Carmen Villalobos, born Yorley del Carmen Villalobos Barrios on July 13, 1983, in Barranquilla, Atlántico, Colombia, is a renowned Colombian actress and model who has become a prominent figure in Latin American television.
At 42 years old, she has built a successful career spanning over two decades, starting from her early days in children’s programming and evolving into leading roles in high-profile telenovelas.
Raised in Colombia, Villalobos comes from a family where her father, Pedro Villalobos, worked as a police officer, and her mother, Betty Barrios, managed the household; her parents had separated by the time her father passed away in 2017.
She was previously married to actor Sebastián Caicedo from 2019 until their divorce in 2022, and she is currently in a relationship with Frederik Oldenburg.
Known for her charisma and versatility, Villalobos has not only acted but also hosted shows, establishing herself as an icon in the entertainment industry.
Siblings
Carmen has two brothers; her older half-brother, José Conrado, maintains a low profile and is not involved in the public eye.
In contrast, her younger brother, Robert Villalobos, shares a particularly strong bond with her, often collaborating professionally as her trusted photographer for magazine covers, social media posts, and personal projects.
Robert, the youngest of the three siblings, has been described by Carmen as a perfect creative partner who understands her preferences intuitively, and their relationship dates back to childhood, marked by mutual support through life’s ups and downs.
Career
Villalobos began her professional journey in 1999 with her debut as Abi in the Colombian children’s series Club 10, marking the start of her long-standing presence in television.
She gained early recognition through supporting roles in telenovelas such as Amor a la plancha in 2003, La Tormenta in 2005 where she played Trinidad “Trini” Ayala Camacho for 216 episodes, and Amores de Mercado in 2006.
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Her breakthrough came in 2008 with the lead role of Catalina Santana in Sin senos no hay paraíso, a 167-episode telenovela adapted from Gustavo Bolívar’s book, which catapulted her to international fame and showcased her ability to portray complex, intense characters.
Following this success, she starred as Alejandra Paz in Niños Ricos, Pobres Padres from 2009 to 2010, appearing in 131 episodes, and continued with prominent parts like María Dolores “Lola” Volcán in Mi corazón insiste en Lola Volcán in 2011 for 133 episodes.
Villalobos joined the Telemundo series El Señor de los Cielos in 2013 as Leonor Ballesteros, evolving from a recurring role in the first season to a main character across 232 episodes through seasons 2 and 3.
She reprised her iconic Catalina Santana in the sequel Sin senos sí hay paraíso from 2016 to 2018 for 177 episodes, with additional appearances in flashbacks and cameos, and extended the character into El final del paraíso in 2019 for 82 episodes as both Catalina Santana and Virginia Fernández.
In 2021, she took on the role of Lucía Sanclemente in Café con aroma de mujer for 92 episodes, further diversifying her portfolio.
Beyond acting, Villalobos has hosted the reality competition show Top Chef VIP since 2022, appearing as herself and expanding her influence in entertainment.
Accolades
Throughout her career, Villalobos has earned numerous nominations and awards, reflecting her impact on Latin television and her appeal to audiences and critics alike.
In 2012, she received nominations at the first Your World Awards for “The Perfect Couple” and “The Best Kiss,” both shared with co-star Jencarlos Canela, for her work in Mi corazón insiste en Lola Volcán.
The following year, she was nominated for Best Supporting Actress at the Premios People en Español and for Favorite Lead Actress at the Your World Awards for her role in El Señor de los Cielos.
In 2015, Villalobos garnered further recognition with nominations for Favorite Lead Actress: Series and The Perfect Couple, the latter with Rafael Amaya, again at the Your World Awards.
She was nominated for Best Female Lead in a Telenovela at the Miami Life Awards in 2016.
One of her notable wins came in 2017 at the sixth Your World Awards, where she took home the “I’m Sexy and I Know It” award for her performance in Sin senos sí hay paraíso.
Additionally, she has been featured in People en Español’s “50 Most Beautiful” list, underscoring her status as a celebrated beauty and talent in the industry.
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