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Natasha Alexandra Rastapkavičius Arrondo (Russian: Наташа Александра Растапкавичюс Аррондо; born 25 June 1976), professionally known as Natasha Klauss, is a Colombian actress and businesswoman of Uruguayan and Lithuanian descent, best known for her roles in Telemundo telenovelas La Venganza, Pasión de Gavilanes, El Zorro, la espada y la rosa and La Tormenta.

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Early life

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Natasha Klauss was born in Cali, Colombia and raised in Barranquilla, Atlántico, Colombia to a Uruguayan father of LithuanianRussian descent and a Uruguayan mother. She has an older sister, Tatiana.[1] Klauss originally aspired to be a ballerina dancer after taking lessons, dreaming of performing in the Bolshoi Theatre.[2] One year before her graduation, however, she injured her knee in a car accident, ending her career in dance.[2] Natasha then decided to study acting instead of dancing.[2]

Career

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Klauss began her acting career in television series and plays, portraying small roles mostly. In 2002 Klauss portrayed a lesbian Sandra Guzmán in the Telemundo telenovela La Venganza, co–starring Gabriela Španić and Catherine Siachoque; she won prestigious awards such as Premios Mara de Venezuela and TVyNovelas Award for Best Supporting Actress for her portrayal.[3] Klauss then starred alongside Michel Brown, Danna García, Paola Rey, Mario Cimarro and Juan Alfonso Baptista in hit telenovela Pasión de Gavilanes, which brought her numerous awards — including ACE Award for Best Supporting Actress.[3] In 2004 she once again starred with Paola Rey and Juan Alfonso Baptista in telenovela La Mujer en el Espejo.

In 2005, Klauss won a Premio TVyNovelas for Best Antagonist for her role in La Tormenta, with Natalia Streignard and Christian Meier, and began acting in 2005–07 series Decisiones. She appeared in 2007 telenovela Zorro: La Espada y la Rosa, starring Christian Meier and Marlene Favela, and produced by Telemundo and RTI.[3] The following year Klauss appeared in series Novia para Dos.

Personal life

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In 2000, Klauss married the television producer, Víctor Gómez.[4] In April 2000, she gave birth to the couple's first child, a girl, whom they called Isabel Gómez Rastapkevicius. The couple divorced in 2001. In 2003, she married her first cousin, Marcelo Greco.[4] In April 2009, she gave birth to her second child and first child with Greco, whom they called Paloma Greco. They divorced in 2012.[4] Since 2020, Klauss is in a relationship with Daniel Gómez. On 28 December 2020, Klauss announced on her Instagram account that she and Gómez are engaged. They got married on 17 June 2022. [4]

Filmography

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Television

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Year Title Character Notes
1996 Señora Bonita Girl Cameo
Cazados Laura Alicia Pérez
1997 Prisioneros del Amor Girl Cameo
1998 Corazón Prohibido
2000 La Caponera Amparito
Entre Amores Graciela
2002 María Madrugada Aida
2002-2003 La Venganza Sandra Guzmán
2003-present Pasión de Gavilanes Sara "Sarita" Elizondo Acevedo
2004-2005 La mujer en el espejo Luzmila Arrebatos
2005-2007 Decisiones] Liliana
2005 La Tormenta Isabela Montilla
2007 Zorro: La Espada y la Rosa Sor Ana Camila Suplicios
2008 Novia para dos Tania Toquica Murillo
Mujeres asesinas Olga Episode 11: "La portera"
2009 El último matrimonio feliz Marcela de Pizarro
2009-2010 Amor en custodia Sandra Estrada
2010 Tierra de cantores Carmen Moscote
2011 Los herederos Del Monte Berta Soto
Confidencial Ángela Guarín Episode: "De vuelta a la vida"
2011-2012 Corazón de fuego Alejandra Vivanco / Lucía Vasquez
2013 El Control Lucía
2013-2014 Mentiras perfectas Alicia María Rivera
2015 Anónima Adriana Vanegas
2016 The White Slave Ana de Granados
2017 Alias J.J Ana María Solozábal
2017-2018 Hermanos y hermanas Sara Soto Matiz
2018-2019 La ley del corazón Judge Special Guest
2019 El Barón Carla Sánchez
El Bronx Sarah de Noriega
Bolívar Emma Special Guest
La casa de colores Angélica
2020 Decisiones: Unos ganan, otros pierden Marta Benítez Episode 21: "Indigna justicia"
Operación pacífico Judge Amalia
2021 Así es la vuelta Adela
2024 Rojo carmesí[5] Paulina

