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Argentine Influencer Agostina Páez Under House Arrest in Brazil Following Racism Allegations
Argentine influencer Agostina Páez is currently under house arrest in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, following allegations of racist behavior and a subsequent incident where she reported a perceived threat to her safety. The case has drawn attention from argentine consular officials and her legal team, who argue the measures taken against her are excessive.
Background: Racism Allegations and Initial Incident
On January 14, 2026, a video surfaced showing Páez, an attorney and influencer from Santiago del Estero, allegedly making racist gestures mimicking a monkey towards employees at a bar in Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro Infobae. Páez defended her actions, claiming the incident occurred after she and her friends were allegedly threatened and inappropriately touched by bar staff after a dispute over an unpaid bill Infobae.
Reported Home Invasion and Fear for Safety
On Monday, January 19, 2026, Páez reported that three individuals posing as Brazilian police officers invaded her apartment while she was out buying groceries. upon her return,