RIP Armando Silvestre

 

They confirm the death of actor Armando Silvestre at 98 

ABC

5/6/2024

 

It was the niece of the famous actor, Lorenia, who confirmed Armando Silvestre's death, this is known about the cause of his death.

Mexico.- The renowned actor Armando Silvestre died on June 3, according to his niece Lorena Silvestre with the following message on his social networks.

So far the cause of the death of the famous histrion that worked alongside figures such as Clint Eastwood and Anthony Quinn has not been confirmed, but it is rumoured to have been an ulcer.

Armando Silvestre, born on January 6, 1926 in San Diego, California, was a Mexican-American actor who left an indelible mark on the Golden Age of Mexican cinema.

With a career spanning from the 1940s to the 1970s, becoming one of the most prominent figures in "class B" action cinema in Mexico.

Silvestre Carrascosa was born into a prominent family; his father was a prominent trader and his brother Eduardo Silvestre, a renowned bodybuilder.

Despite being born in the United States, Silvestre was always considered a native of Tijuana, Mexico. His early life was marked by various passions, including sports car racing and horseback riding, disciplines in which he won numerous trophies.

Silvestre began his film career with small interventions in 1945. His spectacular physique earned him his first leading role in the film "Lola Casanova" (1947), along with Meche Barba and the prestigious actress Isabela Corona. His talent and charisma led him to Hollywood, where he participated in films such as "Wyoming Mail" (1950), "Apache Drums" (1951) and "Mark of the Renegade" (1951).

Wildlife was not without controversy. He was forced into exile by the jealousy of a Mexican president, which marked a turning point in his life and career. Despite these challenges, the actor continued to work and leave his mark in the film industry.

Armando Silvestre is remembered as an icon of action and adventure cinema in Mexico. His prolific career and image of conqueror transcended the screen, becoming a legend of Mexican cinema.

Although his life was full of ups and downs, his contribution to cinema and his indomitable spirit remains a testament to his talent and passion for art.

SILVESTRE, Armando (Armando Silvestre Carrascosa)

Born: 1/6/1926, San Diego, California, U.S.A.

Died: 6/3/2024, San Diego, California, U.S.A.

 

Armando Silvestre’s westerns – actor:

Lola Casanova – 1949 (Coyote Iguana)

Wyoming Mail – 1950 (Indian Joe)

Apache Drums – 1951 (Pedro/Peter)

Mark of the Renegade – 1951 (Miguel De Gandara)

Ahí viene Martín Corona – 1952 (Emeterio)

En enemarado - 1952 (Emetrio)

Hiawatha – 1952 (Kwasind)

Gritenme piedras del campo – 1957 (Manuel)

El jinete sin cabeza - 1957 (the judge)

For the Love of Mike – 1960 (Tony Eagle)

Pistolas invencibles – 1960 (Pancho Corona)

La diligencia de la Muerte – 1961 (Jorge Morales)

Los laureles – 1961 (Ricardo)

Geronimo – 1962 (Natchez)

Horizontes de sangre – 1962

Pueblo de odios – 1962 (Capitán Fernández)

La conquista de El Dorado – 1965

Daniel Boone: Frontier Trail Rider – 1966 (

Daniel Boone (TV) – 1966, 1969 (Captain Torres, Gabriel, Jim Santee)

Martin Romero El Rapido – 1965 (El Cuervo)

Duel de pistoleros – 1966 (Vicente)

Los tres salvajes – 1966 (Fernando)

Pacto de sangre – 1966

Smoky – 1966 (Gordon)

Cronica de u cobarde – 1968 (Tomás)

The Scalphunters – 1968 (Two Crows)

The Desperate Mission – 1969 (Diego Campos)

El Ojo de Vidrio (The Glass Eye) – 1969 (María 'La Coralillo')

Barquero – 1970 (Sawyer)

Santo contra les Jinetes del Terror – 1970 (Sheriff Dario)

Two Mules for Sister Sara – 1970 (1^st American)

The Taste of the Savage – 1971

The Wild Season – 1971 (Tony Race)

La Choca – 1974 (Fabiel)

The Quest (TV) – 1976 (Medina)

Cuchillo – 1978 (U.S. Cavalry Lieutenant)

Matar por matar – 1979

Tierra sangrienta – 1979

Mercenarios de la Muerte – 1982 (Sung ya)

Los matones del Norte (TV) – 1985

La sombra del Tunco – 1990