As one of the cast members of Netflix’s The Ultimatum: Queer Love, Yoly Rojas has become a bit of an overnight celebrity. Yoly, who issued an ultimatum to her partner, Mal Wright, entered the show very sure that she wanted to spend the rest of her life with Mal. However, as she developed feelings for another cast member, Xander Boger, Yoly began to question whether or not Mal was truly the right person for her. While Yoly’s journey throughout the show has left some viewers with mixed feelings, it has also inspired and empowered countless people. Keep reading to learn 10 things you didn’t know about Yoly Rojas from The Ultimatum: Queer Love.
1. Yoly Rojas is from Chicago
Some people who have seen Queer Love may feel like Yoly has a west coast vibe. However, the truth is that she is actually from the Midwest and was raised in the Chicago area. Despite her midwestern roots, Yoly has been living in Seattle for the last several years.
2. She Has Latin Roots
The question of Yoly Rojas’ ethnicity is one that people have been asking since the series premiere. Yoly’s background is Venezuelan and Nicaraguan. Since the show’s debut, some people have dubbed her the Latina Kourtney Kardashian due to their uncanny resemblance.
3. She Has a Degree in Communication
Yoly isn’t just another pretty face. She also has the brains to go along with it. Yoly attended Northeastern Illinois University, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in communication in 2010. The school is located in Chicago.
4. She Likes to Work Out
Staying active can be difficult, especially if you have a really busy schedule. However, Yoly always does her best to squeeze physical activity into her routine. She enjoys working out and isn’t afraid to lift heavy when she’s at the gym.
5. She Has an Account on Cameo
If you or someone you know is a fan of Yoly’s, you’ll really be happy about this one. Yoly is active on Cameo, which is a platform where people can order personalized video shoutouts from their favorite celebrities and influencers. At the moment, she is selling personal videos for $29.
6. She’s Well-Traveled
Not only has Yoly lived in two very different parts of the country, but she’s also done a lot of traveling. Based on Yoly’s Instagram profile, she has visited lots of places both in an out of the United States. Some of her destinations include Thailand, Mexico, the Netherlands, and Hawaii.
7. She Has Siblings
Although we didn’t get to learn much about Yoly’s family during Queer Love, we did find out that she is a family-oriented person. This isn’t surprising seeing as how she comes from a very close family. Yoly is one of three children. She has a brother and a sister, but we weren’t able to find details on their birth order.
8. Yoly Rojas Is Bilingual
Being able to speak more than one language is a handy skill – especially when both languages are spoken all over the world. Luckily for Yoly, it’s a skill she possesses. She is fluent in both English and Spanish.
9. She And Mal Met at Pride
Yoly and Mal’s love story has become a fan favorite, leaving many people wondering where the couple’s journey began. The pair met at Chicago Pride. They started as friends and eventually watched their connection grow into a romantic relationship.
10. She’s a Stylist
Yoly’s fashion sense is something that certainly hasn’t gone unnoticed. However, her interest in fashion goes far beyond her personal wardrobe; it’s also how she earns her living. According to Yoly’s LinkedIn profile, she currently works as a freelance personal stylist. Prior to that, she spent several years working in the fashion industry at well-known retailers such as Neiman Marcus and Barneys New York.
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Dezo is the editor-in-chief of Celebtainment. She has over 10 years of experience in entertainment writing. Email: editor@celebtainment.com
