María José Estupiñán Sánchez
María José Estupiñán | |
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| Born | María José Estupiñán Sánchez 2003 Cúcuta, Santander Department, Colombia |
| Died | 15 May 2025 (aged 22) Cúcuta, Santander Department, Colombia |
| Cause of death | Gunshot wound |
| Burial place | 16 May 2025 Regional Cemetery, Cúcuta |
| Occupation(s) | Influencer, model, entrepreneur, student |
| Years active | 2022–2025 |
María José Estupiñán Sánchez, simply known as María José Estupiñán or La Mona (2003 – 15 May 2025) was a Colombian model, digital content creator, entrepreneur, and social media influencer. She became known thanks to her posts on social media, sharing self-care content, beauty products, lifestyle, fashion and beauty tips, owning also digital activities. She was shot and killed outside her home in Cúcuta, Colombia.
Following her death, public debates and demonstrations were raised to denounce her death and the condition of women in the country. Colombian women, feminist associations and others accused the state of negligence and of being involved in Estupiñán's murder, of lack of protection towards her.