Colombian actors who deceased in 2013

Here are 2 famous actors from Colombia died in 2013:

Leandro Díaz

Leandro Díaz (February 20, 1928 Hatonuevo-June 22, 2013 Valledupar) also known as Leandro José Díaz Duarte was a Colombian composer, actor and film score composer.

He is considered one of the most important composers of vallenato music in Colombia. Díaz began his music career in the 1950s and was known for his ability to blend traditional vallenato with other styles such as bolero and tango. He wrote more than 350 songs, including some of the most iconic songs in Colombian music, such as "La Hamaca Grande" and "Mi Muchacho". In addition to his music career, Díaz also had a successful acting career, appearing in several Colombian films and television shows. He was also a respected film score composer, composing music for numerous Colombian films. Díaz was honored with many awards throughout his career, including the Order of Cultural Merit from the Colombian government. He passed away in Valledupar in 2013, leaving behind a rich legacy in Colombian music and culture.

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Evaristo Márquez

Evaristo Márquez (August 23, 1939 San Basilio de Palenque-June 15, 2013 Cartagena) also known as Evaristo Marquez was a Colombian actor.

He graduated from the National Theater of Colombia and began his acting career in the 1960s. He became popular in the 1980s for his roles in telenovelas, including Café con aroma de mujer, La casa de las dos palmas, and La potra zaina. Marquez also appeared in films such as Tiempo de morir and TV series such as Las memorias del agua. He was considered one of the most important actors in Colombian television, and was recognized for his contributions to the industry with numerous awards throughout his career. Marquez's legacy lives on through his memorable performances and influence on Colombian entertainment.

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