Daniella Bustamante turns 18 amid family loss and new beginnings

Daniella Bustamante, daughter of Paula Echevarría and David Bustamante, turns 18 on August 17, 2026, marking her transition into adulthood. The milestone comes shortly after the death of her maternal grandfather, Luis Ángel Echevarría, on July 30, which has deeply affected the family Source: Infobae. Despite the recent loss, her parents organized a surprise birthday party in Candás, Asturias, where she celebrated with close friends and family Source: El Mundo.

Coming of age

Daniella has recently finished high school and passed the university entrance exam (PAU). She has been admitted to study Marketing and Public Relations at a private university in Madrid, a choice that distances her from her parents' entertainment careers Source: ABC. Her father, David Bustamante, noted that she has long been interested in fashion and marketing Source: El Confidencial.

Public exposure

After a childhood shielded from the media, Daniella has begun stepping into the public eye. She debuted at a photocall in June 2025 at the ELLE Style Awards and has since attended events on her own, including 'La Velada del Año VI' Source: ABC. She has also started building a presence on social media, with over 46,000 followers on Instagram and 54,000 on TikTok Source: Infobae. Reports indicate she has signed with the agency The Wolf Is Coming to manage her influencer career, though the agency has not confirmed this Source: El Mundo.

Family messages

Both parents shared heartfelt birthday messages on Instagram. Paula Echevarría wrote: "Mi niña, mi leona, mi compañera de vida..." while David Bustamante posted: "¡Felicidades a mi 'miniyo'!" Source: Infobae. Daniella has described her mother as her "pilar" and "mejor amiga," reflecting their close bond Source: El Confidencial.