Bárbara's Bio

Bárbara Padilla is an award winning soprano that became a household name when she received outstanding reviews for her unforgettable performances on “America’s Got Talent (AGT),” achieving First Runner Up.

AGT judge, Piers Morgan stated that Bárbara’s performance was “The single greatest vocal performance we’ve ever had on America’s Got Talent...”

Ever since America’s Got Talent, Bárbara has enjoyed years of success performing with multi-Grammy Award-winning professionals such as David Foster, Juan Gabriel, Raul Di Blasio, Fernando De La Mora, Chris Botti and many more. Bárbara toured with Juan Gabriel as his featured soloist for the last two years of his life.

Bárbara is originally from Guadalajara, Mexico and is a cancer survivor; stage four Hodgkin’s disease. She regularly gives her life testimony at speaking engagements and performs at cancer fundraiser events. Bárbara earned an undergraduate degree from the University of Guadalajara and masters degree from the University of Houston Moores School of Music.

Bárbara continues to perform with prestigious symphonies and top music industry elite. She gives motivational speaking conferences and appears regularly on a variety of programs via TV, radio, podcasts, and live on stage.

For booking information please reach out to management@barbarapadilla.com

Bárbara's Story

America's Got Talent

Juan Gabriel, friend and mentor

Juan Gabriel was the most prolific Mexican singer/songwriter to ever grace the musical landscape. With over 40 million records sold worldwide, numerous Songs of the Year, Latin Grammy Awards, Billboard Latin Music Awards and more accolades than I can list on this page, many called him a musical giant, others a legend. I called him my friend. I had the great privilege of touring with him the last two years of his life. During my time with this giant I learned more about performing on stage than all my years of university and masters degrees combined. One of the most beautiful gifts he gave me was to write me a song, No Tengas Miedo. I will cherish this wonderful gift along with all the unforgettable memories, from performing with him at sold out stadium concerts to intimate diner conversations at his home. Thank you Maestro for your music, your artistry, and most of all your kind friendship. As long as God grants me a voice to sing, I will sing Juan Gabriel's songs.