Spanish movie actors born in the year 1927
Here are 9 famous actors from Spain were born in 1927:
Luis Barboo
Luis Barboo (March 20, 1927 Vigo-September 30, 2001 Madrid) a.k.a. Luis Baar-Boo, Luis Bar-Boo, Luis Bar Beo, Louis Bar Boo, Lee Wills or Luis Bar Boo was a Spanish actor.
He was known for his versatile performances in both Spanish and international films. Barboo acted in over 200 films and television shows throughout his career spanning over four decades. He worked with renowned directors like Luis Buñuel, Sergio Leone, and Pedro Almodóvar. He was particularly well-known for his roles in "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly," "El Topo," and "The Spirit of the Beehive." In addition to his acting career, Barboo was also a translator and dubbing artist, lending his voice to characters in Spanish versions of foreign films. He passed away in Madrid in 2001 at the age of 74.
Jose Luis Merino
Jose Luis Merino (June 10, 1927 Madrid-) otherwise known as Joseph Marvin, J.L. Merino Boves, José Luis Merino or José Luis Merino Boves is a Spanish actor, film director, screenwriter and film producer.
Merino began his career in the Spanish film industry in the 1950s, working as an assistant director for several films. He eventually transitioned to acting and appeared in several films in the 1960s and 1970s. In the 1970s, he also began directing films and continued to do so throughout the 1980s and 1990s.
Merino is perhaps best known for his work in the Spaghetti Western genre, with films such as "Monta in sella, figura di merda" (1972) and "Il mio nome è Shanghai Joe" (1973). He also directed the horror film "La orgía de los muertos" (1973) and the action film "El lobo negro" (1981).
In addition to his work in the film industry, Merino was also involved in politics. He served as a member of the Spanish Parliament in the 1980s and later joined the far-right party National Democracy.
Pedro Beltrán
Pedro Beltrán (April 20, 1927 Cartagena, Spain-March 9, 2007 Madrid) also known as Perico Beltrán, Pedro Beltran or Pedro Beltrán Rentero was a Spanish screenwriter and actor.
Beltrán moved to Madrid in 1947 to pursue his career in the entertainment industry. He started working in theaters and eventually transitioned to film and television. Beltrán wrote screenplays for several Spanish films including "A las cinco de la tarde" (At five in the afternoon), "La chica del gato" (The cat's girl), and "Sor Citroen" (Sister Citroen).
Aside from screenwriting, Beltrán also appeared in numerous films and TV shows as an actor. He even won the Best Supporting Actor award at the San Sebastian International Film Festival for his role in the 1987 film "Moros y Cristianos" (Moors and Christians).
Beltrán was also an accomplished stage actor and director, producing and directing plays in Spain and Latin America. His legacy as one of Spain's most celebrated actors and writers still lives on today.
Miguel Picazo
Miguel Picazo (March 27, 1927 Cazorla-) also known as Miguel Picazo Dios is a Spanish film director, screenwriter, actor, television director and teacher.
Picazo was born in Cazorla, a town in the province of Jaén, Spain. He began his career in the film industry in the 1950s, working as an assistant director for prominent Spanish directors such as Luis García Berlanga and Juan Antonio Bardem. In 1963, he directed his first feature film, "La Tía Tula", which won critical acclaim and established him as one of the most promising young directors in Spain.
Over the next several decades, Picazo directed and wrote numerous films, including "El Poderoso influjo de la Luna" (1980) and "Cuentos eróticos" (1980). He also directed and acted in several television series, including "Farmacia de Guardia" and "Acusados".
In addition to his work as a filmmaker, Picazo was a well-respected educator. He taught at the Escuela Oficial de Cinematografía and the University of Navarra, and was a founding member of the Madrid Film Academy.
Picazo was recognized for his contributions to Spanish cinema with numerous awards throughout his career, including the National Film Award for Best Director in 1980. He passed away on November 24, 2016, at the age of 89.
Germán Cobos
Germán Cobos (July 7, 1927 Seville-) otherwise known as Germán Sánchez Hernández-Cobos, Herry Cobb, German Cobos, Kh. Kobos or George Gordon is a Spanish actor.
