Miguel Ángel Fuentes

Miguel Ángel Fuentes

1953-09-29 – 2023-12-29 (age 70) Tlacotepec, Oaxaca, Mexico
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Biography

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

Blow
Blow

2001

as Body Guard for Pablo Escobar (uncredited)

The Mexican
The Mexican

2001

as Big Thief #4

Caveman
Caveman

1981

as Grot

The Evil That Men Do
The Evil That Men Do

1984

as Latino

Fitzcarraldo
Fitzcarraldo

1982

as Cholo

Firewalker
Firewalker

1986

as Big Man

Green Ice
Green Ice

1981

as Herado

Herod's Law
Herod's Law

1999

as Pancho

Pumaman
Pumaman

1980

as Vadinho

The Bermuda Triangle
The Bermuda Triangle

1978

as Gordon

Triumphs of a Man Called Horse
Sorceress
Sorceress

1982

as Player

Deathstalker III: The Warriors from Hell
Burden of Dreams
Burden of Dreams

1982

as Self - Actor

Oceans of Fire
Oceans of Fire

1986

as Roughneck

Frankenstein's Great Aunt Tillie
The Flight of the Stork
The Flight of the Stork

1979

as Chiquilín

High Art
High Art

1991

as Camilo Fuentes

Milagro en el circo
Milagro en el circo

1979

as Hércules

Mookie
Mookie

1998

as El Indio