Isabel Macedo Biography: Husband, Age, Children, Net Worth, Height, Parents, Movies & TV Shows

María Isabel Macedo, known professionally as Isabel Macedo, is an Argentine actress, model, and entrepreneur celebrated for her compelling performances as a villain in popular telenovelas such as Floricienta, Verano del ’98, and Graduados. She gained widespread recognition for her dynamic roles across television, film, and theater, establishing herself as a versatile talent in Argentine entertainment.

Macedo also served as the First Lady of Salta Province from September 24, 2016, to December 10, 2019, during her marriage to then-Governor Juan Manuel Urtubey, blending her artistic career with a prominent public role.

Profile

• Full Name: María Isabel Macedo
• Stage Name: Isabel Macedo
• Born: 2, August 1975
• Age: 49 years old
• Birthplace: San Salvador de Jujuy, Argentina
• Nationality: Argentine
• Occupation: Actress, Model, and Entrepreneur
• Height: 1.72m
• Parents: Mr. Macedo and Mrs. Macedo
• Siblings: 3
• Spouse: Juan Manuel Urtubey (m. 2016)
• Boyfriends: Facundo Arana (ex), Federico Insúa (ex), and Martín Tassara (ex)
• Children: Isabel Urtubey Macedo, Julia Urtubey Macedo
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $2 million

Early Life and Education

María Isabel Macedo was born on August 2, 1975, in San Salvador de Jujuy, Argentina, to an agronomist father and a teacher mother, referred to as Mr. and Mrs. Macedo. She grew up primarily in the Palermo neighborhood of Buenos Aires, the youngest of four children, with three half-brothers from her father’s first marriage.

Macedo attended Saint Catherine’s Moorlands School and later enrolled at the University of Belgrano to study hotel management. She left her studies incomplete to pursue acting, a decision that shaped her successful career in entertainment. Her ethnicity is Argentine, and her religious beliefs are not publicly disclosed.

Career

María Isabel Macedo began her career as a model, taking on assignments to pay off a debt incurred from a ring purchased with her father’s credit card at age 17. Her acting debut came in 1997 with a brief role in the telenovela Ricos y Famosos, though she was let go after three episodes for not meeting requirements.

Her persistence paid off with a breakout role as Felicitas in the youth series Verano del ’98 (1998–1999), which opened doors to further opportunities in Muñeca Brava (1999) and Amor latino (2000). Her early work showcased her ability to portray complex characters, laying the foundation for her rise in Argentine television.

Macedo’s career soared with her role as Delfina, the antagonist in Floricienta (2004–2005), earning her widespread acclaim for her portrayal of a cunning villain. She continued to shine in projects like Alma pirata (2006) and Don Juan y su bella dama (2008), while her role as Patricia Longo/Jimena Benítez in Graduados (2012) earned a Tato Award nomination for best supporting actress.

In 2016, she starred in the web miniseries eLovers alongside Ezequiel Lavezzi and led the telenovela Amar después de amar (2017). Her film roles include starring in Gigantes de Valdés and Franklin, historia de un billete, cementing her versatility across mediums.

Macedo’s professional journey took a quieter turn after her 2016 marriage to Juan Manuel Urtubey, as she embraced her role as First Lady of Salta Province until 2019. Her last recorded acting role was in the 2018 miniseries Sandro de América, where she played Daniela Paciani.

Since then, she has focused on family life and entrepreneurial ventures, including fashion and lifestyle projects. Macedo’s social media presence, with over 1.5 million Instagram followers, keeps her connected to fans, sharing glimpses of her life in Salta. Her legacy as a skilled actress and influential figure in Argentine culture endures through her memorable performances and public contributions.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @isabelmacedophoto
• Facebook Handle: Isabel Macedo

Personal Life

María Isabel Macedo wed Juan Manuel Urtubey, the former Governor of Salta Province, on September 24, 2016. The wedding took place at Finca Las Costas and was attended by 400 guests, including prominent personalities from the worlds of politics and entertainment.

Together, they have two daughters, Isabel and Julia. In addition, Macedo embraces her role as stepmother to Urtubey’s four children from his previous marriage: Marco, Mateo, Lucas, and Juana.

Prior to this, she was in relationships with actor Facundo Arana from 1996 to 2006, soccer player Federico Insúa between 2010 and 2013, and polo player Martín Tassara from 2014 to 2015.

Filmography

• Ricos y Famosos (1997)
• Verano del ’98 (1998–1999)
• Muñeca Brava (1999)
• Amor latino (2000)
• Floricienta (2004–2005)
• Alma pirata (2006)
• Don Juan y su bella dama (2008)
• Graduados (2012)
• Amar después de amar (2017)
• Sandro de América (2018)
• Cenizas del paraíso (1997, film)
• Gigantes de Valdés (2008, film)
• Franklin, historia de un billete (2022, film)

Net Worth

María Isabel Macedo has an estimated net worth of $2 million. Her wealth is primarily derived from her extensive acting career in telenovelas, films, and theater, complemented by modeling contracts and brand endorsements.