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Miguel Ángel Fuentes

Miguel Ángel Fuentes

Birthday: 1953-09-29 | Place of Birth: Tlacotepec, Oaxaca, Mexico

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.

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Known For

Acting

Year
Title

Role

1998
Mookie

as    El Indio

1991
High Art

as    Camilo Fuentes

1988
1986
Firewalker

as    Big Man

1985
Enemies to the Death

as    Pierre

1984
In 'N Out

as    "King Kong"

1984
Frankenstein's Great Aunt Tillie

as    The Monster

1982
Fitzcarraldo

as    Cholo

1982
Green Ice

as    Herado

1982
Sorceress

as    Player

1982
Burden of Dreams

as    Self - Actor

1981
Santo and the Border of Terror

as    Monk, capataz

1980
Las grandes aguas

as    Pepe el mudo

1980
Pumaman

as    Vadinho

1979
The Flight of the Stork

as    Chiquilín

1979
Milagro en el circo

as    Hércules

1978
The Bermuda Triangle

as    Gordon