RIP Sigifredo Vega

 

Sigifredo Vega, famous Colombian actor and recognized in the world of anime, died at the age of 77

The actor, who suffered from cancer and osteoarthritis, faced serious financial and family problems in his later years

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By Daniel Esteban Reyes Espinosa

June 29, 2024

 

Colombian actor Sigifredo Vega passed away on June 29, 2024, at the age of 77, after facing a long battle with cancer. The news was confirmed by SCG Colombia through its Instagram account, highlighting her prolific career in television, theater and dubbing.

Vega, originally from Bogotá, accumulated a career of more than 45 years in the world of entertainment. He is widely remembered for his role as Filemón Barragán in the telenovela Pasión de Gavilanes and his participation in other important productions such as Amar y Vivir and Los Victorinos.

In addition, Vega lent his voice to characters in animated series and video games, thus strengthening his presence in the dubbing industry.

According to information shared by the television program La Red, the actor suffered from cancer that metastasized to several organs, along with degenerative osteoarthritis that aggravated his health condition in recent years.

In a statement, SCG Colombia said: “Today, with deep regret, we say goodbye to our dear partner Sigifredo Vega. Known for his unforgettable role in ‘Pasión de Gavilanes,’ he left an indelible mark on every character he played.”

In addition to his artistic impact, Vega went through a difficult personal period that involved economic and family problems. In an interview conducted three years ago, she said she had no contact with her daughters, who lived abroad, and mentioned that she lived in a room in Bogotá due to an economic crisis.

The death of Sigifredo Vega marks the end of a significant career that left a legacy in Colombian television and dubbing.

The world of Vega dubbing

With an extensive and varied career, Vega participated in multiple theater and television productions, consolidating himself as a figure with a notable career in the country. Among her recognized works are dubbing in various series and radio soap operas, where her voice became synonymous with quality and professionalism.

The voice demos available online show Sigifredo Vega's versatility in different characters and vocal registers. These include archives of notable appearances such as The Graduate (1967), WOW NPC Pandaren Gruff Male, and Supa Strikas Big Bo. His voice left an unmistakable mark on the dubbing industry.

The actor left a relevant legacy in the artistic community of his country. The news of his death has been received with great sorrow by colleagues and followers who recognize his contribution to the world of entertainment and culture.

These are his acting, radio and dubbing participations

The Colombian actor FUE was known for his work in the field of anime, having lent his voice to characters such as Satan Aoi in The War of Sakura (2000) and Sakura Taisen: Ouka Kenran (1997-1998). Other notable roles in anime series include Dantarion in Web Diver (2001), Doctor in Dinozaurs (2000), Satotz in Hunter X (1999), and multiple roles in Samurai X (1997).

In anime films, Yanaka participated in the Colombian dubbing of Street Fighter II: The Movie (1994), playing a bookie, a gang member, and other additional voices. He has also been a part of several animated series, including his role as Santa Claus in The Cuphead Show! (2022), Spong in The Secret Show (2007) and Katana in Shuriken School (2006-2008). His contributions span diverse characters, such as Big Bo and Nacos in Super Strikas (2012-present), Gorgious Klatoo in "Space Goofs" (2005-2006) and Stripes in "Little Robots" (2004).

On television, he worked on series such as On The Road playing Yu Guoqing, and 13 Reasons Why (2017-2020), where he voiced two judges. He was also the presenter and additional vocals on COPS (1989-2020), and appeared as Stuart on Haven (2010-2015).

In film, Yanaka voiced characters such as Talbot in To the Mat (2011) and Captain in House of the Dead (2003). Other notable roles include Walter Huxley in Preggoland (2014), Russell in Inside (2012), and Captain Flint in Treasure Island (2012). His versatility has allowed him to work on a wide range of films over the years.

He has also worked in animated films, playing characters such as Tor in Crossing the Moebius Line (2005), the King of Atlantis in Raiders of the Titanic (2004) and the Duke of Camden in The Legend of the Titanic (1999). Yanaka has lent her voice to documentaries such as Extraordinary Dogs (2011) and popular video games such as StarCraft II (2010) and World of Warcraft (2004), showcasing her talents in a variety of mediums.

In addition, his participation as an actor and voice actor covers nearly 100 national and international productions.

SIGIFREDO, Vega (Sigifredo Vega Pinango)

Born: 1/1/1947, Bogota, Colombia

Died: 6/29/2024, Bogota, Colombia

 

Sigifredo Vega’s western – actor:

Zorro: La Espada y la Rosa (TV) – 2007 (Matias)