Paola Barrientos is an Argentine actress of immense talent, versatility, and dedication to her craft. Born and raised in San Fernando, Buenos Aires, Argentina, she pursued acting studies after completing her high school education. Initially, she was rejected by the Escuela Metropolitana de Arte Dramático, but her persistence paid off when she was admitted after a subsequent audition.
Barrientos began her acting career in underground theater productions, where she showcased her exceptional skills in plays such as 3-ex, Teo con Julia, and Exhibición y desfile. Her outstanding performance in the play Estado de ira caught the attention of renowned actress Marilú Marini, who invited her to join the Complejo Teatral. There, Barrientos starred in the highly successful production Las criadas, solidifying her position as a rising star in the Argentine theater scene.
Her breakthrough role came when she landed a prominent spot in a popular advertising campaign for Banco Galicia, parodying the film Titanic and showcasing her comedic talents. This exposure propelled her to television, where she secured a leading role in the 2012 telenovela Graduados as Victoria Lauría. Her performance earned her widespread critical acclaim and numerous industry awards, including the Martín Fierro Award for Best Supporting Actress and the Tato Award for Supporting Actress in Daily Fiction.
Barrientos continued to build her career, taking on roles in film and television, and eventually winning the Silver Condor Award for Best Female Revelation for her work in Ciencias naturales (2014). Throughout her career, she has been recognized for her professionalism, adaptability, and ability to excel across various mediums.
In 2018, Barrientos ended her long-running association with the Banco Galicia advertisements, choosing to step away after nearly a decade. Her extensive body of work reflects her significant presence in Argentine entertainment, marked by a steady progression from theater to mainstream television and film.
