Morena Monaco is a Brazilian influencer, singer, songwriter, and reality television personality best known for appearing in Netflix’s 2026 reality series My Korean Boyfriend. She born in 1993 in St. Gallen, Switzerland, to a Brazilian mother and Italian father. As of 2026, Morena Monaco is 31 years old. She specializes in bachata, a romantic Latin music genre popularized globally by artists like Romeo Santos. She stands approximately 5 ft 5 in tall and weighs around 58 kg. Discover more about Morena Monaco career, boyfriend, relationships and biography below.
Morena Monaco Wiki & Bio
| Real Name | Morena Monaco |
| Profession | Social Media Influencer, Singer, Reality TV Star |
| Age | 31 years old |
| Date of Birth | 1993 |
| Zodiac Sign | None |
| Birthplace | St. Gallen, Switzerland |
| Lives In | Brazil |
| Nationality | Brazilian |
| Height | 5 ft 5 in (165 cm) |
| Weight | 58kg (127 lbs) |
| Body Type | Slim |
| Relationship Status | In a relationship |
| Boyfriend | Not publicly confirm |
| Net Worth | $450k (estimate) |
Career Highlights
- Morena Monaco first began growing her digital presence through social media, where she shared lifestyle and personal content with her followers on platforms like Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok.
- Gained international recognition as a cast member on Netflix’s docu-reality series My Korean Boyfriend (released in two parts on January 1 and January 8, 2026), where her cross-cultural romance with Suwoong, including an on-show engagement proposal, became a focal point of the series.
- From Belo Horizonte, Brazil; at 31 years old during filming, she represented one of the more established long-distance relationships on the show, having already met her partner in person multiple times before traveling to Seoul.
- Her storyline highlighted themes of commitment, cultural differences, family approval, and future plans like starting a family, resonating with viewers exploring real-life K-drama-inspired romances.
- Prior to the show, Morena maintained a private life with no widely documented public career in entertainment or media; her participation marked her debut in reality television.
- Morena Mônaco (often stylized as Morena Monaco) is known as the self-proclaimed “Queen of Bachata” in Brazil, where she popularizes the romantic Dominican genre of bachata with her irreverent, contagious style infused with Brazilian influences.
She is recognized for original tracks and bachata versions/covers, including:
- “Vai Dar Amor”
- “Enquanto É Tempo” (bachata version of Ne-Yo’s “So Sick”)
- “Autoestima”
- “Igual Você Não Tem”
- other songs like “Com Que Coragem” and “Sonhos Não Envelhecem”
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Her music is available on platforms like YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Music, with a dedicated following in the Latin music scene.
Personal & Family Life
- Morena Monaco was born in St. Gallen, Switzerland, to a Brazilian mother, Andreia Luiza, and an Italian father, Vincenzo Zaccaria; her parents now reside in Switzerland.
- Currently, Morena Monaco lives in Brazil.
- Her parents separated when she was young, leading her to be primarily raised by her single mother, who worked hard to provide stability; Morena credits this upbringing with teaching her determination, integrity, and perseverance, ultimately strengthening her bonds with both parents.
- She shares a tight-knit, loving relationship with her mother (whom she admires for her resilience) and her father (with whom she maintains an incredible connection despite the separation).
- No public details are available about siblings; her family life focuses on her parents and, post-show, her marriage to Suwoong (they tied the knot in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, after the series events).
- In her personal life beyond family, she is deeply attached to the idea of starting her own family (a key theme in the show), and she shares her home with several pets, including dogs (Nono, Effrim, Viki, Yeva, Cindy, Denis, Uriel) and cats (like Naomi), reflecting a nurturing side.
Boyfriend & Relationships
- As of January 2026, Morena Monaco is in a relationship with a South Korean man named Suwoong, which is a central focus of her appearance on the Netflix docu-reality series My Korean Boyfriend (premiered January 1, 2026).
- The couple initially connected online and maintained a long-distance relationship between Brazil and South Korea. They have traveled to visit each other in both countries.
- Morena joined the Netflix series to explore the “next steps” of their relationship. According to show profiles, she has expressed a desire to discuss their future and the possibility of starting a family together.
- Now, Morena Monaco is happily married to Suwoong (full name Kim Suwoong).
- They dated for nearly a year before the series, with multiple in-person meetings in both Brazil and South Korea, building a strong cross-cultural bond.
- During filming (summer 2025), Suwoong proposed to Morena in Seoul after her return; she accepted enthusiastically, leading to an engagement celebrated with the cast.
- They navigated family dynamics, including Morena winning over Suwoong’s mother with an emotional letter and joint wedding planning (merging Korean and Brazilian traditions, including hanbok outings and shopping for dresses).
- The show culminated in their wedding: photoshoots in Korea, followed by a beautiful church ceremony in Belo Horizonte, Brazil.
Social Media Accounts
Morena Monaco is mainly active on Instagram (@morenamonaco, 115K+ followers), posting music, wedding photos with Suwoong, and My Korean Boyfriend updates. She runs a YouTube channel (357K+ subscribers) for bachata songs and covers, and shares couple clips on TikTok. Suwoong’s Instagram (@kimsuwoong_g) features joint content.
| Platform | Account |
|---|---|
| @_morenamorena | |
| TikTok | @morenaa_mls |
| YouTube | @morenamonacooficial |
