Cyn Santana is a model, actress, and entrepreneur. We’ll be deeply diving into everything from her early life and career to her incredible rise to fame on reality TV. But wait, there’s more; we’ll also be peeking into her personal life and business ventures, giving you the inside scoop on how this boss babe is taking the world by storm. Whether you’re a mega fan or simply curious about what makes this girl so interesting, get ready to be blown away.
Cyn Santana Background
Cynthia Pacheco, popularly known by her professional name, Cyn Santana, was born and raised in the heart of Washington Heights, Manhattan, right in the bustling heart of New York City, to a Salvadorian mother and Dominican father who welcomed her into the world on October 20, 1992.
Growing up, Cyn had an elder brother named Joel Pacheco, who was a big part of her life. Sadly, Joel passed away in 2018, leaving a deep impact on Cyn’s life and inspiring her to use her platform to raise awareness for mental health. Aside from that, she has two younger sisters, Gisselle Pacheco and Leslie Pacheco.
Education
Cyn Santana graduated from Clinton High School before pursuing acting and modeling, starting classes at 12. She attended Northern Arizona University to study psychology but decided to make modeling her full-time career after completing her studies.
Cyn Santana Career
Cyn Santana’s TV career started in 2013 when she took her first step into the limelight by appearing on the American reality show “Love & Hip Hop.” In season four, she entered the show as a love interest of Erica Mena and a supporting cast member. She became a full-time cast member in season five and started dating her old friend Ray Stacks.
Cyn has certainly come a long way since her debut on “Love & Hip Hop.” Santana’s breakup with Erica Mena was shown dramatically on the show, and she made guest appearances in the sixth and seventh seasons. But in 2018, she made a triumphant return as a main cast member in the show’s ninth season, along with her then-boyfriend and rapper, Joe Budden. The duo continued to captivate viewers and returned for the series’ tenth season, which aired on December 16, 2019.
Television
Since her breakthrough on “Love and Hip Hop: New York” in 2013, she’s been making a splash on various TV shows. In 2018, she even showcased her skills as a panelist on “Hip Hop Squares.” The following year, she graced our screens on “The Real,” “Brunch with Tiffany,” and “Grown & Sexy.” And let’s not forget her hilarious commentary on “Love & Hip Hop: Check Yourself” from 2014-2015.
Fashion and Modeling
Cyn Santana took the fashion world by launching her clothing brand, NU, in 2015. The brand’s motto was “Wearing your heart on your sleeve is the sexiest outfit a woman can ever wear.” While the website and fashion line are no longer active as of December 2019, her fashion-forward sense has continued to shine through in her Instagram posts. Cyn has become a style icon, often sharing photos of herself wearing popular brands worldwide. From El Salvador to New York City and Miami, she’s always on-trend and looking effortlessly chic.
Music
Cyn Santana is a multi-talented star who has made waves in the entertainment industry. In addition to her impressive acting and modeling credentials, she has also dabbled in music. She was featured in the music video of Nas and 2 Chainz.
In 2019, Cyn released a touching single titled “How Can You Leave Me,” which she wrote as a tribute to her late brother, Joel. The emotional song showcased her range as an artist and cemented her status as a rising star in the music world. Aside from “How Can You Leave Me,” Cyn has also released several other hit singles, including “No Question,” “Say Less,” and “Real Life.” Rich Morris produced the latter and has been a favorite since its release.
