Calu Rivero
Carla Soledad Rivero known as Calu and Dignity, is an Argentine actress, model, designer and occasional DJ. Early life. Carla Soledad Rivero was born in Recreo, Catamarca Province. She moved with her family to Córdoba Province at the age of 6. Her nickname "Calu" was given by her older sister, because of a character called "Kalú" in the Chilean telenovela "Tic tac". Career. Early work (2006–2007). Having finished high school, Rivero began studying Dramatic Arts in the National University of Córdoba. Being passionate about clothes, she hosted a TV show about fashion until she was 19. In 2006  Rivero moved to Buenos Aires to pursue her acting career and began taking drama classes with Norman Briski. In 2007 she was called for temporary works as an extra in "Son de Fierro" and "Lalola". Breakthrough (2007-2011). Rivero's breakthrough TV role was in "Patito Feo" in August 2007 where she was cast as the villain. The character was popular and as a result, Rivero started gaining a following. She was the first actress from Catamarca Province to appear on national television. Because of this, she was named Illustrious Citizen of Recreo. She also appeared in TV shows such  as "Atrapados", "Champs 12", "Casi Ángeles" and "Alguien que me quiera". Rivero's modeling career boomed, being the face of both national and international companies such as Nike, TOMS Shoes, Agatha Ruíz de la Padra, La Casa de las Botas, Sweet Victorian, Todo Moda, 47 Street and Roho. 2011-present. In early 2011, Rivero was called to be part of "El elegido", with Pablo Echarri. Her role gave her critical acclaim. In February, Rivero designed her own winter collection for the Argentine fashion "Complot". In mid-2011, Rivero starred in the music video for "Please Me" by the Argentine band "Poncho . The song was very successful in Argentina, considered the summer hit of 2012. This fact heightened Calu Rivero's popularity. By the end of 2011, Calu Rivero became one of the most sought-after actresses in Argentina, considered the new national It girl" and a fashion icon. In 2012 she joined the cast of the telenovela "Dulce Amor" airing in Telefe. In 2013, Rivero made her film debut in "Tesis sobre un homicidio" by Hernán Goldfrid, and also starring Ricardo Darín, Alberto Ammann and Arturo Puig. The film was a success, and led the box office for weeks. Personal life . Rivero lives in New York City and in late 2019 adopted the name Dignity. She practices Gaga dance.