto, Portugal. She began her career as a model in 2000 and soon transitioned into television, initially working with Porto Canal where she hosted several shows such as Porto de Abrigo and Olá Maria!. Over the years, she has become a prominent figure in Portuguese media, moving to TVI in 2018 and hosting popular programs like Você na TV! and Conta-me.

Beyond her professional career, Maria is also recognized for her personal life—she is a mother of two and has been in the public eye for her relationships, notably with Spanish bullfighter Cayetano Rivera Ordóñez. Her journey and multifaceted career were recently highlighted in a documentary titled Maria, which offers an intimate look at her life both on and off the screen.