Francisco Merino

Francisco Merino, a highly acclaimed and celebrated Spanish actor, was born on September 11, 1931, in the culturally rich and vibrant city of Madrid, which is situated within the autonomous community of Madrid, Spain. Throughout his remarkable and illustrious career, he garnered widespread recognition and acclaim for his outstanding performances in numerous productions, including the esteemed and highly respected television series "Estudio 1" which was first broadcast in 1965, as well as notable film adaptations of the timeless and classic literary works "Don Quijote de la Mancha" in 1991 and the critically acclaimed "El caballero Don Quijote" in 2002. Unfortunately, Francisco Merino's life came to a close on October 9, 2022, in his beloved hometown of Madrid, Madrid, Spain, where he had spent the majority of his life and had built a lasting legacy in the world of Spanish cinema.