Miguel Ángel Fuentes
Miguel Ángel Fuentes
Handsome, and terrifying, 6-foot-6, Native-Mexican businessman, entrepreneur, and character actor. Fuentes was of ethnic Mixtec. Miguel Ángel Fuentes was from Tlacotepec, Mexico. Known for his physically imposing presence in movies. Fuentes almost weighed 300lbs (136kg). He wore size 18 8E shoes. He also had a monstrous wingspan of 7’3” (221cm). Born Miguel Ángel Fuentes Ojeda, he showcased talent and versatility over a career spanning over 80 films and television productions, contributing to the Mexican, Hollywood, and European entertainment industries. His journey began in the 1970s with notable works like "México, México, Ra Ra Ra" and "The Bermuda Triangle," where he collaborated with acclaimed figures such as Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts, Gene Hackman, and Chuck Norris. One of his standout achievements was his role in the 2001 film "The Mexican," directed by Gore Verbinski, where he shared the screen with internationally renowned stars. Fuentes received recognition for his portrayal of 'Gulp,' a satirical parody of "The Incredible Hulk," in the television show "La Carabina de Ambrosio," earning him the moniker 'Mexican Hulk.' His legacy in Mexican television encompasses series and telenovelas like "Nosotros los Guapos," "Rubí," "La Madrastra," "Carrusel," and "Cómplices al rescate." Moreover, his influence extended to American television through series such as "El Señor de los Cielos," "Run Coyote Run," and "Texas Rising." He left a mark on the silver screen with memorable roles in films like "La Ley de Herodes," "Mookie," "Fitzcarraldo," "L'uomo Puma," and "Firewalker," among others. His final appearance was in the television comedy series "Julia vs Julia" in 2019.
Known For Acting
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Birthday 1953-09-29
Place of Birth Tlacotepec, Oaxaca, Mexico
Also Known As
Charros
2004

Charros

Mexico, Mexico, ra, ra, ra!
1976

Mexico, Mexico, ra, ra, ra!

Pumaman
1980

Pumaman

Fitzcarraldo
1982

Fitzcarraldo

Herod's Law
1999

Herod's Law

High Art
1991

High Art

Triumphs of a Man Called Horse
1983

Triumphs of a Man Called Horse

In 'N Out
1984

In 'N Out

My Gun and Your Handcuffs
1989

My Gun and Your Handcuffs

Mookie
1998

Mookie

The Flight of the Stork
1979

The Flight of the Stork

Oceans of Fire
1986

Oceans of Fire

Enemies to the Death
1985

Enemies to the Death

Morir de madrugada
1980

Morir de madrugada

Codicia mortal
1991

Codicia mortal

Frankenstein's Great Aunt Tillie
1984

Frankenstein's Great Aunt Tillie

Los de abajo
1977

Los de abajo

Firewalker
1986

Firewalker

Las Tentadoras
1980

Las Tentadoras

The Bermuda Triangle
1978

The Bermuda Triangle

Al acecho del leopardo
2011

Al acecho del leopardo

The Mexican
2001

The Mexican

Santo and the Border of Terror
1981

Santo and the Border of Terror

Caveman
1981

Caveman

Green Ice
1981

Green Ice

The Evil That Men Do
1984

The Evil That Men Do

Deathstalker III: The Warriors from Hell
1988

Deathstalker III: The Warriors from Hell

Burden of Dreams
1982

Burden of Dreams

Las grandes aguas
1980

Las grandes aguas

Sorceress
1982

Sorceress

Milagro en el circo
1979

Milagro en el circo

Divine Words
1978

Divine Words

Separate Vacations
1986

Separate Vacations