Walter Mercado

Walter Mercado Salinas, known professionally as Walter Mercado or Shanti Ananda, was a Puerto Rican astrologer, actor, dancer, and writer. He gained fame through his television astrology shows, which originated in Puerto Rico and later expanded to Latin America and the United States. Mercado became a prominent and beloved figure in the Hispanic community, celebrated for his charismatic personality and daily horoscope readings. His work made him a cultural icon, and he was widely recognized for his influence in popularizing astrology among Spanish-speaking audiences.