# Valentina Pergolini Popstars Argentina participation > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/valentina-pergolini-popstars-argentina-participation > Updated: 2026-08-27T13:16:00.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 2. Valentina Pergolini, the 20-year-old daughter of Argentine producer Mario Pergolini, participated in the reality competition ‘Popstars Argentina’. After passing virtual casting stages, she joined approximately 3,000 contestants for in-person auditions at Parque Roca, where she was selected to continue in the competition after performing a rendition of ‘...Baby One More Time’. Shortly after advancing to the third stage of the casting process, Pergolini withdrew from the program. Despite receiving praise from judges such as Nicki Nicole and Charlie García, she stated her departure was necessary to prioritize other professional opportunities, with reports linking the decision to a role in the production ‘En el Barro’. Her exit prompted public debate regarding ‘nepo babies’ in the industry. Influencer Sofía ‘La Reini’ Gonet criticized the decision, noting the contrast between Pergolini’s departure and the experiences of other contestants. Mario Pergolini addressed the matter on his program, stating he was not informed of her participation in advance and denied any involvement in securing her spot. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-27: Valentina Pergolini leaves Popstars reality show Valentina Pergolini, daughter of Mario Pergolini, has left the reality show Popstars to pursue other acting and singing projects, sparking debate over nepotism in the entertainment industry. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/valentina-pergolini-withdraws-from-popstars-reality-show ### 2026-08-25: Valentina Pergolini advances in Popstars Argentina audition Valentina Pergolini, daughter of Mario Pergolini, successfully auditioned for the new season of ‘Popstars Argentina’ after performing a Britney Spears classic a cappella. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/valentina-pergolini-advances-in-popstars-argentina-audition --- Cite as: Valentina Pergolini Popstars Argentina participation. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/valentina-pergolini-popstars-argentina-participation