Known for his versatile acting skills, Germán Cobos has acted in over 40 movies and numerous television shows. He began his acting career in the 1950s and became a prominent figure in Spanish cinema during the 1960s and 70s. He is known for his performances in films such as "The Executioner" (1963), "That Man in Istanbul" (1965), and "Count Dracula" (1970).
Apart from acting, Cobos also worked as a screenwriter, director, and theater actor. He wrote the screenplay for "De Profundis" (1974) and directed "La Endemoniada" (1975). He was also a member of the Royal Spanish Academy of Dramatic Art and taught at the Escuela de Cinematografía y del Audiovisual de la Comunidad de Madrid.
Cobos was awarded numerous prizes for his contributions to Spanish cinema, including the Spanish National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor in 1987, and the Gold Medal for Fine Arts in 2006. Today, Cobos is remembered as a legendary figure in Spanish cinema and his work is studied by aspiring actors and filmmakers.
Joan Dalmau
Joan Dalmau (February 19, 1927 Montcada i Reixac-February 5, 2013 Coria del Río) also known as Juan Dalmau or Joan Dalmau Comas was a Spanish actor.
He began his acting career in the 1950s and worked extensively in theater, film, and television. Dalmau was known for his versatile acting skills and played a range of characters over the course of his career. He appeared in many popular Spanish films, including "The White Sheik" (1952), "Luna de Verano" (1982), and "The Dancer and the Thief" (2009). He also appeared in several television series, such as "Verano Azul" (1981) and "Farmacia de guardia" (1991). In addition to his acting work, Dalmau was a well-respected theater director who directed many plays over the years. His contributions to Spanish acting and theater continue to be recognized today.
Juan Velilla
Juan Velilla (March 30, 1927 Reus-) also known as Joan Velilla or Joan Velilla i Alcaraz is a Spanish actor.
Juan Velilla started his career as an actor in the 1950s, appearing in various theater productions in Catalonia. He later moved to Madrid and began working in the film industry. Throughout his career, Velilla appeared in over 100 films, often playing supporting roles. Some of his notable performances include "The Executioner" (1963), "The Spirit of the Beehive" (1973), and "Airbag" (1997).
In addition to his work in film and theater, Velilla also made appearances on television shows and participated in dubbing projects. He was awarded the Medal of Merit in Fine Arts in 2007 for his contributions to Spanish culture.
Pepín Salvador
Pepín Salvador (January 2, 1927 Valencia-September 24, 2004 Madrid) also known as José Salvador was a Spanish actor.
He began his acting career in the 1950s and became known for his roles in popular Spanish films such as "Bienvenido Mr. Marshall" and "El Verdugo". Salvador also appeared in a number of international productions including "The Pride and the Passion" alongside Frank Sinatra, Cary Grant, and Sophia Loren. He continued to work steadily in Spanish cinema throughout the 1960s and 70s, often playing supporting roles in comedies and dramas. In addition to his work in film, Salvador also appeared in numerous Spanish television productions. He was married to fellow actress María Francés with whom he had two children.
Joaquín Prat
Joaquín Prat (April 27, 1927 Valencia-June 3, 1995 Madrid) a.k.a. Joaquin Prat was a Spanish actor. He had six children, Anabel Prat, Susana Prat, Joaquín Prat Sandberg, Alejandra Prat, Federico Prat and Andrea Prat.
Prat began his acting career in the 1950s, performing in various films such as "The Black Rose," "The Witch's Curse" and "La-Trouble-Fête." However, he is perhaps best known for his role in the popular TV series "Curro Jiménez" in which he played the character Gaspar.
Aside from his acting career, Prat was also a radio and television host. He worked for Radio Juventud and Radio Nacional de España, and hosted several television programs including "A su salud" and "El precio justo."
In 1988, Prat suffered a heart attack while hosting a telethon, which forced him to retire from his entertainment career. He was survived by his six children and his wife, who passed away a year after his death.