1. Kike Casanova (1970)

TV Show Host

Television host, presenter, and lawyer who is best known for having hosted several seasons of the Paraguay edition of Dancing with the Stars, called Bailando con las Estrellas, as well as the singing...

2. Salvador Cabañas (1980)

Paraguayan Football Striker

Striker and winger known for his goal-scoring ability, leading the Chilean Primera Division and Mexican Primera Division in scoring during his career.

3. Carlos Antonio López (1792)

President Of Paraguay

The first ever President of Paraguay who served from 1844 to 1862. He was known for developing the army and disputing with foreign leaders; he served from 1841-62.

4. Francisco Solano López (1827)

Actor

The second President in Paraguayan history who succeeded his father, Carlos Antonio, in office in 1862 an served until 1870.

5. Julio Correa (1890)

Poet

A twentieth-century political poet, he published works in his native Paraguay throughout the 1930s and '40s. His notable works include During the War and Mister Ulogio.

6. José Bozzano (1895)

Paraguayan Architect

Paraguayan Naval officer and ship builder who played a vital role in the Chaco War fought between Bolivia and Paraguay.

7. Fiorella Migliore (1989)

Pageant Contestant

Famous for winning the 2008 Miss Italia nel Mondo pageant and the 2012 Miss World Paraguay title, Migliore went on to appear in several Paraguayan films and television series (including,...

8. Agustín Barboza (1913)

Paraguayan Musician

Paraguayan singer and composer who is considered a national treasure and popular music legend.

9. Carlos Luis Torres (1968)

Paraguayan Footballer

Striker who scored 45 goals in 182 appearances for Badajoz between 1995 and 2000.

10. William Mendieta (1970)

Soccer Player

Paraguayan soccer attacking midfielder who left Palmeiras in 2015 to become a member of Club Olimpia. His fans have supported him on Instagram where he posts lifestyle and on-the-field photos for over 160,000...

11. Miguel Almirón (1994)

Soccer Player

Paraguayan midfielder who is known for his attacking style. He signed with Atlanta United in late 2016, less than six months before the franchise's first MLS game.

12. Lali Gonzalez (1986)

Paraguayan Actress

Known best for her performance as Liz in the Goya Award-nominated 2010 film 7 Boxes, this Paraguayan entertainer also starred in the second season of the television show La Herencia...

13. Júnior Alonso (1993)

Paraguayan Footballer

Left back and centre back who made his professional debut with the Paraguayan club Cerro Porteño in 2013. He has gone on to play for clubs like LOSC Lille and Real Club Celta...

14. Clara Sosa (1993)

Model

Paraguayan model, chef and beauty queen who was crowned Miss Grand Paraguay and Miss Grand International in 2018. She became the chef and host of the cooking program on TV...

15. Santiago Pena Palacios (1978)

Politician

Paraguayan politician and economist who has risen to prominence as a former member of the Board of the Central Bank of Paraguay, a professor, and the former Minister of Finance...

16. Denise Hutterz (1970)

Journalist

Paraguayan journalist who has gained popularity as a tv host and radio host. She also commonly submitting to the popular news and media site, Medium.

17. Karina Grau (1986)

Bodybuilder

IFBB Pro figure competitor and personal trainer who became the winner of the 2015 Los Angeles Pro Figure Championships and finished at 1st place at the 2016 Los Angeles Championships. She...

18. Julieta Granada (1986)

Professional Golfer

Paraguayan golfer who turned professional in 2005. She finished seventh at the 2012 British Open.

19. Dani Da Rosa (1978)

TV Show Host

Television show host and personality, widely recognized for his work on Tercer Tiempo. This exposure has led to him amassing more than 150,000 followers on his verified Instagram account.

20. Cecilio Domínguez (1994)

Soccer Player

Forward who became a breakout star while playing for the Paraguayan club Cerro Porteño, winning the Paraguayan Primera División title in 2015 and becoming the league's top goal-scorer in 2016. He debuted...

21. Jesús Medina (1997)

Soccer Player

Paraguayan professional football player who is known for his work with the New York City club where he played as a winger and attacking midfielder. He is also known for...

22. Víctor Pecci (1955)

Paraguayan Tennis Player

Retired tennis champion from Paraguay who was one of the world's best players in the early 1980s.

23. Zenón Franco (1956)

Chess Player

He was widely considered to be one of the best South American chess players in history.

24. Mario Ferreiro (1959)

Paraguayan Politician

Paraguayan television host and politician who is recognized for having served as the Intendant of the City of Asuncion. He is a member of the Avanza Pais political party and...

25. Horacio Cartes (1956)

Paraguayan Politician

Paraguayan entrepreneur and politician who was elected president of Paraguay in 2013.

