Manuel Alexandre

Manuel Alexandre Abarca

Actor, Spanish Cinema Icon, Honor Goya Recipient

Born Nov 11, 1917

Madrid, Spain

Passed Away Oct 12, 2010 Madrid, Spain

Lifespan 92 years old

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"I have never been a star, but I have had the privilege of walking among giants and telling honest stories."

Archival Overview

Beloved Spanish character actor whose warmth and gentle comic humanity illuminated over 300 films and plays, including Welcome Mr. Marshall! and Elsa & Fred.

Biographical Record

Manuel Alexandre studied law and journalism before discovering theater at the University of Madrid. He joined the Teatro Español Universitario during the Spanish Civil War and debuted in film with Luis García Berlanga in 'Welcome Mr. Marshall!' (1953).

Alexandre became a staple of Spanish cinema, collaborating with Berlanga, Fernando Fernán Gómez, and José Luis Cuerda. In 2005, he starred alongside China Zorrilla in the touching romantic drama 'Elsa & Fred', and was awarded the Honorary Goya Award by the Spanish Film Academy for his lifetime achievement.

Key Life Milestones

1953

Welcome Mr. Marshall!

Starred in Berlanga's satirical masterpiece, establishing his reputation as a premier character actor.

2003

Honorary Goya Award

Awarded the Goya de Honor by the Spanish Film Academy recognizing six decades of cinematic excellence.

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Final Resting Place

Perpetual Memorial

Almudena Cemetery
Madrid, Spain

                         GPS: 40.4192, -3.6425                    

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