Andrés García

Andrés García

Deceased · Born: May 24, 1941 · Died: Apr 4, 2023

Personal Details

BornMay 24, 1941 Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

Biography

Andrés García, a stunningly handsome and physically imposing Dominican-Mexican actor, initially made his mark on the big screen with a memorable debut in the 1966 film "Chanoc". Born in the Dominican Republic, García later relocated to Mexico, where he would go on to become a prominent sex symbol of the late 1960s and 1980s.

Throughout his illustrious career, García has been recognized for his remarkable talent, including a nomination for Best Supporting Actor at the prestigious Ariel Awards in 1974 for his outstanding performance in "Principio, El" (1972).

In addition to his impressive film credits, García's sons, Andrés García Jr. and Leonardo García Vale, have also followed in their father's footsteps and become actors in their own right.

After overcoming a well-publicized battle with cancer in the 1990s, García went on to dedicate the majority of his time to the world of soap operas over the past decade, cementing his status as a beloved and respected figure in the Mexican entertainment industry.

Career

2005
El Cuerpo del Deseo
El Cuerpo del Deseo as Pedro José Donoso
2002
Day of the Assassin
Day of the Assassin as Jerry Beltron
1978
Cyclone
Cyclone as Andrés