Awards and nominations

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Year Award Category For Result[3]
2003 Premio Mara de Venezuela Best Supporting Actress La Venganza Won
2004 Premio TVyNovelas Best Supporting Actress Won
Best Supporting Actress Pasión de Gavilanes Nominated
Premios ACE Best Supporting Actress Won
Orquidea de Oro Best Actress Won
Premios Dos de Oro Best International Actress Won
2006 Premio TVyNovelas Best Antagonist La Tormenta Won
Best Supporting Actress La mujer en el espejo Nominated

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Natasha Klauss (born Natasha Alejandra Rastapkavicius Arrondo; June 25, 1975) is a renowned for her leading roles in popular telenovelas, particularly as Sarita Elizondo in the international hit (2003–2022). Born in , , she initially pursued a career in but transitioned to after a from a car accident ended her dancing aspirations just before graduation. Klauss began her acting career in the late with minor roles in Colombian theater and television, quickly rising to prominence through her breakthrough supporting role in La Venganza (2002), where she portrayed Sandra Guzmán. Her performance in , opposite , catapulted her to stardom, making the series a global success broadcast in over 50 countries and earning her widespread recognition as one of Latin America's top stars. Subsequent notable roles include Berta Soto in (2011), the antagonist in (2005), and more recent appearances as Ana Granados in La Esclava Blanca (2016) and in the Prime Video series (2022–2023). In 2024–2025, she starred in Rojo Carmesí on RCN and the upcoming Juzgados on Canal TRO, alongside the film Contrakorriente from Patagonia Films. Throughout her over two-decade career, Klauss has received nominations and awards, including a 2003 Premio Mara for Best Supporting Actress for La Venganza and a 2017 Premio ACA for Best Supporting Actress.

Early life

Family and upbringing

Natasha Klauss, born Natasha Alejandra Rastapkevicius Arrondo on June 25, 1975, in Cali, Colombia, was raised in a family of Uruguayan descent with Lithuanian and Russian roots. Her parents, Víctor Rastapkevicius and Susana Arrondo, were Uruguayan nationals who had settled in Colombia over 50 years ago. Her paternal grandparents had Lithuanian and Russian ancestry before the family emigrated to Uruguay. Shortly after her birth, Klauss's family relocated to , Atlántico, where she spent her formative years and developed a strong sense of local identity. As a , she discovered a profound passion for , which shaped her early interests and led her to enroll in specialized dance classes. This pursuit highlighted her artistic inclinations from a young age, though her family background emphasized resilience and , reflecting their immigrant heritage. Klauss later adopted the professional surname "Klauss," derived from her brother's second name, to simplify her complex Lithuanian surname Rastapkevicius for broader accessibility in her career. Her upbringing in fostered a connection to Colombian culture, despite her family's foreign origins, and she has often credited this environment for nurturing her early creative spirit.

Education and initial interests

Natasha Klauss developed a passion for dance during her childhood in , , where she began taking classes as part of her school activities and later pursued more advanced training at a local . Her dream was to become a professional ballerina, dedicating significant time to honing her skills in the discipline. However, one year before completing her ballet training, Klauss suffered a severe knee injury in a car accident, which required surgery and ultimately ended her aspirations in dance. Doctors advised her that continuing with would be impossible due to the extent of the damage, prompting a pivotal shift in her career path. Determined to pursue a creative profession, Klauss enrolled in acting studies at the prestigious Estudio XXI in , under the direction of maestro Paco Barrero. She further enhanced her skills through workshops on character creation with actress Victoria Hernández, marking the beginning of her formal training in the . This transition allowed her to channel her artistic interests into , leading to early participation in theater plays and her entry into the world of telenovelas.

Career

Early acting roles

Klauss began her career in the mid-1990s after a injury from a car accident ended her aspirations in professional , prompting her to pivot toward performance arts. She trained at the prestigious Estudio XXI school in under director Barrero, where she honed her skills through theater workshops and stage performances before transitioning to television. Her professional debut came in 1996 with supporting roles in two Colombian telenovelas: Prisioneros del Amor, where she portrayed in a story centered on themes of and captivity, and Señora Bonita, a family drama produced by that marked her initial on-screen appearances alongside established actors like Linda Lucía Callejas. That same year, Klauss appeared as Laura in Cazados, a series exploring crime and pursuit narratives, further building her experience in ensemble casts. By 1998, she took on the role of Julieta Muñoz in Corazón Prohibido, a romantic drama that delved into forbidden relationships, showcasing her versatility in emotional supporting parts. Klauss continued with minor yet notable roles into the early 2000s, including Amparito in La Caponera (1999–2000), a period piece about cockfighting culture and family intrigue produced by RTI Colombia, which highlighted her ability to embody resilient secondary characters. Her early television work, primarily in supporting capacities across these RCN and RTI productions, laid the groundwork for more prominent opportunities, emphasizing her growth from theater roots to serialized .

