Catherine Martinez Wiki, Biography, Age, Husband, Death Reason, Net Worth, Family & More

Catherine Martinez (born 15th January 1990, age: 24 years when died) was a popular fitness model, aspiring boxer, personal trainer, and published model from America. She was following her career as a model and fitness expert passionately until her death in July 2014. She was married to singer Russell Neal. Her husband remained famous for working as a singer for the 90’s R&B group Hi-Five. But more than her career achievement Catherine became a part of the news when she was stabbed to death when she was present inside her apartment in Houston in July 2014.

However, her actual death date is still missing from records because her death is a mystery for many law enforcement experts. Nevertheless when the investigation of her murder went on it was found that her husband is mentally ill and was later arrested by the police under the count of murder charges. Her husband Neil was later sent to a Mental hospital as he was declared mentally upset by the law.

Who was Catherine Martinez?

Catherine Martinez ad famous fitness model who died in July 2014 is now trending in 2023. She is now the most searched person on Google because her death controversy has been added to the new episodes of the TV series “Death By Fame”. in this show all about her death, statements by investigators, her family, her past, and other things will be disclosed to the viewers.

Death By Fame episode ‘The Killing Game” on ID has shown the murder mystery of Catherine killing. Keep reading to know more about how Catherine was killed, who was her parents and all about her husband.

Catherine Martinez Biography (Early Life)

As per Catherine Martinez’s Facebook page then this girl also remains popular with her other name Brasilia Martinez. She has shared that her hometown is New York. She also spent her few years of life in Chicago, Illinois because she was born there to her parents.

She was living in Houston, Texas at the time of her death. Her birth date is still a mystery for many buts sources shared that she might have been born on 15th January 1990. She died when she was only 24. Other than this after her birth, she completed her schooling in New york. Catherine Martinez later went to Baruch College to grab her Bachelor’s degree. Her mother used to call her by a pet name ‘Bonita’

Catherine Martinez Wiki & Bio (College)

Full Real NameCatherine Martinez
NicknameCatherine, Bonita, Brasilia Martinez
NameBrasilia Martinez
Age (as of 2014)24 years old
Popular asa model who got killed by her husband in 2014
ProfessionPersonal Trainer, an aspiring boxer, fitness model, actress, model
Place of BirthChicago, Illinois
Current ResidenceHouston, Texas
EducationGraduate
SchoolPrivate School
UniversityBaruch College
Date of Birth15th January 1990
Net worth$500k USD (approx.)
NationalityAmerican
EthnicityAfro-American
ReligionChristianity
Zodiac SignCapricorn
LanguagesEnglish
Height5 feet 6 inches

Catherine Martinez Family, Siblings (Nationality & Ethnicity)

Catherine Martinez was born to her mother Mary Figueroa. After her death, Catherine’s mother made a statement that she told her many times that she should leave her husband Neal because he was abusive with her the whole time.

On the other hand, Catherine’s sister Glenda Lewis also appeared for media interviews.

Glenda shared that many times she has spotted bruises and scratches on her sister’s body but Catherine always tried to hide it with makeup. But even though hiding her bruises with makeup they were able to see them clearly.

When the interviewer asked Mary about her daughter’s death she shared that Catherine’s death took away a piece of her life. Whereas Glenda Lewis shared that she feel pain as she did not know that her sister may have been dead the day before she was found. Catherine’s mother met her daughter last on June 28, 2014, and after it, she was found dead in July 2014. Catherine died with blunt force injuries to the head and multiple stab wounds.

Father’s NameNot Known
Mother’s NameMary Figueroa
SisterGlenda Lewis
BrotherNot Known
ReligionChristianity
EthnicityAfro-American
NationalityAmerican

Birthday

Age24 years in 2014
Birthdate15th January 1990
Zodiac SignCapricorn
DeathIn July 2014

Catherine Martinez’s Husband, Boyfriend & Relationships

You may already know that Catherine Martinez was married to Russell Neal. Russell Neal was a member of the 90’s R&B group Hi-Five. After Catherine’s marriage to her husband, she became a mother of two of her sons. At the time of her death her son Raphael was 3 years old, and Diego was 5 years old. When she died her both kids were present inside the home. Both kids were found inside the home locked away in another room when police entered the home.

