Mexican actors who deceased in 2010
Here are 4 famous actors from Mexico died in 2010:
Carlos Monsiváis
Carlos Monsiváis (May 4, 1938 Mexico City-June 19, 2010 Mexico City) otherwise known as Carlos Monsivais or Carlos Monsiváis Aceves was a Mexican writer, journalist and actor.
He was known for his prolific works on Mexican popular culture, politics, and social issues. Monsiváis was an outspoken activist and advocated for human rights, particularly for marginalized communities, including women and the LGBTQ+ community.
Aside from his written works, Monsiváis also acted in several films and TV shows, including the Mexican film "Calzonzin Inspector" and the telenovela "Simplemente María." He was also a frequent commentator on Mexican radio and television programs.
Monsiváis received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to Mexican literature and culture, including the National Journalism Award in 1978 and the National University Cultural Award in 2006. He is remembered as a valuable voice in Mexican public discourse and an important figure in Mexican cultural history.
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Joaquín Capilla
Joaquín Capilla (December 23, 1928 Mexico City-May 8, 2010 Mexico City) also known as Joaquin Capilla Perez or Joaquin Capilla was a Mexican diver and actor.
Capilla was one of Mexico's most successful Olympians, having won a total of four Olympic medals in diving, including one gold in the 10 meter platform event at the 1956 Summer Olympics in Melbourne, Australia. He also won a silver medal in the same event at the 1952 Summer Olympics in Helsinki, Finland, and two bronze medals in the 3 meter springboard event at the 1948 Summer Olympics in London, England, and the 1956 Summer Olympics in Melbourne.
Capilla was also a successful actor in Mexico, appearing in several films and television shows throughout his career. He began his acting career in the 1950s, and appeared in films such as "Two Against the World" and "The Masked Angel". He continued acting into the 1970s, and made his last appearance on screen in the 1981 film "The Last Escape".
Outside of diving and acting, Capilla was also an accomplished businessman, and owned several successful businesses in Mexico City. He was known for his philanthropic work, and established a foundation to promote sports in Mexico. Capilla passed away on May 8, 2010 at the age of 81 in Mexico City.
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Rodolfo de Anda
Rodolfo de Anda (July 6, 1943 Mexico City-February 1, 2010 Aguascalientes) a.k.a. Rodolfo De Anda, Rodolfo de Anda S., Clint Warner or el niño Rodolfo de Anda was a Mexican actor, film director, screenwriter and film producer.
He was born into the film industry, as his father was a well-known Mexican filmmaker. Rodolfo de Anda began his career as a child actor and quickly rose to prominence in the 1960s and 70s as a leading man in Mexican cinema. He appeared in over 150 films, including popular titles such as "Que Familia Tan Cotorra," "El Lobo Solitario y Su Pandilla," and "La Muerte Enamorada."
In addition to acting, de Anda also worked behind the scenes, directing and producing films, and even writing scripts. He received critical acclaim for his work behind the camera on films such as "La Muerte en Bikini" and "Murió el Otoño."
De Anda was known for his rugged good looks, charisma and talent, and he was a popular figure in Mexican cinema for decades. He was often compared to Hollywood actor Clint Eastwood, who he resembled both physically and in his screen persona.
Rodolfo de Anda passed away in 2010 at the age of 66 in Aguascalientes, Mexico. His contributions to Mexican cinema will always be remembered by his fans around the world.
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Claudio Obregón
Claudio Obregón (July 11, 1935 San Luis Potosí-November 13, 2010 Mexico City) also known as Claudio Obregon was a Mexican actor. He had two children, Claudio Obregon and Gerardo Obregon.
Claudio Obregón began his acting career in the late 1950s and appeared in numerous films and television shows throughout his career. Some of his most notable film roles include "Cuando los hijos se van" (1955), "El monasterio de los buitres" (1973), and "Romancing the Stone" (1984). In addition to his acting work, Obregón was also a respected theater director and producer. He was a founder of the Centro Cultural Arte Contemporaneo in Mexico City and was instrumental in promoting Mexican theater and culture. Obregón received numerous awards for his contributions to Mexican arts and culture, including the National Theater Prize in 2004. He passed away in 2010 at the age of 75.
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