Breakthrough in telenovelas

Natasha Klauss achieved her breakthrough in the industry with her role as Sandra Guzmán in the 2002 Telemundo production La Venganza. In this series, she portrayed the loyal best friend of the protagonist, a complex character navigating themes of betrayal, love, and personal identity, including a groundbreaking depiction of a relationship at the time. The role was her first significant supporting part after earlier minor appearances, earning her critical notice for its emotional depth and authenticity. Building on this momentum, Klauss's performance propelled her to wider recognition and opened doors to lead roles. La Venganza, which aired from 2002 to 2003 and centered on a tale of vengeance following a tragic wedding incident, highlighted her versatility and helped establish her as an emerging talent in Colombian and international television. Her stardom truly exploded the following year with the lead role of Sara "Sarita" Elizondo in Pasión de Gavilanes, a 2003 Telemundo that became a global phenomenon. As one of three sisters from a wealthy family entangled in a web of romance, , and class conflict with the Reyes brothers, Klauss delivered a portrayal of resilience and passion that resonated deeply with viewers. The series, produced by RTI Colombia and aired across 188 episodes, achieved massive success, reaching audiences in over 120 and ranking among Telemundo's highest-rated programs of the era. This role not only showcased Klauss's range in handling intense dramatic arcs but also cemented her as a household name in Latin American entertainment, leading to subsequent opportunities in high-profile projects. exemplified the telenovela format's appeal through its blend of melodrama and cultural resonance, with Klauss's chemistry alongside co-stars like and contributing to its enduring legacy.

Recent projects

In recent years, Natasha Klauss has continued to build on her legacy with prominent roles in high-profile Colombian and international productions. Following , she starred in several notable telenovelas, including the antagonist Priscila in (2005), Berta Soto in Los Herederos del Monte (2011), and Virginia in La Esclava Blanca (2016). In 2020, she portrayed Judge Amalia in the series , a drama centered on anti-drug operations in , where her character contributed to the narrative's exploration of legal and ethical dilemmas in . Klauss reprised one of her most iconic roles in 2022 as Sara "Sarita" Elizondo in the second season of , the long-awaited sequel to the 2003 hit that aired on . The season, which reunited much of the original cast including and , delved into the grown-up lives of the Elizondo sisters amid new family conflicts and romances, drawing significant viewership across and the U.S. despite mixed critical reception for deviating from the original's intensity. That same year, she took on the role of in the series (2022–2024), produced by , which follows a group of middle-aged friends navigating life crises with humor and camaraderie; Klauss's performance as a supportive yet complex friend earned praise for adding emotional depth to the ensemble. Her most recent television appearance came in 2024 as Paulina Valencia in Rojo Carmesí, a Canal RCN that examines ambition, betrayal, and romance in the business world. Airing from April to August, the series featured Klauss in a central antagonistic role, highlighting her versatility in portraying multifaceted women driven by personal and professional stakes. In 2025, as of November, she is filming the series Juzgados for Canal TRO and starring in the film Contrakorriente, produced by Patagonia Films, which completed principal photography in September 2025.

Personal life

Marriages and relationships

Natasha Klauss was first married to Colombian Víctor Gómez in 2000. The couple welcomed their daughter, Isabel Gómez, in April 2000. Their marriage ended in divorce in 2001. In 2003, Klauss married Marcelo Greco, a businessman. The couple had a daughter, Paloma Greco, born in April 2009. They divorced in 2013. Following the divorce, Greco relocated to with their daughter Paloma, while , an adult by then, also resided there periodically. Klauss began a relationship with businessman Daniel Gómez in 2020, announcing their engagement that December. They married on June 17, 2022, marking her third marriage. The couple lived together in and the . In October 2025, Klauss publicly confirmed their separation, describing it as a deeply challenging experience that exacerbated her emotional distance from her daughters and led to a period of for anxiety and depression. She emphasized the separation's impact on her but noted ongoing healing.

