Miguel Ángel Fuentes

Known for ActingBorn 1953-09-29Died 2023-12-29Tlacotepec Plumas, Mexique

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.Read more

Movies & web series

Charros

Herod's Law

Cómplices Al Rescate

Fitzcarraldo

Burden of Dreams

The A-Team

Morir de madrugada

In 'N Out

Caveman

Divine Words

Los de abajo

The Mexican

Al acecho del leopardo

Codicia mortal

Triumphs of a Man Called Horse

The Evil That Men Do

My Gun and Your Handcuffs

Green Ice

Mookie

Mexico, Mexico, ra, ra, ra!

Firewalker

Milagro en el circo

Las grandes aguas

Oceans of Fire

High Art

Las Tentadoras

Separate Vacations

Sorceress

Enemies to the Death

The Flight of the Stork

The Bermuda Triangle

Deathstalker III: The Warriors from Hell

Santo and the Border of Terror

Frankenstein's Great Aunt Tillie

Pumaman