Mirtha Calderón is George Jung’s ex-wife and a former member of the Medellín Cartel who later became a writer and entrepreneur.
Personal Information
Mirtha Calderón, who became known through her connection to drug trafficker George Jung, was born on December 3, 1952, in Cuba.
She moved to the United States in her early years, where she would later meet George Jung during the peak of his involvement with drug trafficking operations.
After her divorce from Jung and time in prison, Calderón chose a different path, focusing on writing and business ventures while maintaining a private life away from public attention.
Marriage with George Jung
Mirtha Calderón met George Jung in Colombia during the 1970s, at a time when he was actively working with the Medellín Cartel.
Their relationship moved quickly, leading to marriage in 1977, and a year later they welcomed their daughter Kristina Sunshine Jung on August 1, 1978.
The marriage lasted seven years, ending in divorce in 1984 when both were caught up in drug-related legal troubles, with Mirtha choosing to distance herself from the criminal lifestyle that had defined their relationship.
Legal Troubles
Mirtha Calderón faced serious legal consequences for her involvement in the drug trade during her marriage to George Jung.
During their time with the Medellín Cartel, she helped with drug operations, which led to her arrest and prison sentence in the early 1980s.
After serving time in prison, Calderón committed to changing her life, breaking free from drug addiction and leaving behind her connection to the criminal world that had defined her years with Jung.
Professional Life
Mirtha Calderón rebuilt her life after prison by focusing on writing and business ventures.
Her story gained wider attention when actress Penélope Cruz portrayed her in the 2001 film “Blow,” which detailed her relationship with George Jung.
Today, Calderón maintains a private life away from the media spotlight, while her daughter Kristina has established herself as a successful businesswoman.
