Miguel Ángel Fuentes
- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- September 29, 1953
- Died
- December 29, 2023 (aged 70)
- Birthplace
- Tlacotepec, Oaxaca, Mexico
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.
Known For
Filmography
The 4th Company
Movie · as Custodio Grandulón
Al acecho del leopardo
Movie
Pastorela
Movie · as Agente 5
Conozca la cabeza de Juan Pérez
Movie · as Self - Hombre Fuerte
El Garabato
Movie · as El gigante
Tired of Kissing Frogs
Movie · as Brutus
Charros
Movie
Hugoool
Movie · as Chiquilin
Cómplices Al Rescate
TV · as El Sombras · 132 eps
The Mexican
Movie · as Big Thief #4
Blow
Movie · as Body Guard for Pablo Escobar (uncredited)
Herod's Law
Movie · as Pancho
Sánchez no se lo merece
Movie
Mookie
Movie · as El Indio
Un baúl lleno de miedo
Movie · as El 'Vampiro Negro'
Gunmen
Movie · as Manolo
High Art
Movie · as Camilo Fuentes
Codicia mortal
Movie
Amor conservador
Movie
My Gun and Your Handcuffs
Movie
Baroque
Movie
Deathstalker III: The Warriors from Hell
Movie · as 1st Bodyguard
Oceans of Fire
Movie · as Roughneck
Firewalker
Movie · as Big Man
Separate Vacations
Movie · as Tiny the Henchman
La venganza del rojo
Movie · as 'GULP' El Hombre Verde
Miracles
Movie · as Village Man #1
Mission Kill
Movie · as Platoon Leader
El Secuestro De Lola - Lola La Trailera 2
Movie
Enemies to the Death
Movie · as Pierre
Secuestro sangriento
Movie
Red Menace
Movie · as Masajista de Amenaza Roja
Masacre en el río Tula
Movie · as Guarura de Pancho
In 'N Out
Movie · as "King Kong"
Frankenstein's Great Aunt Tillie
Movie · as The Monster
The Evil That Men Do
Movie · as Latino
Siempre en domingo
Movie · as Trucutru
Triumphs of a Man Called Horse
Movie · as Big Bear
The A-Team
TV · as Quintana · 1 ep
Fitzcarraldo
Movie · as Cholo
Burden of Dreams
Movie · as Self - Actor
Sorceress
Movie · as Player
Santo and the Border of Terror
Movie · as Monk, capataz
Caveman
Movie · as Grot
Green Ice
Movie · as Herado
Pumaman
Movie · as Vadinho
Morir de madrugada
Movie · as Prieto
Las Tentadoras
Movie
Las grandes aguas
Movie · as Pepe el mudo
The Flight of the Stork
Movie · as Chiquilín
Milagro en el circo
Movie · as Hércules
Manaos
Movie · as First Bodyguard
The Bermuda Triangle
Movie · as Gordon
Divine Words
Movie
Rarotonga
Movie · as Coro
Los de abajo
Movie
Mexico, Mexico, ra, ra, ra!
Movie