26. Cindy Taylor (1977)

Model

Paraguayan model and actress known for her work on the covers of magazines like Esquire, Shape, and Vanidades. She's also served as the Latin American brand ambassador for Proactiv.

27. Larissa Riquelme (1985)

Paraguayan Model

One of Paraguay's top-earning models who was the face of the 2010 World Cup. She also competed in Argentina's version of Bailando por un Sueño.

28. Florencia Conde (1990)

Instagram Star

Paraguayan Instagram star who posts travel and lifestyle photos to her Instagram account. She has gained over 160,000 followers on her account. 

29. Nicole Huber (1990)

2011 Miss World Paraguay

Beauty Pageant winner and model who was crowned Miss International Paraguay in 2012.

30. Richard Ortiz Busto (1990)

Soccer Player

Paraguayan central midfielder and left wing back who has played for club Olimpia Asuncion. He also played for the Paraguay national football team in the 2014 World Cup. He served...

31. Berta Rojas (1966)

Guitarist

Paraguayan classical guitarist who has recorded over a dozen albums. She has been nominated three times for the Latin Grammy Awards, and was ranked by Classical Guitar Magazine as an...

32. Josue Colman (1998)

Soccer Player

Attacking midfielder who has gained fame for his international club career, including for popular Paraguayan club Cerro Porteño between 2016-2017. He helped lead the club to the 2017 Primera Division...

33. Gatito Fernandez (1988)

Soccer Player

Goalkeeper who has represented Paraguay at tournaments like the 2011 Copa América. At the club level, he is most famous for his eighth years spent as a member of the...

34. Paul Landó (1988)

YouTube Star

Paraguayan actor, presenter and social media star who became known as the host of Check In on Radio Urbana 106.9 FM. He also runs a popular YouTube channel where he creates...

35. Alba Riquelme (1991)

Miss Universo Paraguay 2011

Green-eyed model known for winning the Miss Universo Paraguay Pageant in 2011.

36. Melissa Quiñónez (1983)

Radio Host

Television and radio presenter known as a host for Radio E40 and Radio Disney Paraguay. She has also hosted events like First Dancing World Championship and the Miss Paraguay competition. 

37. Dante López (1983)

Footballer

Striker who 21 goals in 96 matches for UNAM from 2008 to 2011 and played for Guarani from 2011 to 2013. He became a member of the Paraguayan national team...

38. Bicho Riveros (1981)

Radio Host

Radio and television host who started presenting El Resumen on television in 2011. He has worked as an Ambassador of the Dequení Foundation. 

39. Malala Olitte (1982)

TV Show Host

Paraguayan television presenter recognized first as a panelist for the Telefuturo series El resumen. She would later cohost the Channel 13 show Tercer Tiempo. 

40. Leryn Franco (1982)

Athletics (sport) Competitor

Model and actress who also competed in the 2008 and 2012 Olympics as a javelin thrower.

41. Eduardo Aranda (1985)

Footballer

Eduardo Aranda is a Paraguayan footballer who plays for Vasco da Gama

42. Jorge Eduardo Recalde (1992)

Paraguayan Footballer

Jorge Eduardo Recalde Ramírez is an Paraguayan footballer currently playing for Libertad in the Primera División in Paraguay.

43. Denis Caniza (1974)

Footballer

Denis Ramón Caniza Acuña is a Paraguayan football defender who currently plays for Sportivo Luqueño in the Primera División Paraguaya. He started his career in Olimpia of Paraguay. He also...

44. Ever Cantero (1985)

Footballer

Ever Milton Cantero Benítez is a Paraguayan footballer that currently plays for Bolivar in the Liga de Fútbol Profesional Boliviano.

45. Jose Luis Castro Colman (1985)

Paraguayan Footballer

Colman is an Paraguayan international footballer who plays for A. C. Este as a defender.

46. Silvio Torales (1991)

Paraguayan Footballer

Silvio Gabriel Torales Castillo is an Paraguayan international footballer who plays for Nacional as a central midfielder.

47. Jorge Morel (1998)

Argentine Musician

Jorge Morel is a classical guitarist and composer from Argentina. He is now living and working in New York City.

48. Eduardo Ledesma (1985)

Footballer

Eduardo Fabián Ledesma Trinidad is a Paraguayan football midfielder. He currently plays for LDU Quito in Ecuador.

49. Enzo Prono (1991)

Footballer

Enzo Prono is a Paraguayan football striker. He currently plays for Club Olimpia on loan from Sol de América.

50. Marcos Gustavo Pereira (1985)

Paraguayan Footballer

Marcos Gustavo Pereira is a Paraguayan footballer currently playing for General Díaz of the Primera División in Paraguay.