Who is Gustavo Gaviria in Narcos?

Pablo's cousin · Medellín cartel

Gustavo Gaviria (Pablo's cousin) is a character in Narcos, part of Medellín cartel. Pablo's cousin and partner — the quiet business brain behind the empire.

When does Gustavo Gaviria first appear?

Gustavo Gaviria first appears in Season 1, Episode 1 (“Descenso”) of Narcos (2015–2017, Netflix).

Who is Gustavo Gaviria connected to?

Relationships already established when Gustavo Gaviria first appears — nothing from later episodes.

• Pablo Escobar — Cousins & partners

Which group does Gustavo Gaviria belong to?

By the time Gustavo Gaviria appears, Medellín cartel also includes Pablo Escobar, José Rodríguez Gacha.

Who else is introduced in this episode?

• Pablo Escobar — El Patrón
• José Rodríguez Gacha — El Mexicano
• Tata Escobar — Pablo's wife
• Steve Murphy — DEA agent
• Javier Peña — DEA agent

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