Dayanara is introduced as a reserved girl although she is a fierce protector of her family and is not afraid to stand for herself. She does not speak Spanish, which draws the annoyance of Gloria. This is possibly due to Aleida’s negligent parenting, as Aleida is bilingual and speaks Spanish often, as does Aleida's mother and Aleida’s boyfriend Cesar. She has enjoyed drawing manga ever since she found a manga book in the trashcan at a young age. She proclaims the characters to be "more beautiful.