Biography
Who is Elsa Ruiz?
Career in comedy and television
Elsa Ruiz started her professional path as a stand-up comedian in theater. She later became a contributor for radio and television. She appeared on the Movistar+ show La resistencia in 2018 with a monologue. From January 2019 until March 2020, she worked on the Cuatro program Todo es mentira. Her television appearances often highlight her comedic timing and social perspectives.
YouTube and comic creations
In 2017, Elsa Ruiz started her YouTube channel. She uses this platform to share her life as a trans woman and the LGTBI experience through humor. She created an online comic focused on trans visibility. Also, she wrote a series of political comic strips called Mi pequeño Poni-Tico featuring ponies. These comics aim to bring the trans reality closer to the public through accessible art. This digital work helps her reach a global audience.
Radio work and publications
Ruiz has worked on several radio shows across different networks. These include Sun Days on EDM Radio and Tarde lo que tarde on RNE. She also participated in Vamos Tarde on Europa FM. In 2020, Elsa co-authored a book titled (h)amor 6 trans. This publication explored themes of love and identity. Her radio roles helped her establish a presence in the Spanish media scene.
Activism and professional awards
As a feminist and trans activist, Elsa Ruiz integrates these themes into her comedy. COGAM and the Trans Association of Andalusia-Sylvia Rivera gave her the Triángulo Award in 2020. This prize recognized her visibility and career. In 2024, Elsa Ruiz received the CinemaTrans Activism Award. She continues to use her public platform to advocate for LGTBI rights and visibility across Spain. Her activism is a central part of her professional identity.
Birthday and age
Elsa Ruiz was born on March 2, 1987, which makes Elsa 39 years old today. That birthday falls under the Pisces sign. Elsa shares the date with 58 other famous people.
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