Who Is Carolina Gaitán
Carolina Gaitán is a Colombian actress and singer known for theater, television, and film. She trained at the Universidad del Norte and later at New York University Tisch School of the Arts. Her work spans musicals, telenovelas, and animated features, with Encanto marking a major international role.
Carolina Gaitán in Encanto
In Disney’s Encanto, Carolina Gaitán voices Pepa Madrigal, the emotional weather-controlling matriarch of the family. The film, released in 2021, follows the Madrigal family and their magical gifts. Gaitán’s performance helped define Pepa’s fiery personality and contributed to the movie’s global popularity.
Carolina Gaitán Career and Earnings
Before Encanto, Gaitán appeared in Colombian productions such as La Costeña y El Cacique and performed in stage musicals. Voice acting in a major Disney film can increase visibility and earning potential, though exact salary figures are not publicly disclosed. Industry estimates for lead voice roles in animated features typically range from mid to high six figures, depending on the project and actor’s profile.
For more background on the film, see the official Disney Encanto page Disney Encanto.
