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Is Cantinflas dead?

Is Cantinflas dead?

Deceased (1911–1993)
Cantinflas/Living or Deceased

What is Cantinflas famous for?

Cantinflas (pronounced cahn-TEEN-flas) made 49 films over a half-century, but is best known for his role as Passepartout, Phileas Fogg’s devoted valet in the 1956 film “Around the World in 80 Days.” David Niven played Fogg, the urbane explorer.

Who owns the rights to Cantinflas?

Columbia Pictures
A federal judge in Los Angeles has ruled that Sony Corp.’s Columbia Pictures owns the lucrative rights to 34 films starring the late Mexican film legend Cantinflas instead of the comedian’s son.

Did Cantinflas go to school?

Chapingo Autonomous University
IPN: National School of Medicine and Homeopathy
Cantinflas/Education

Was Mario Moreno married?

Valentina Ivanova Zuvareffm. 1936–1966
Cantinflas/Spouse

Where does the last name Cantinflas come from?

In this Spanish name, the first or paternal surname is Moreno and the second or maternal family name is Reyes. Mario Fortino Alfonso Moreno Reyes (12 August 1911 – 20 April 1993), known by the stage name Cantinflas ( Spanish pronunciation: [kanˈtiɱflas] ), was a Mexican comedian, actor, and filmmaker.

What did Cantinflas do with all his money?

Despite the fact that Cantinflas died a millionaire several times over, and was one of the biggest stars ever in Spanish language films, he never forgot where he came from. Much of his money was given over to charitable work, including high-quality, low-income housing for Mexico City’s poor.

Who was the Mexican comedian Cantinflas married to?

Mini Bio (1) Cantinflas was a prolific and productive Mexican comedian/producer/writer/singer. He was married to Valentina Ivanova from 1936 until her death.

What kind of cancer did Cantinflas die from?

Death A life long smoker, Cantinflas died of lung cancer on 20 April 1993 in Mexico City. Thousands appeared on a rainy day for his funeral. The ceremony was a national event, lasting three days.