Milva Gauto

About Milva Gauto

María Milva Gauto Morcillo (born June 27, 1968, in Asunción) is a prominent Paraguayan radio personality, television host, actress, and judge. Known for her sharp wit, eccentric style, and incisive critiques, she is considered one of the most iconic figures in Paraguayan reality television and entertainment broadcasting.
​Early Life & Education
​Background & Studies: Raised in Asunción, she attended the Inmaculado Corazón de María school. She participated in an exchange program in London during her youth, worked as a flight attendant, and subsequently earned a degree in Marketing and Advertising.
​Family: She is a mother to three sons: Nigel, Elliott, and Oliver.
​Radio Career
​Gauto began her broadcasting career in 1990 as a mobile reporter for Red Caracol 97.1 FM. Over her multi-decade radio career, she became a defining voice across several major stations:
​Radio Venus: She spent over 13 years hosting top-rated shows, establishing herself as a leading FM radio presenter.
​Radio Urbana & Canal 100: She hosted the popular show Milva Imperio Urbano on Radio Urbana (until 2017) and went on to work as a prime voice for Canal 100.
​Television & Reality TV Judge
​Gauto transitioned to television in the 1990s and 2000s, hosting talk, comedy, and entertainment formats including Aquemarropa, El Tajo, La Jaula, and Ultrapoderosa. She also took on acting roles in local sitcoms like La Chuchi (2006) and Ánimo Juan.
​Baila Conmigo Paraguay: Her career reached its peak visibility as a judge on Telefuturo’s Bailando por un Sueño and Baila Conmigo Paraguay (BCPY). Her uncompromising judging style, theatrical flair, and memorable clashes with contestants made her an indispensable face of the franchise.