Spanish movie actors died in the year 1977
Here are 2 famous actors from Spain died in 1977:
Pedro López Lagar
Pedro López Lagar (June 18, 1899 Madrid-August 21, 1977 Buenos Aires) was a Spanish actor.
He was most famously known for his roles in Spanish cinema during the 1940s and 1950s, where he starred in films such as "The Last Horse Carriage in Madrid" (1942) and "Don Quijote de la Mancha" (1947). Prior to his acting career, López Lagar worked various jobs including a clerk and bullfighter. In 1950, he moved to Argentina where he continued his acting career in Spanish language films. He also worked as a theater actor and director in Argentina during the 1960s and 1970s. López Lagar is remembered as an important actor in both Spanish and Argentine cinema history.
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Luis Peña
Luis Peña (June 20, 1918 Santander-March 29, 1977 Madrid) also known as Luis Pegna, Luis Peña Illescas, Luis Peña y Illescas or Luis Pegna Illescas was a Spanish actor. He had one child, Lucía Peña Soto.
Peña began his acting career in the 1940s, performing in theater productions before making his way into film. He starred in over 80 films throughout his career, including "La Venganza de Don Mendo" (1962), "Muerte de un ciclista" (1955), and "Los chicos del preu" (1967).
In addition to his acting work, Peña also worked as a director and screenwriter, and was involved in the production of several films. He received critical acclaim for his work in the film industry, and was honored with the Gold Medal for Fine Arts in 1976.
Peña's personal life was marked by tragedy, as his wife and fellow actress, Emma Penella, passed away in 1982. He struggled with alcohol addiction towards the end of his life, and passed away in 1977 at the age of 58. Despite this, Peña is remembered for his contributions to Spanish cinema and theater, and remains a beloved figure in the Spanish acting community.
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