Famous People from Paraguay

Paraguayan military dictator who ruled the country for 35 years from 1954 to 1989, making him one of the longest-serving non-royal leaders in modern history.

Paraguayan novelist and poet who won the Miguel de Cervantes Prize in 1989, best known for his novel 'I, the Supreme' about dictator José Gaspar Rodríguez de Francia.

Paraguayan striker who played for clubs including Borussia Dortmund and Colo-Colo, scoring over 100 career goals in European and South American leagues.

Paraguayan striker who scored 14 goals in 39 international appearances and played for clubs including Werder Bremen and Eintracht Frankfurt.

Former Paraguayan striker who scored over 40 goals for his national team and later became a football manager, coaching clubs in Mexico and Paraguay.

Paraguayan economist and politician who became President of Paraguay in August 2023. He previously served as Finance Minister under Mario Abdo Benítez.

Former Catholic bishop who became Paraguay's 47th President from 2008 to 2012, ending six decades of Colorado Party rule.

Paraguayan striker who became the country's all-time leading scorer with 32 goals in 112 international appearances, playing for clubs including Bayern Munich and Manchester City.

Paraguayan striker who scored 13 goals in 40 international appearances and had successful club careers in Portugal with Benfica and in Argentina.

Paraguayan defender who played for clubs including Toulouse and Sunderland, earning over 100 caps for his national team across three World Cups.

Paraguayan goalkeeper renowned for scoring goals from free kicks and penalties, earning 74 caps for his national team and playing for clubs like Vélez Sársfield.

Paraguayan winger who plays for Newcastle United in the Premier League and has been a key player for the Paraguay national team since 2015.

Paraguay's first supreme dictator who ruled from 1814 to 1840, isolating the country from foreign influence and establishing a highly centralized authoritarian state.

Paraguayan businessman and politician who served as the 49th President of Paraguay from 2013 to 2018.

Paraguay's second president who led the country into the devastating War of the Triple Alliance (1864-1870), dying in the final battle at Cerro Corá.

Spanish-born Paraguayan polymath who became one of Paraguay's most influential cultural figures, known for her poetry, sculpture, and historical writings.

Paraguayan striker who was one of Mexico's top goalscorers before a 2010 shooting incident ended his career, playing for clubs including América.

Paraguayan defender who played for clubs including Valencia and Real Betis, and represented Paraguay in three World Cups (2006, 2010, 2014).

Paraguayan winger who has played for clubs including AS Roma and Pumas UNAM, known for his pace and dribbling ability.

Paraguayan lawyer who served as the 46th President of Paraguay from 2003 to 2008, winning election as the Colorado Party candidate.

President of Paraguay (1792-1862)

Civil engineer and businessman who served as Paraguay's first civilian president after the end of military rule, holding office from 1993 to 1998.

Paraguayan center-back who captains both Palmeiras and the Paraguay national team, winning multiple Copa Libertadores titles.

Paraguayan midfielder who played for clubs including Napoli and Sampdoria in Serie A, representing Paraguay in the 2010 World Cup.

Paraguayan striker who plays for Torino in Serie A and serves as a key goalscorer for the Paraguay national team.

Paraguayan midfielder who played for clubs including Sunderland and Kayserispor, earning over 40 caps for his national team.

Paraguayan defender who played for clubs including Estudiantes and Gimnasia La Plata during his professional career.

Paraguayan footballer who played as a midfielder for clubs including Real Zaragoza and also competed in beach soccer tournaments.

Paraguayan defender who captained his national team to three World Cups and earned 110 caps, playing for clubs including Independiente and Corinthians.

Paraguayan defender who earned 61 caps for his national team and later became a successful coach, leading clubs in Paraguay and other South American countries.

Paraguayan surgeon who became the 48th President in 2012 after Fernando Lugo's impeachment, serving until 2013.

Paraguayan goalkeeper who earned 120 caps for his national team and played in four World Cups, making him one of Paraguay's most experienced players.

Paraguayan midfielder who played for clubs including Estudiantes and later transitioned to coaching, managing teams in Argentina and Paraguay.

Paraguayan midfielder who has played for various clubs in Paraguay's domestic league and later moved into coaching roles.

Paraguayan right-back who has played for clubs including Udinese and represents Paraguay in international competitions.

Paraguayan midfielder who represented his country internationally and played for various clubs in South American leagues.

Former Paraguayan striker who played in Mexico's Liga MX and later became a football coach, managing several clubs in South America.

Paraguayan midfielder known for his playmaking abilities, representing his country in international competitions and playing for clubs across South America.

Paraguayan footballer who played as a midfielder for clubs in Paraguay and Argentina before pursuing a coaching career.

Paraguayan footballer who played as a midfielder for various clubs in South America before pursuing a coaching career.

Paraguayan defender who played for clubs including Werder Bremen and represented Paraguay in two World Cups before becoming a coach.

Paraguayan midfielder who played professionally in Paraguay, Argentina, and other South American leagues before transitioning to coaching.

Paraguayan defender who played for clubs in Paraguay and Argentina before moving into coaching roles in South American football.

Paraguayan defender who played for clubs in Paraguay and Argentina during the 1990s and 2000s before becoming a coach.

Paraguayan defender who played for various clubs in Paraguay's domestic league before transitioning to coaching.

Paraguayan footballer who played as a defender for clubs in Paraguay and neighboring countries before becoming a coach.

Former Paraguayan footballer turned politician who played as an attacking midfielder and later became Governor of Central Department.

Paraguayan model who gained international fame during the 2010 World Cup and has appeared in various television shows and advertising campaigns.