Top Chef VIP takes the basic premise of best chef, And adds the twist of global celebrities as the culinary contestants – and these are the featured cooks for season 3. Premiering on Telemundo, the show features a grand prize of $200,000, adding high stakes to the already intense kitchen battles. Hosted by popular Colombian actress Carmen Villalobos, the show also includes expert judges like Antonio de Livier, who ensure that the celebrities are judged on their cooking abilities, not just their star power.
The third season of Top Chef VIPWhich debuted in May 2024, features a wide range of contestants, from veteran actors to musicians and content creators. The competition format is both exciting and rigorous, pushing the celebrity contestants beyond their comfort zones. As they compete in a series of challenges that test their creativity, technical skills and ability to handle pressure, the audience sees new sides of their favorite stars. The mix of culinary expertise and celebrity appeal has helped create Top Chef VIP A fan favorite in the realm of cooking shows.
Name |
Role |
Age |
hometown |
Claim to fame |
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Carmen Villobos |
Host |
40 |
Barranquilla, Colombia |
Actress |
Antonio de Livier |
Judge |
N/A |
Mexico |
Chief |
Carolina Tejera |
Contestant |
47 |
Venezuela |
Telenovela actress |
Daniela Castro |
Contestant |
54 |
Mexico City, Mexico |
Actress and singer |
Donka Castro |
Contestant |
29 |
Mexico City, Mexico |
Content creator |
Gary Centeno |
Contestant |
36 |
Mexico |
Actor |
Jason Romo |
Contestant |
28 |
Mexico |
Telenovela actor |
José MarÃa Galeano |
Contestant |
44 |
Spain |
Actor |
Mariana Bottas |
Contestant |
34 |
Mexico City, Mexico |
Actress |
Mark Thatcher |
Contestant |
46 |
Mexico City, Mexico |
Actor and TV host |
Natalia Juarez |
Contestant |
28 |
Mexico |
Actress and digital creator |
Polo Morin |
Contestant |
32 |
Celaya, Mexico |
Actor |
José Luis “El Puma” RodrÃguez |
Contestant |
81 |
Venezuela |
Musician and actor |
Patricia Navidad |
Contestant |
50 |
Mexico |
Actress and singer |
Diana Reyes |
Contestant |
43 |
Mexico |
Singer |
Carmen Villalobos (40)
Actress
Carmen Villalobos, a Colombian actress best known for her roles in sin cenos sà hi paraÃso And El Señor de los CielosServes as the host for Top Chef VIP Season 3. Her presence adds charm and professionalism to the series, guiding the celebrity contestants through their culinary challenges.
Antonio de Livier
Chief
Antonio de Livier returns as a judge for Top Chef VIP. De Livier, known for his culinary expertise and being a prominent figure in Mexican gastronomy, brings a critical eye to the contestants’ dishes, ensuring they meet high culinary standards.
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Carolina Tejera (47)
Telenovela actress
Carolina Tejera, a Venezuelan actress, is known for her roles in popular telenovelas like Carissima And Fearless heart. On Top Chef VIPCarolina takes on a different kind of challenge, with her scripts for cooking utensils.
Daniela Castro (54)
Actress and singer
Mexican actress and singer Daniela Castro is known for her roles in load of debt And Cadenas de Amargura. On Top Chef VIPDaniela shows off her cooking abilities, proving that her talents go beyond the screen.
Donka Castro (29)
Content creator
Danka Castro, a creator and actress of digital content, gained popularity through her role in What happens to my family? She joins the competition with over 220,000 Instagram followers, bringing her online influence to the kitchen.
Gary Centeno (36)
Actor
Gary Centeno, known for his appearances in Survivor Mexico And telenovelas like The house of flowersAdds another reality show to his resume with Top Chef VIP. Centeno is no stranger to competition and brings his determination to the culinary stage.
Jason Romo (28)
Telenovela actor
Jason Romo is best known for his role in Los Elegidos. The 28-year-old telenovela star is ready to prove his skills in the kitchen, competing fiercely to be crowned the winner of Top Chef VIP.
José MarÃa Galeano (44)
Actor
José MarÃa Galeano, a Spanish actor best known for his role in Don’t leave DiosBrings his dramatic plan Top Chef VIP. With his acting career in Spain and Latin America, José is eager to take on culinary challenges.
Mariana Bottas (34)
Actress
Mexican actress Mariana Botas, famous for her roles in Una Familia de Diez And DiableroTrades in the spotlight for the kitchen on Top Chef VIP. Known for her bubbly personality, Mariana is determined to make a name for herself in the culinary world.
Mark Thatcher (46)
Actor and TV host
Mark Thatcher is a well-known actor and television host from Mexico. with appearances in El Señor de los Cielos And as a former host of NintendomaniaThatcher steps into the kitchen to test his culinary prowess.
Natalia Juárez (28)
Actress and digital creator
Natalia Juárez, a Mexican actress and digital content creator, is famous for her Instagram reels and acting roles in I do know. With a large online following, Natalia is ready to add cooking to her list of skills.
Polo Morin (32)
Actor
Polo MorÃn, known for his roles in Who killed Sarah? And Gossip Girl Acapulcocompete in Top Chef VIP To prove that his talents go beyond acting. His determination and competitive spirit make him a strong contender.
José Luis “El Puma” RodrÃguez (81)
Musician and actor
As one of the oldest contestants, José Luis “El Puma” RodrÃguez is a legendary Venezuelan musician and actor. With over 70 studio albums to his name, RodrÃguez brings decades of experience to the show, making him a beloved figure on Top Chef VIP.
Patricia Navidad (50)
Actress and singer
Patricia Navidad, a Mexican actress and singer, has been a prominent figure in Latin American entertainment since the 1990s. On Top Chef VIPShe showcases her competitive edge and also brings her lively personality to the kitchen.
Diana Reyes (43)
Singer
Diana Reyes is a Mexican singer known for her ranchera music, with many gold-certified albums. She joins in Top Chef VIP While on a break from her musical career, hoping to shine in a new realm – cooking.
Top Chef is a reality competition series in which aspiring chefs from around the world compete in various cooking challenges. The show, hosted by Padma Lakshmi, features a rotating panel of judges who evaluate the contestants’ creations, ultimately deciding who is eliminated each week. The show has received multiple awards and nominations, highlighting its impact on both the culinary world and reality television.
- Figure
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Tom Colicchio, Padma Lakshmi, Gail Simmons, Richard Blaze, Casey Thompson, Emeril Lagasse, Kristen Kish, Hugh Acheson
- Release date
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February 15, 2006
- Seasons
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22