 In her native country, Venezuela, she was a contestant in Radio Caracas Television's reality show "Fama, Sudor y Lágrimas" 2006, where she came in fifth place, because she decided to back out to join the cast of "Latin American Idol".She's the oldest contestant ever to win "Latin American Idol" prior to being the first winner.Martínez is a professional singer, singing teacher, and vocal coach.