Children and family challenges

Natasha Klauss has two daughters from her previous marriages. Her first child, Isabel Gómez Rastapkevicius, was born in April 2000 to her first husband, Víctor Gómez. Her second daughter, Paloma Greco, was born in April 2009 to her second husband, Marcelo Greco. Klauss's family life has been marked by several challenges stemming from her relationships and their impacts on her children. Her first marriage to Víctor Gómez, which produced Isabel, lasted only from 2000 to 2001 and ended in divorce, leaving her to navigate early motherhood as a single parent while building her acting career. The brevity of this union contributed to ongoing co-parenting dynamics that she has managed over the years. Her second marriage, to her first Marcelo Greco in 2003, presented significant familial and societal hurdles due to the consanguineous nature of their relationship. In a 2024 interview, Klauss detailed the opposition from members and the external judgments they encountered, which required them to confront cultural taboos and personal doubts to sustain their union. Despite consulting medical professionals—who assured her there were no health risks for having children—they faced scrutiny that tested their resolve, ultimately leading to the birth of Paloma but ending in in 2013. This period strained and influenced co-parenting arrangements for Paloma. More recently, Klauss's third marriage to Daniel Gómez in June 2022 ended in separation in 2025, exacerbating emotional and logistical challenges related to her daughters. The , coupled with a move to the , distanced her from Isabel and Paloma, who reside in primarily with Marcelo Greco, complicating her role as a mother during a time of personal upheaval. Klauss has openly shared experiencing profound grief, including persistent crying, anxiety, and depression, which prompted her to seek and return to in late 2025 to reconnect with her support network and prioritize her . She emphasized the guilt of being apart from her daughters during Paloma's and Isabel's young adulthood, viewing the separation as a catalyst for self-reconstruction amid multiple losses.

Filmography

Television

Natasha Klauss has built a prolific career in Colombian and international television, primarily through leading and supporting roles in telenovelas produced by networks like , , and . Beginning with minor appearances in the late , she gained prominence in the early with roles that showcased her versatility in dramatic and romantic narratives, often portraying strong-willed women navigating love, revenge, and family conflicts. Her work has contributed to the global popularity of Latin American soap operas, with several productions achieving high viewership in over 100 countries. Klauss's breakthrough in television came with her role as Sandra Guzmán in the La Venganza (2002), where she portrayed a complex character in a story of intrigue and betrayal, earning critical notice for her emotional depth. This was followed by her iconic performance as Sara "Sarita" Elizondo in (2003–2004), a revenge-driven drama that became a cultural phenomenon, airing in multiple languages and solidifying her status as a star opposite actors like and . The series' success, with over 200 episodes, highlighted her ability to embody resilient protagonists in high-stakes family sagas. She reprised the role in the 2022 sequel series. In the mid-2000s, Klauss starred as Luzmila Arrebato in (2004–2005), a thriller involving identity swaps and redemption, which further expanded her fanbase across . She then took on the antagonist role of Isabella Montilla in (2005–2006), a romantic adventure set against Colombia's coastal landscapes, where her character grapples with forbidden love and divides; the production was noted for its lush and her chemistry with co-star . For this performance, she won a Premio TVyNovelas for Best Antagonist Actress. Transitioning to , she played the nun Sor Ana Camila Suplicios in Telemundo's (2007), a lavish blending action, romance, and swashbuckling elements, which aired internationally and featured her in a pivotal supporting arc. Klauss continued her television presence into the with diverse roles, including Berta Soto in (2011), a family drama centered on and secrets among siblings, where she portrayed a cunning . In 2016, she appeared as Ana Granados in the La Esclava Blanca. In the biographical series Surviving Escobar: Alias JJ (2017), she depicted Ana María Solozábal, a figure in the narco-trafficking world inspired by real events, adding a layer of gritty realism to her repertoire. Her later works include a recurring role as a judge in the legal drama La Ley del Corazón (2016–2019), which explored ethical dilemmas in the justice system, and Emma in the historical epic Bolívar (2019), portraying a key figure in Simón Bolívar's life amid South America's independence struggles. More recently, she appeared as Amalia in the action-thriller (2020), tackling themes of drug wars and military operations. She starred as Juliana in the Prime Video comedy series (2022–present) and as Paulina Valencia in Rojo Carmesí (2024) on . She is set to appear in the upcoming series Juzgados (2025) on Canal TRO. Throughout her career, Klauss has also made guest appearances in anthology series like (2005–2011), embodying various characters in short-form stories of moral choices.
Year(s)TitleRoleNetwork/Notes
2002La VenganzaSandra GuzmánCaracol Televisión; Supporting role in revenge telenovela.
2003–2004Pasión de GavilanesSara "Sarita" ElizondoCaracol Televisión; Lead role in international hit.
2004–2005La Mujer en el EspejoLuzmila ArrebatoCaracol Televisión; Dual identity thriller.
2005–2006La TormentaIsabella MontillaCaracol Televisión; Antagonist role; won Premio TVyNovelas for Best Antagonist Actress.
2007Zorro: La Espada y la RosaSor Ana Camila SupliciosTelemundo; Historical adventure series.
2011Los Herederos del MonteBerta SotoTelemundo; Family intrigue drama.
2016La Esclava BlancaAna GranadosTelemundo; Historical drama.
2016–2019La Ley del CorazónJudgeRCN Televisión; Recurring in legal series.
2017Surviving Escobar: Alias JJAna María SolozábalNetflix/Caracol; Biographical crime drama.
2019BolívarEmmaCaracol Televisión; Historical biopic.
2020Operación PacíficoAmaliaCaracol Televisión; Military thriller.
2022Pasión de GavilanesSara "Sarita" ElizondoCaracol Televisión; Reprise in sequel series.
2022–presentPrimateJulianaPrime Video; Comedy series.
2024Rojo CarmesíPaulina ValenciaRCN Televisión; Lead role.
2025JuzgadosTBACanal TRO; Upcoming legal series.