Models’ family also shared in the media that one of Catherine Martinez’s kids ran out of the room when Russel attacked Catherine and he saw blood on his father’s shoe. His father then told him that a red stain occurred due to ketchup.

Their marriage always showed a sign of tension among the people and family members who were close to them. Catherine’s husband has lost all of his fame and was living on her earnings of her.

How did Russell Neal kill Catherine Martinez?

As you know that the marriage life of Neal Russell and Catherine Martinez was not going well. On July 1, 2014, Neal visited Houston Police Department and shared with officers that he had a fight with his wife and she need medical attention. After it, the medical team visited Catherine’s apartment but they found something else there.

They observed a crime scene there. Catherine Martinez was found dead. She was stabbed with a sharp object several times. She was wounded by a blunt object. Her death was the result of a violent attack.

Later an Autopsy report was shared about Catherine’s death that died of Vicious stab wounds and blunt force Trauma.

Where is Catherine Martinez’s husband now?

After Catherine Martinez’s death, her husband Russell Neal was arrested by the police under the charges of first-degree murder for killing his wife. Later Neal was sent out on bail under a $100,000 bond. At that time his trial was not begun. Later in May 2015, he was again arrested by US Marshal’s Service deputies because he did not appear for a court date.

Reports about Russell shared that at the time of his arrest authorities found that he was planning suicide. When he was sent to jail after the arrest there it was noted that he started displaying alleged acts of insanity, claiming he was “Jesus Christ.” Statements share that he began doing freaking things to avoid his murder trial. Subsequently, he was declared mentally unfit to stand trial and the court ordered him to be under treatment.

Since then Russell is spending his days in a mental institution at Rusk State Hospital in Texas.

Kids & Marital Status

Marital StatusMarried
Relationship StatusMarried
HusbandRussell Neal
BoyfriendRussell Neal
ChildrenSon– Raphael, and Diego
Daughter-None

Net Worth, Career, & Profession- Fitness Model

As per the Instagram profile of Catherine Martinez then we found that she was a fitness model, upcoming boxer, personal trainer, and model. Many photos of her modeling shoots are still trending over the internet. She had worked for many popular photographers.

However, it is not confirmed but the IMDB page which might belong to Catherine Martinez claims that she has worked in TV series and short movies. She was a part of the 2014 mini-series “I Promise” and the 2012 TV series ” Spunky Airlines”.

She was getting famous for her work. Her earning was good and was bearing all the expenses of her husband. When she died she would be an owner of a net worth of $500k USD approximately.

Facts You Need to Know About Catherine Martinez

  • Catherine Martinez’s home address was Cedar Creek complex on 3766 Tanglewilde in southwest Houston, Texas.
  • Reports shared that she was not married to Russell Neal legally.
  • Russell Neal was 39 years old when he killed Catherine.
  • She was found dead under a blanket on the living room floor.
  • Her husband’s famous song was “I Like the Way” (‘The Kissing Game’), which topped the charts in 1991.
  • Russell use to charge $40 from Catherine for babysitting his own kids.
  • Before her death, Catherine Martinez spent last weekend with her family in Killeen.
  • She use to go to Metroflex Gym to get trained.
  • She use to spend hours training at the gym and never missed her workout.

Profiles & Wikipedia

FAQs

Who was Catherine Martinez?

She was a fitness model who was stabbed to death by her husband Russell Neal.

Who was Catherine Martinez’s husband?

Her husband’s name is Russell Neal.

When did Catherine Martinez die?

She died on July 2014.

How many kids Catherine Martinez had?

She was having two sons.

Images source

  • https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2681419/You-took-heart-Mother-model-beaten-stabbed-death-former-Hi-Five-singer-Russell-Neal.html
  • https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/catherinemartinez/?hl=en
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