In 2018, the birth of Virginia and Catalina, the first-ever albino twins in Argentina, captivated social media. Jorge Gomez, their father, shared the joy of expecting twin girls, emphasizing that their albinism brought no change to their happiness. Born prematurely at 36 weeks, the girls, with milky white hair, weighed 5.95 lbs and 5.5 lbs, becoming an instant sensation. Albinism, a rare genetic disorder, results in a lack of pigmentation in the skin, leading to white or blonde hair. Despite their unique condition, Gomez feels blessed and stresses the need for precautions due to their sensitivity to UV rays.

He explains, “The girls are extremely sensitive to UV rays, which affect their skin and can cause sunburn and even cancer in a worst-case scenario.” Now at four years old, the twins, while requiring extra care, continue to grow beautifully. Their story highlights the rareness of albinism in Argentina, sparking widespread fascination and admiration.