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Spanish movie actors died in the year 1982

Here are 5 famous actors from Spain died in 1982:

Antonio Casas

Antonio Casas (November 11, 1911 A Coruña-February 14, 1982 Madrid) also known as Antonio Casas Barros was a Spanish actor and football player.

He began his acting career in the late 1930s and went on to appear in over 200 films. Some of his notable film credits include "Death of a Cyclist," "The Executioner," and "Viridiana." In addition to his film work, Casas was also a versatile stage actor and appeared in numerous plays throughout his career.

Before becoming an actor, Casas was a professional football player for Real Madrid, where he played as a goalkeeper in the 1930s. He retired from football due to a leg injury and turned to acting as a career.

Casas was recognized for his talent and contribution to Spanish cinema by the Spanish Film Academy, which awarded him with the "Medal of Merit in Fine Arts" in 1979. He remained active in the film industry until his death in 1982 at the age of 70.

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Francisco Martínez Soria

Francisco Martínez Soria (December 18, 1902 Tarazona-February 26, 1982 Madrid) was a Spanish actor and theatre director.

Known for his endearing comedic performances, Francisco Martínez Soria became one of the most recognizable faces of Spanish cinema during his career. He made his film debut in 1939 with "Héroes del 95" and went on to appear in more than 100 films, including some of the most popular comedies of the time, such as "La gran familia", "La ciudad no es para mí", and "Abuelo made in Spain".

In addition to acting, Martínez Soria also worked as a theatre director, creating his own company which toured Spain and Latin America. He received several awards throughout his career, including the Gold Medal for Fine Arts in 1980. He died in Madrid in 1982, leaving behind a legacy as one of Spain's most beloved actors.

Tito Lusiardo

Tito Lusiardo (September 13, 1896 Ferrol-June 24, 1982 Buenos Aires) also known as César Lusiardo was a Spanish actor. He had one child, Mabel Lusiardo.

Tito Lusiardo began his acting career in Spain in the 1920s, but it wasn't until he moved to Argentina in the 1930s that he became a well-known comedy actor. He appeared in numerous films, radio shows, and television programs during his career. One of his most famous roles was as the character "Minguito Tinguitella" in a popular TV show. He also wrote and directed several plays. In addition to his work in the entertainment industry, Lusiardo was a fervent advocate for the rights of actors and was instrumental in the founding of several actors' unions in Argentina. He died at the age of 85 in Buenos Aires.

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José Nieto

José Nieto (May 3, 1902 Murcia-August 10, 1982 Matalascañas) also known as José García Nieto, José Antonio Nieto, Jose Nieto, Jose Pepe Nieto, Pepe Nieto, José García López or Josele was a Spanish actor.

Nieto had a prolific career in Spanish cinema, appearing in over 150 films throughout his career. He began his acting career in 1939 and quickly became a familiar face in Spanish cinema. Nieto is perhaps best known for his roles in the movies "Bienvenido Mister Marshall" (1953), "El Espadachín" (1963) and "La Venganza de Don Mendo" (1962). In addition to acting, he also worked as a screenwriter, writing scripts for several films. Nieto was awarded the Gold Medal for Fine Arts in 1980 by the Spanish government for his contributions to Spanish culture.

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Fernando Sánchez Polack

Fernando Sánchez Polack (August 20, 1920 Madrid-January 24, 1982 Madrid) also known as Fernando S. Polac, Fdo. Sánchez Polach, F. Sanchez Polack, F. Sánchez Polack, F.S. Polack, Fernando S. Polack, Fernando Sanchez Polack, Sanchez Polack, Fdo. Sánchez Polak, Fernando S. Polak, Fernando Sanches Polak, Fernando Sanchez Polak, Fernando Sánchez Polak, Sanchez Polak, Fernando Sanchez Pollack or Fernando Pollack was a Spanish actor.

He was known for his work in over 70 films and multiple theatre productions. Polack began his acting career in the 1940s and was a prominent figure in Spanish cinema in the 1950s and 1960s. He also had roles in several international films such as "55 Days at Peking" and "The Shoes of the Fisherman". Polack was a versatile actor who played a range of characters, from comedic roles to serious dramatic roles. In addition to his acting career, he was also a writer and director. Polack passed away in Madrid in 1982 at the age of 61.