RIP Manuel Ojeda

 

LEGEND LOST Manuel Ojeda dead at 81: Legendary Mexican actor passes away as fans lead tributes

 

The U.S. Sun

By Israel Salas-Rodriguez

August 11, 2022

 

PROMINENT Mexican actor Manuel Ojeda, one of the first soap stars in the nation, has died at 81.

Mexico's National Association of Actors announced Ojeda's death on Thursday, however, a cause of death was not immediately disclosed.

"The National Association of Actors deeply regrets the death of our partner Manuel Salvador Ojeda 'Manuel Ojeda', a member of our union," the ANDA tweeted.

Born in Baja California, Ojeda was one of the most active actors in Mexican television and cinema.

He portrayed villain Colonel Zolo in the 1984 American film Romancing the Stone.

The film was directed by Robert Zemeckis and also starred Michael Douglas, Kathleen Turner, Danny DeVito and Alfonso Arau.

Ojeda has appeared in over 200 Mexican films and telenovelas throughout his career.

Among his most famous roles included appearances in Un Mexicano Mas, La ley de Herodes, Las Poquianchis and Canoa.

He won the Ariel Award for Best Actor after starring in Everyone's Hell So Feared.

"The Ministry of Culture mourns the death of Manuel Ojeda, renowned theater, film and television actor, who will be remembered for 'Pedro Páramo, the man with the half moon,' among many projects," Mexico's Ministry of Culture tweeted.

Another fan mourned Ojeda's death, sharing: "Pillar of Mexican cinema, Manuel Ojeda dies at 81, participated in key films such as Canoa, El Apando, Las Poquianchis.

"In thematic films #LGBT such as Matinée and Appearances are deceiving; worked in some Hollywood tapes. In soap operas, he also left his mark. D.E.P."

"Rest in Peace Manuel Ojeda. Great fellow friend, affectionate, gentleman a big hug to his family. 🙏🏻," wrote Mexican actress Erika Buenfil.

Actor Pablo Valentín shared: "Good way, Manuel! My Manuel companion of theater, television and long talks. Thank you, Manuel, for sharing your experiences, your wisdom and humility.

"I love you always Manuel. Happy trip, Manuel Ojeda."

OJEDA, Manuel (Jesus Manuel Ojeda Armenta)

Born: 11/4/1940, La Paz, Baja California, U.S.A.

Died: 8/11/2022, Mexico City, Federal District, U.S.A.

 

Manuel Ojeda’s westerns – actor:

Eagle’s Wing – 1979 (Miguel)

Un hombre llamado el diablo – 1983

La rebellion de los colgados – 1986

Mi querido Tom Mix – 1992 (Evaristo)