Mexican actors who deceased in 2008
Here are 5 famous actors from Mexico died in 2008:
Bill Melendez
Bill Melendez (November 15, 1916 Hermosillo-September 2, 2008 Santa Monica) also known as José Cuauhtémoc "Bill" Meléndez, Bill, José Cuauhtémoc Meléndez, José Cuauhtémoc Melendez, C. Melendez, J.C. Melendez or José Cuauhtemoc Melendez was a Mexican animator, film director, voice actor, television director, television producer, actor and writer. He had two children, Steven C. Melendez and Rodrigo Cuauhtémoc.
Melendez was best known for his work as an animator on the Peanuts television specials and films, including A Charlie Brown Christmas and It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown. He began working with Peanuts creator Charles M. Schulz in the 1950s, and continued to collaborate with him until Schulz's death in 2000. Melendez also provided the voice of Snoopy in many of the Peanuts productions. In addition to his work on Peanuts, Melendez directed and produced numerous other animated TV specials, and worked on several feature films, including The Lion King and The Little Mermaid. He was a recipient of the Winsor McCay Award, the highest honor in the animation industry.
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Miguel Galván
Miguel Galván (October 13, 1957 Juan Aldama-April 14, 2008 Mexico City) otherwise known as Miguel Galvan or Miguel Eduardo Galván Meza was a Mexican actor and comedian.
He began his career in the 1980s and became well-known for his appearances in popular films and television series in Mexico. Galván was also a successful voice actor and lent his voice to several animated shows and movies. He was particularly known for his ability to play a variety of comedic roles, often showcasing his talent for physical comedy. In addition to his acting work, Galván also directed several productions in theater and film. He was highly respected in the industry for his versatility and dedication to his craft. Galván sadly passed away in 2008 at the age of 50 from heart failure.
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Alejandro Aura
Alejandro Aura (March 2, 1944 Mexico City-July 30, 2008 Madrid) was a Mexican writer, essayist, poet, actor and playwright. He had five children, Cecilia Aura Cross, Pablo Aura, Juan Aura, María Aura and María Aura.
Aura was known for his avant-garde style, which explored the boundaries of language, sexuality, and spirituality. He was a self-taught writer who went on to become one of Mexico’s most celebrated and admired literary figures. After publishing his first book of poetry, “El Umbral”, in 1965, Aura wrote extensively in different genres, including novels, plays, and essays.
Some of his most notable works include “Fiebre de Nueva York” (New York Fever), an experimental novella that explores the life of a group of Bohemian artists and intellectuals living in Greenwich Village during the 1960s; “La Noche” (The Night), a play that deals with themes of death, love, and desire; and “El Inocente” (The Innocent), a novel that critiques the hypocrisy and corruption of Mexican politics.
As well as being a prolific writer, Aura was also an accomplished actor and dramatist. He acted in numerous films and television shows, and his plays were produced on stages across Mexico and Latin America. Aura’s career was marked by a deep commitment to social justice and the search for human connection, which is evident in much of his writing.
He died in Madrid in 2008 at the age of 64.
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Robert Graham
Robert Graham (August 19, 1938 Mexico City-December 27, 2008 Santa Monica) also known as Robert Graham Jr. was a Mexican sculptor and actor. His child is called Steven Graham.
Robert Graham was best known for his monumental bronze sculptures that often depicted the human form in a dynamic and sinuous manner. His works have been exhibited in many prestigious museums and galleries worldwide including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Whitney Museum of American Art, and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
In addition to his prolific career as a sculptor, Graham also dabbled in acting, making appearances in several films and television shows including "The Great White Hope" and "Six Feet Under".
Throughout his career, Graham received numerous accolades and awards, including the National Medal of Arts in 2009, which was awarded posthumously after his passing in late 2008. Despite his international success, Graham remained committed to his roots in Mexico and was a frequent visitor to his childhood hometown of Mexico City.
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Miguel Córcega
Miguel Córcega (October 29, 1929 Mexico City-September 29, 2008 Mexico City) was a Mexican actor and television director. His children are called Bárbara Córcega, Miguel Córcega, Jr. and Mónica Córcega.
Córcega began his acting career in the early 1950s and went on to appear in over 30 films, including El ángel exterminador (1962), La mujer de todos (1960) and La joven (1960). He also directed more than 50 telenovelas, including the popular Mexican soap opera "Mi pequeña traviesa" (1997-1998). In addition to his work in film and television, Córcega was also a respected theater actor, and appeared in numerous stage productions throughout his career. He passed away in 2008 at the age of 78, leaving behind a legacy as one of Mexico's most beloved entertainers.
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