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My Take
Ramón Valdés gave Latin America one of its most beloved characters in Don Ramón from El Chavo del Ocho, and for me that role is a masterclass in how comedy can carry real humanity. Born in Mexico City in 1924 and raised in a humble, crowded household, he poured that lived experience into a perpetually broke, lovable everyman who still makes generations laugh decades after his death in 1988. Widely ranked among Mexico's finest comedians, he proved that physical comedy and warmth outlast any award. I am repeatedly reminded, watching him, just how much craft hides behind a perfectly timed grumble.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Ramón Valdés
- Name (Japanese)
- ラモン・バルデス
- Reading
- らもん・ばるです
- Born
- September 2, 1924 – August 9, 1988
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Virgo / Rat
- Origin
- Mexico City, Mexico
- Blood type
- Private
- Height
- Private
- Agency
- Private
- Occupation
- actor / film actor / television actor / comedian / singer-songwriter
2. Background
- Elementary school
- Private
- Junior high
- Private
- High school
- Private
- University
- Private
3. Relationships
- Spouse
- Private
- Children
- Private
- Parents
- Private
- Siblings
- Private
4. Personality
Motto
Private
6. Links
Frequently asked questions
When was Ramón Valdés born?
September 2, 1924 – August 9, 1988.
Where is Ramón Valdés from?
Ramón Valdés is from Mexico City, Mexico.
What does Ramón Valdés do?
Ramón Valdés works as actor, film actor, television actor, comedian, singer-songwriter.
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7. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-18
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public items are marked "Private / Unknown". English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.