Emma Coronel Aispuro

Emma Coronel Aispuro, known for her unwavering support as the wife of drug lord Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán, gained fame during his drug trafficking trial.

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July 2, 1989

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Emma Coronel Aispuro, born on July 2, 1989, in San Francisco, California, gained prominence as the wife of Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán, the notorious Mexican drug lord. While she did not have a specific career, her association with Guzmán brought her into the limelight.

Coronel’s early life was spent in Durango, Mexico, where she attended local schools. In 2007, at the age of 18, she married Guzmán, who was 50 at the time. Their significant age difference and Guzmán’s criminal background drew considerable media attention. The couple welcomed twin daughters, Emali Guadalupe and Maria Joaquina, in 2011.

Coronel’s life took a dramatic turn in 2019 when she was arrested in the United States on charges related to drug trafficking and money laundering. She was accused of aiding Guzmán in his criminal activities, including facilitating communication between him and other cartel members during his imprisonment. In 2021, Coronel pleaded guilty to the charges and was sentenced to three years in prison.

Despite not having a traditional career, Coronel’s beauty and glamorous lifestyle made her a popular figure on social media, where she amassed a substantial following. Her arrest and subsequent legal troubles further intensified public interest in her life.

As of 2023, Coronel is serving her prison sentence in the United States, with a release date set for September 2023. Her story continues to captivate the public, intertwining elements of love, crime, and the allure of the high life.