Apollonia Kotero Biography

Apollonia Kotero is an American Singer, Actress, Former Model and Talent Manager, who was born and brought up in Santa Monica, California. She is widely known for her starring role in Prince’s 1984 rock musical drama film ‘Purple Rain’ as the lead singer of the girl group ‘Apollonia 6’. She won the Miss San Pedro beauty competition. In the early 80’s she was a cheerleader for the ‘Los Angeles Rams’ football team.

Apollonia is also known for her role in the ABC television film ‘The Mystic Warrior’ as the Native American woman Wicahpi, and as a model she appeared as a Star of the Cars magazine cover. She was also featured vocalist on the Prince song ‘Take Me With You’ that listed on the Billboard Top 40 in the U.S.

Apollonia Kotero Age

Kotero is 62 years old as of 2021, she was born on August 2, 1959, in Santa Monica, California, United States of America. She celebrates her birthday on 2nd August and her birth sign is Leo.

Apollonia Kotero Height

Apollonia stands at a height of 5 feet 4 inches (1.63 meters). Her body measurements are 35-24-35 inches.

Apollonia Kotero Weight

Kotero Weighs 123 lbs (56 kg). She has dark brown eyes and black.

Apollonia Kotero Education

Apollonia dropped out of high school at age 16 to pursue her career as a model.

Apollonia Kotero Family and Parents

Kotero was born to her parents Maria Socorro Torres (mother) and Victor Manuel (father) in Santa Monica, California. Both of her parents are emigrants from Mexico, and her father was a restaurant manager, while her mother was a caregiver for the elderly. She spent her childhood with her five siblings.

Apollonia Kotero Husband

Apollonia has been married twice throughout her life. She was married to her second husband Kevin Bernhardt, an actor, screenwriter, and producer. The couple tied the knot on 24 December 1987, and married for 10 years (a decade) before divorcing in 1996. She was previously married to Greg Patschull from 16 February 1980 to 1985.

Apollonia Kotero Net Worth

Kotero has an estimated net worth of $4 million dollars as of 2021. This includes her assets, money and income. Her primary source of income is her career as a Singer, Actress, Former Model and Talent Manager. Through her various sources of income, she has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

Apollonia Kotero Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Apollonia Kotero;

Apollonia Kotero Wiki

• Full Names: Patricia Apollonia Kotero
• Popular As: Singer
• Gender: Female
• Occupation / Profession: Singer, Actress, Former Model and Talent Manager
• Nationality: American
• Race / Ethnicity: Mexican
• Religion: Not Known
• Sexual Orientation: Straight

Apollonia Kotero Birthday

• Age / How Old?: 62 years (2021)
• Zodiac Sign: Leo
• Date of Birth: August 2, 1959
• Place of Birth: Santa Monica, California, United States of America
• Birthday: 2nd August

Apollonia Kotero Body Measurements

• Body Measurements: 35-24-35 inches
• Height / How Tall?: 5 feet 4 inches (1.63 meters)
• Weight: 123 lbs (56 kg)
• Eye Color: Dark Brown
• Hair Color: Black
• Shoe Size: 8 (US)
• Dress Size: Not Available
• Breast Size: 35 inches
• Waist Size: 24 inches
• Hip Size: 35 inches

Apollonia Family and Relationship

• Father (Dad): Victor Manuel
• Mother: Maria Socorro Torres
• Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Five
• Marital Status: Divorced
• Husband/Spouse: Was married to Kevin Bernhardt (m. 1987–1997), Greg Patschull (m. 1980–1985)
• Dating / Boyfriend: Rumored to have dated late singer Prince
• Children: Not Known

Kotero Net Worth and Salary

• Net Worth: $4 Million
• Salary: Under Review
• Source of Income: Singer, Actress, Former Model and Talent Manager

Apollonia Kotero Career

Apollonia worked as an actress, singer and a model.  Apollonia won the Miss San Pedro beauty competition, and followed her stint as a cheerleader for the Los Angeles Rams in the early 1980s.  She began acting in film and television series such as CHiPs, Tales of the Gold Monkey, Fantasy Island, Matt Houston and Knight Rider.

