Discover the depth and diversity of Argentinian creativity and influence through a selection of notable authors and public figures. Spanning generations and regions, these voices include novelists and poets, philosophers and essayists, visual artists and filmmakers, journalists and musicians, as well as civic leaders, educators, and human rights advocates. Their works and actions illuminate the country’s complex history, bold ideas, and enduring cultural vitality, inviting readers to explore perspectives shaped by migration, memory, innovation, and a distinctive blend of local traditions and global connections.
View all Quotes from Argentinian authorsAuthor | Profession | Quotes | Year | |
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Berenice Bejo | Actress | 17 | 1976 | |
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Che Guevara | Revolutionary | 7 | 1928 - 1967 |
Daniel Barenboim | Musician | 9 | 1942 | |
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Diego Maradona | Athlete | 30 | 1960 |
Evita Peron | Statesman | 22 | 1919 - 1952 | |
Gabriela Sabatini | Athlete | 31 | 1970 | |
Jorge Luis Borges | Poet | 31 | 1899 - 1986 | |
Juan Manuel Fangio | Celebrity | 8 | 1911 - 1995 | |
Julio Cortazar | Writer | 6 | 1914 - 1984 | |
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Lionel Messi | Athlete | 10 | 1987 |
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Luis Palau | Clergyman | 6 | 1934 - 2021 |
Manuel Puig | Author | 49 | 1932 - 1990 | |
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Mia Maestro | Actress | 14 | 1978 |
Nestor Kirchner | Statesman | 6 | 1950 | |
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Pope Francis | Pope | 10 | 1936 |