Who is Laura Alvarez? Everything You Need to Know

Quick Facts

Family:

Spouse/Ex-: Jeremy Corbyn

siblings: Marcela Alvarez

Born Country: Mexico

Family Members Mexican Female

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Career

Laura Alvarez was initially a law student from Mexico who later turned into a banker. She spent many years at the bank that was dedicated to helping rural communities in Mexico. She rose to fame after marrying Jeremy Corbyn, the Labour Party leader. She fell in love with Corbyn after he helped her search for her abducted niece. The duo entered a long-distance relationship as Laura had to return to Mexico to focus on her career. She moved to Islington, London in 2011 to spend more time with Jeremey. During her time in London, she worked for the National Commission of Human Rights and even studied a part-time course on Human Rights at Birkbeck University. After a steady relationship, she eventually married Corbyn in Mexico in 2013.

Since then, Laura has moved on from her banking days and has become an entrepreneur. She is currently the owner of the coffee beans company Café Mam, which highlights its fair-trade practices and authentic exports. Laura often accompanies her husband to political gatherings, campaigns and other public events. Jeremy often praises her in public and calls her his absolute strength and support. Laura herself speaks at solidarity events organized by the diasporic community of Mexicans in London. She often talks about the state of affairs in Mexico, especially highlighting the war-riddled demonstrations and media censorship. The husband-wife duo also toured several cities in Europe to raise awareness about the political and cultural crisis in Mexico. Many critics have noted the compatibility between Laura and Jeremy in their political beliefs as they both want to do something big and address the greater need.

Controversies & Scandals

Laura Alvarez’s coffee business came into negative highlight in 2015. After an audit, it was revealed that the farmers who grew the coffee beans sold by her company only received 93p for each bag sold at her store for £10. This was in stark contrast to the company’s aim to bring in more transparency and fair-trade practices. The event proved to be a huge embarrassment for Alvarez and her company. Despite these hurdles, the company managed to stand on its feet and carry on.

Family & Personal Life

Laura Alvarez is a Mexican native, and information about her early life isn’t available in public domain. She has an older sister, Marcela Alvarez. Laura is currently married to the Labour Party MP Jeremy Corbyn. Laura’s relationship with Corbyn didn’t start off romantically. She had flown to London in 1999 in search of her abducted niece Jasmin and was introduced to Jeremy by her sister Marcela. His constant support and gentlemanly behavior impressed her and the two realized they liked each other.

However, she had to return to Mexico to continue her studies, but they sustained the long-distance relationship for many years. Their age gap of 20 years didn’t deter their love for each other, and they finally decided to tie the knot in 2012 at an intimate ceremony in Hacienda Panoaya, Mexico. They have remained inseparable since then. She also enjoys a cordial relationship with Corbyn’s children from his previous marriages and often attends events along with them. In her spare time, Laura enjoys watching television, dining out, and eating homegrown food. She confessed that her favorite show is EastEnders. She currently lives with him in Finsbury Park with their cat, El Gato.

Laura Alvarez Biography