Ivonne Coll

Ivonne Coll

Keynote Speaker: Ivonne Coll is a former Miss Puerto Rico turned actress who played the role of "Yolanda" in the movie The Godfather II.

Ivonne Coll Biography

At the end of 1971, the owner of television channel 11 in Puerto Rico, Mr. Rafael Perez Perry spotted Ivonne's talent. Perez Perry believed that Coll could have a show of her own. Therefore, he sponsored the show which was called "Una chica llamada Ivonne Coll" ("A girl named Ivonne Coll") which ran from 1971 to 1975.

In 1976, she moved to Los Angeles, California, where she took dance and singing classes in the Academy of Stage and Cinema Arts. She landed a part in a theater play called "Burning Beach", which was presented in the American Place Theater.

In 1979, Coll moved to New York, where she participated in various Off Broadway productions such as: "Spain 1980," "As You Like It," "Romeo and Juliet," and "Macbeth." In New York, film director Francis Ford Coppola recruited her for the role of "Yolanda", a Havana night club singer, in "The Godfather II." Although her role was small, the experience would serve her well in the future. She was credited as "Yvonne Coll."

In 1989, she played a minor role of a teacher named Mrs. Santos, in the film "Lean on Me" written by Michael Schiffer, directed by John G. Avildsen and starring Morgan Freeman. She participated in the following productions: "Orinoco," "The Masses Are Asses" (a play by Pedro Pietri), "Medio Comuñas," "Goodbye Castro," and "Pancho Diablo" (with Fernando Allende and Sully Diaz).

She won an ACE Award for best actress for Orinoco. When not acting, Coll attended the HB Studio and Lee Strasberg's Acting Studio. Among the television series on which she appeared were: "Pacific Blue," "Crisis Center," "An American Family," "The Bold and the Beautiful," "Chicago Hope," "Malibu Shores," "NYPD Blue," "L.A. Law," and "Under Cover."

When Coll returned to Puerto Rico, she was invited to participate in La verdadera historia de Pedro Navaja and Paper Flowers. She had a role in the locally produced film, "La gran Fiesta" (The Grand Party), and in the TV show "Cuqui." In 2002, she appeared in the film "Besos de Fuego." In October 2006, she played the title role in Bertolt Brecht's "Mother Courage" at the Berkeley Rep Theater in Berkeley, California. From 2011 to 2014, she had the recurring roles on "Switched at Birth," "Glee," and "Teen Wolf." Beginning in the fall of 2014, Coll become part of the main cast as Alba Villanueva, grandmother of Jane Villanueva, in the CW comedy series, "Jane the Virgin."

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Ivonne Coll Videos

"Switched at Birth" cast at the Red Carpet - Part 3 - YouTube
Ivonne Coll - Yo Quiero Un Besito - YouTube
Ivonne Coll talks 'Switched at Birth' - YouTube

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How much does it cost to book Ivonne Coll for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Ivonne Coll, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Ivonne Coll, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Ivonne Coll speak about?

Ivonne Coll is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Hispanic Heritage, Actor, Women in Entertainment, Performing Arts, Celebrity, Television & Film and Entertainment.

Where does Ivonne Coll travel from?

Ivonne Coll generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Ivonne Coll?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Ivonne Coll for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Ivonne Coll for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Ivonne Coll or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Ivonne Coll is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Hispanic Heritage, Actor and Women in Entertainment. The estimated speaking fee range to book Ivonne Coll for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Ivonne Coll generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Zazie Beetz, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez and Claire Foy. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Ivonne Coll for an upcoming event.

Ivonne Coll Videos

"Switched at Birth" cast at the Red Carpet - Part 3 - YouTube
Ivonne Coll - Yo Quiero Un Besito - YouTube
Ivonne Coll talks 'Switched at Birth' - YouTube

Ivonne Coll News

  • Jane the Virgin’s Moms on How Their Moms Influence Their Characters

    Jane the Virgin returned Monday night for the back half of its second season, and outside the usual intrigue, the heart of the episode were the moments between the Villanueva women, who clash over how best to put Mateo to sleep. The show has always explored the relationship between single mothers and their daughters with depth and nuance, and since the birth of Jane's baby, it's become even more adept at handling themes of motherhood with emotional realism. Vulture caught up with Ivonne Coll (Alba) and Andrea Navedo (Xiomara) recently to talk about how profoundly their own mothers have influenced their characters.

  • How do I book Ivonne Coll to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Ivonne Coll for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Ivonne Coll, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Ivonne Coll or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Ivonne Coll for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Ivonne Coll, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Ivonne Coll, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Ivonne Coll speak about?

    Ivonne Coll is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Hispanic Heritage, Actor, Women in Entertainment, Performing Arts, Celebrity, Television & Film and Entertainment.
  • Where does Ivonne Coll travel from?

    Ivonne Coll generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Ivonne Coll?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Ivonne Coll for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Ivonne Coll for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Ivonne Coll or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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