Film and other media

Natasha Klauss has appeared in one to date. In 2025, she starred as Esperanza in Contrakorriente, a production by Films. Although primarily recognized for her extensive work in television, Natasha Klauss has also explored theater, demonstrating her range in live performances. In 2016, she starred in the Colombian adaptation of the Argentine Bajo Terapia, directed by Juan Ángel Pons, at the Teatro Astor Plaza in . Klauss portrayed Paula, one of three wives in a group therapy session that humorously dissects marital conflicts, infidelity, and communication breakdowns among the couples. The production, which ran for several months, was praised for its sharp wit and relatable portrayal of relationship dynamics, drawing audiences with its blend of laughter and introspection. In 2019, Klauss appeared in the play Dos menos uno, cero, a production centered on a recently separated couple navigating the emotional aftermath of their breakup. The work highlighted themes of post-divorce adjustment and personal reinvention, allowing Klauss to delve into intimate, character-driven on stage. This role further underscored her commitment to theater as a medium for exploring complex human relationships beyond the constraints of scripted television formats.

Awards and nominations

Major wins

Klauss's major awards include the 2003 Premio Mara for Best Co-starring Actress for her role as Sandra Guzmán in La Venganza, a production where she portrayed a complex, multifaceted character navigating themes of revenge and identity, earning acclaim for her emotional depth and versatility early in her career. She also won two prestigious , Colombia's leading honors for television excellence, recognizing her standout performances in telenovelas. In 2004, she won the award for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Sandra Guzmán in La Venganza. In 2006, Klauss received the TVyNovelas for Best Antagonist Actress for her portrayal of Isabella Montilla in La Tormenta, a RTI-Telemundo that highlighted her ability to embody a cunning and ruthless villain, contributing significantly to the series' success and international appeal. This win underscored her prowess in antagonistic roles, a hallmark of her career that often stole scenes and drove narrative tension. Additionally, in , she won the Premio ACA 15 Minutos for Best Supporting Actress for her role as in Alias J.J., a series where she delivered a compelling performance as a resilient figure in a story of and . These accolades, presented by various prestigious bodies, cemented Klauss's status as a leading figure in Colombian telenovelas, with each victory reflecting her impact on high-rated productions that reached audiences across .

Nominations

Natasha Klauss has earned multiple nominations throughout her career, recognizing her versatile portrayals in telenovelas and series, particularly from prestigious Colombian television awards like the TVyNovelas and ceremonies. These accolades highlight her ability to embody complex characters, from supportive roles to antagonists, contributing to her reputation as a prominent figure in Latin American . Her nominations often stem from standout performances in high-profile productions by networks such as and . While she has secured major wins in other categories (detailed separately), these nominations underscore the critical acclaim for her supporting and antagonistic roles.
YearAwardCategoryWorkSource
2012Premios India CatalinaMejor Actriz Protagónica de Serie o MiniserieConfidencial (as Ángela)
2014Mejor Actriz de Reparto de TelenovelaMentiras perfectas (as Alicia María Rivera)
2018Actriz Antagónica de Telenovela o SerieHermanos y hermanas

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