Barbie Vélez Biography: Instagram, Net Worth, YouTube, Age, Height, Parents, Awards, Movies

Bárbara Pucheta Vélez, professionally known as Barbie Vélez, is an Argentine actress, model, television personality, and performer.

She gained recognition through her work in television series, theater, reality shows, and entertainment programs, building a career that blends acting, modeling, and media presence while becoming one of Argentina’s familiar young entertainers.

Profile

• Full Name: Bárbara Pucheta Vélez
• Stage Name: Barbie Vélez
• Born: 18 June 1994
• Age: 31 years old
• Birthplace: Quilmes, Buenos Aires, Argentina
• Nationality: Argentine
• Occupation: Actress, Model, Television Personality
• Height: 1.67m
• Parents: Nazarena Vélez, Alejandro Pucheta
• Siblings: Thiago Rodríguez, Gonzalo Agostini
• Spouse: Lucas Rodríguez (m. 2021)
• Boyfriends: Federico Bal (ex)
• Children: Salvador
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $2 million

Early Life and Education

Bárbara Pucheta Vélez was born on June 18, 1994, in Quilmes, Buenos Aires, Argentina, to mother Nazarena Vélez, a well‑known actress and producer, and father Alejandro Pucheta. She has two younger half‑brothers, Gonzalo and Thiago, from her mother’s other relationships.

Details about her formal education have not been widely publicized. Her ethnicity is Argentine, and details regarding her religious affiliation have not been extensively disclosed.

Career

Bárbara Pucheta Vélez began her career at a young age in modeling and entertainment. She debuted professionally at 17, working with clothing brands and entering theatrical productions, marking her early steps into performance and media.

Her involvement in summer theater and early modeling work helped introduce her to broader audiences within Argentina’s entertainment scene.

Vélez gained greater recognition through television roles, including her appearances in popular series such as Los Grimaldi: una familia de locos and Somos familia, where she demonstrated her acting versatility.

Over the years she also participated in entertainment and reality programs, including Bailando por un sueño, Tu cara me suena and Corte y confección famosos, which broadened her visibility and showcased her talents beyond scripted acting.

As her career progressed, Barbie Vélez continued to balance acting with modeling and media projects. She competed on MasterChef Celebrity Argentina and expanded her theatrical work, including performances in national theater productions.

Her multifaceted involvement in television, stage, and media content has made her a familiar face in Argentine entertainment circles while maintaining a growing presence on social media.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @barbiepucheta
• Facebook Handle: Barbie Vélez
• Twitter Handle: @barvelez

Personal Life

Bárbara Vélez married Lucas Rodríguez in 2021. The couple welcomed their son Salvador in 2023. Prior to her marriage, she had a well‑publicized on‑off relationship with actor Federico Bal.

Outside her professional life, she shares moments of family and career milestones with her followers while balancing privacy and public visibility.

Filmography

• Los Grimaldi: una familia de locos (2013)
• Somos familia (2014)
• Esperanza mía (2015)
• Tu cara me suena (2016)
• Bailando por un sueño (Multiple seasons)
• MasterChef Celebrity Argentina (2022)

Net Worth

Bárbara Pucheta Vélez has an estimated net worth of $2 million. Her income sources include television acting, modeling work, live theater performances, media and entertainment appearances, and brand partnerships, supported by her substantial online presence and public profile.