Apollonia appeared in the music videos for “The Other Woman” by Ray Parker Jr. and “Shakin'” by Eddie Money in March and September 1982.   She appeared in the ABC television film The Mystic Warrior as the Native American woman “Wicahpi”in May 1984. Warner Bros. Records released Kotero’s eponymously titled first solo album, Apollonia in 1988, and three singles were released, “Since I Fell for You”, “The Same Dream” and “Mismatch”.

Apollonia formed a multimedia entertainment company, Kotero Entertainment in 2005.  The company  formed partnerships with a number of producers to produce a children’s animated television series, as well as feature films. Her Entertainment also began managing young talent such as television and film star Sascha Andres and young pop singer Nikki Barreras, also known as Nikki B.

Apollonia recorded with Greg Dulli’s The Twilight Singers on a cover of “When Doves Cry” for Spin magazine’s in 2009 25th  anniversary tribute to the Purple Rain album, entitled Purplish Rain.

Apollonia Kotero Purple Rain

Purple Rain was made after Denise “Vanity” Matthews, then-leader of the girl group Vanity 6, resigned from its membership before Prince’s 1984 film.  She landed the film’s female lead role. For the film Vanity 6 was renamed Apollonia 6.  It also featured supporting singers Brenda Bennett and Prince’s then-girlfriend Susan Moonsie.

Apollonia 6 commenced on a worldwide tour to promote their hit single, “Sex Shooter”. Originally  she had recorded a version of the song “Manic Monday” for the 1984 album Apollonia 6.  Prince wrote and composed by Prince. The song later became a worldwide hit single for girl group The Bangles.

Prince’s song “Take Me with U” featured vocals by Apollonia, and it reached #25 on the Billboard Top 40 chart in the United States. In 1985 Apollonia left Prince’s camp to appear on the CBS primetime soap opera series Falcon Crest.  She  played “Apollonia”, the girlfriend of the character played by Lorenzo Lamas, for ten consecutive weeks. Apollonia performed several solo songs, including “Red Light Romeo”, written and composed by Jon Lind.

Apollonia Kotero Movies and TV Shows

• Ministry of Vengeance (1989),
• Back To Back (1990),
• Black Magic Woman (1991),
• Two Italian productions: La Donna di una Sera (A Lady for a Night) (1991)
• Cattive Ragazze (1992)

Apollonia Kotero Albums and Songs

Albums

• Apollonia (1988)
• Apollonia 6 (1984)

Songs

• Take Me with U” (with Prince – 1985
• Since I Fell for You” – 1988
• Mismatch” – 1989
• The Same Dream” – 1989

Frequently Asked Questions About Apollonia Kotero

Who is Apollonia Kotero?

Apollonia Kotero is an American Singer, Actress, Former Model and Talent Manager, who was born and brought up in Santa Monica, California. She is widely known for her starring role in Prince’s 1984 rock musical drama film ‘Purple Rain’ as the lead singer of the girl group ‘Apollonia 6’. She won the Miss San Pedro beauty competition. In the early 80’s she was a cheerleader for the ‘Los Angeles Rams’.

How old is Apollonia Kotero?

Kotero is 62 years old as of 2021, she was born on August 2, 1959, in Santa Monica, California, United States of America.

How tall is Apollonia Kotero?

Apollonia stands at a height of 5 feet 4 inches (1.63 meters).

Is Apollonia Kotero married?

No, she has been married twice throughout her life. She was married to her second husband Kevin Bernhardt, an actor, screenwriter, and producer. The couple tied the knot on 24 December 1987, and married for 10 years (a decade) before divorcing in 1996. She was previously married to Greg Patschull from 16 February 1980 to 1985.

How much is Apollonia Kotero worth?

Kotero has an estimated net worth of $4 million dollars as of 2021. This includes her assets, money and income. Her primary source of income is her career as a Singer, Actress, Former Model and Talent Manager.

How much does Apollonia make?

She has not revealed her annual earnings.

Where does Kotero live?

She is a resident of Santa Monica, California, USA, we shall upload pictures of her house as soon as we have them.

Is Apollonia dead or alive?

She is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of her being sick or having any health-related issues.

Where is Kotero now?

Currently Apollonia is an actress and singer.

Apollonia Kotero Contacts

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