¿Y Ahora? Where Is the Cast of "Jane the Virgin" Today?

Throughout its five juicy-drama-filled seasons, "Jane the Virgin" won the hearts of Latinx and non-Latinx audiences alike. Is it a telenovela? Is it a comedy? It's actually both! And viewers couldn't (and still can't) get enough of the CW romantic dramedy series. Gina Rodriguez fully stepped into her protagonist role as Jane Villanueva, giving life to the virgin mamá we all learned to love and for which she received a Golden Globe Award in 2015. The star-filled cast, which includes Justin Baldoni, Jaime Camil, Brett Dier, Ivonne Coll, Andrea Navedo, and so many more, was enough to get an audience hooked. But the plot was filled with all kinds of romance, betrayal, unexpected twists, and surprises — very much like the intriguing novelas many of us grew up watching with our moms or abuelas.

And speaking of moms and abuelas, Jane lived with two remarkable ladies, her mom, Xiomara, and Abuela Alba, who were two of her biggest supporters and inspirations. Throughout the series, we see the importance of family to Jane — from reinstating her relationship with her father, Rogelio de la Vega, to starting a family of her own with Brett and later (spoiler alert!) her son Mateo's father and true love, Rafael.

The beloved series portrays Latinas as fierce and strong women, despite being single mothers at some point. Jane and Xiomara didn't depend on men and still went after their dreams. Xiomara becomes a dance teacher and Jane a writer. The show was a true representation of working hard and going after the life you want. Jane's family wasn't showcased as a low-income family living in the barrio or being drug dealers, or anything such. Instead, it was inspirational in the sense of going after your dreams, living through the challenges, and ultimately believing in true love. And all while being supremely entertaining, of course! Keep reading to learn about what the cast is up to these days.

Gina Rodriguez as Jane Villanueva
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Gina Rodriguez as Jane Villanueva

Gina Rodriguez is once again stepping into her role as a mother, except there's no pretending this time. The 38-year-old actress is getting ready to welcome her first child with her husband, Joe LoCicero, whom she met on the hit series. Since her "Jane The Virgin" days, the Puerto Rican actress has appeared in a mix of romantic and action-packed films, including "Miss Bala," "Someone Great," "Awake," "Kajilionaire," and "I Want You Back." She is also the voice behind Carmen Sandiego in the "Carmen Sandiego" animated series and has starred in "Batwheels," "Diary of a Future President," and "Lost Ollie," to name a few other series. She's currently filming "Not Dead Yet," a show on ABC that follows Nell Stevens (Rodriguez) a once successful journalist, who's broke and newly single and takes up the job of writing obituaries. What she doesn't know is it might just be another step in her career.

Justin Baldoni as Rafael Solano
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Justin Baldoni as Rafael Solano

Justin Baldoni portrayed Jane's romantic partner and the father of her son, Rafael Solano. But it seems he's drifted away from acting since his last role. Instead, Baldoni has focussed on directing. He is the founder of Wayfarer Studios, a mission-driven independent film and television studio and he has directed the films "Five Feet Apart" (starring Cole Sprouse) and "Clouds." The husband and father-of-two is also dedicated to writing. He's the author of "Man Enough: Undefining My Masculinity" and most recently "Boys Will Be Human" and hosts the "The Man Enough Podcast" with Liz Plank and Jamey Heath. What's next? He'll soon be making a live-action "Pac-Man" movie. Stay tuned!

Yael Grobglas as Petra Solano
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Yael Grobglas as Petra Solano

Who can forget Yael Grobglas as the series' complex villain turned good girl, Petra Solano? Since giving life to Petra, the French-Israeli actress starred in the television series, "Undone," the holiday rom-com "Hunnukaha on Rye," and "The Selection."

Brett Dier
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Brett Dier

Canadian actor, Brett Dier aka, Jane's first husband, Michael Cordero Jr. has kept active since "Jane the Virgin." He appeared in the television series, "Schooled," and was later the narrator of "End Live-Shackle Slaughter PSA." He's also starred in the films "After Yang" and "Fresh," "About My Father" and "Good Bad Things," scheduled for 2023.

Jaime Camil
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Jaime Camil

Mexican actor Jaime Camil has played many different characters in telenovelas, but none like his role as Rogelio de la Vega. As the father of Jane, Xiomara's husband, and a hilariously vain actor, Camil quickly became the fans' favourite. He most recently portrayed Mexican legend Vicente Fernández in Netflix's "El Rey, Vicente Fernández." Prior to that, he worked on a few other projects, including the films "Madness in the Method," "Las Pildoras de Mi Novio," and "Kimi" along with shows including, "The Lion Guard," "BoJack Horseman," "Broke," "Puppy Dog Pals," "Elena of Avalor," and more.

Andrea Navedo
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Andrea Navedo

Jane's mamá, Xiomara, was played by actress Andrea Navedo, who has continued her career on the small screen. Following "Jane the Virgin," she joined the cast of "The Good Fight," "Mrs. America," and "Elena of Avalor" portraying the voice of Queen Lucia. The real-life mom also stars in "Smile or Hug" and "The Royal."

Ivonne Coll
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Ivonne Coll

Surely you remember Jane's religious and opinionated Abuela, Alba Villanueva, who was characterized by Puerto Rican actress and former Miss Universe (1967), Ivonne Coll. Her most recent work appears in "Love in the Limelight" as Grandma Rivera in the 2022 Hallmark film. Prior, she starred in "Fancy Nancy," "The Fungies," "Karma's World," and "Lucifer."

Yara Martinez
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Yara Martinez

"Jane the Virgin" wouldn't be if it weren't for Dr. Luisa Alver, Rafael's sister, who accidentally impregnated Jane during a break-up crisis. Yara Martinez does an excellent job at playing the tormented character but following the series she switched gears by playing another doctor, Dr. Paula Reyes in "Deputy." Soon after she became Izzy Colón on CBS's "Bull," and most recently stars as Jessica Nieves Sanders in the 2022 comedy, "Good Egg."

Diane Guerrero
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Diane Guerrero

Lina Santillan, Jane's best friend, and partner in crime was portrayed by "Orange Is The New Black" alum, Diane Guerrero. Since playing her bestie, the TV and movie star has lent her voice to Disney's mega-hit "Encanto," where she plays Mirabel's perfect sister, Isabela Madrigal. She's also been cast in other acting projects such as "DC's Legends of Tomorrow," "Blast Beat," "Blood Brother's Civil War," "Doom Patrol," and "Woman In the Book." Next up, you can expect to see her in the newly announced film, "Clear Lake."

Justina Machado
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Justina Machado

Surely you remember Justina Machado's character, Darci Factor, the matchmaker who later becomes Rogelio de la Vega's romantic partner and the mother of his second daughter. Machado has been a busy bee following "Jane the Virgin." Soon after, she starred in "Queen of the South" and "Superstore" where she played Maya alongside America Ferrera. She joined part of the series "Harley Quinn" as Bethany while also portraying Penelope Alvarez in "One Day at a Time." Justina's latest role is in the indie comedy, "The Throwback."