Ernesto Chao

Ernesto Chao was an American actor known for Pratos Combinados, Condenado a vivir, and Un soño de verán. He was born on November 12, 1943, in Ribadavia, Ourense, Galicia, Spain, and passed away on August 6, 2018, in Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Galicia, Spain.

Personal and Family Life

Ernesto Chao was married to Rosa Álvarez until his death in 2018. He had a passion for acting and directed several theatrical productions throughout his career. Notably, he was the first actor to play Ramón Sampedro in the film Condenado a vivir, a role later made famous by Javier Bardem.

Career Highlights

Chao’s acting career included various roles that showcased his talent in both film and television. He was involved in numerous productions, including plays and movies, which contributed to his reputation in the acting community. Some of his notable work includes his involvement in the series Aquí no hay quien viva and his role in the film Pratos Combinados.

Death and Legacy

Ernesto Chao passed away on August 6, 2018, leaving behind a significant impact on the Spanish film and theater industries. His contributions to acting, especially in portraying complex characters, are remembered fondly by fans and colleagues alike. His early role as Ramón Sampedro remains a notable highlight in his career.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
O ouro do tempo 2012-08-01
Días de voda 2002-09-06 Alejandro
Los muertos van deprisa 2009-03-13 Cifuentes
Trece campanadas 2002-10-12 Inspector
Huidos 1993-04-19 Coronel
A praia dos afogados 2015-10-09 Somoza
El juego de los mensajes invisibles 1992-05-01 Cliente
Migas de pan 2016-08-14
A noiva de medianoite 1997-09-01
María (y los demás) 2016-10-07 Arturo
A metade da vida 1994-07-01
Divinas palabras 1987-09-15
La novia de medianoche 1997-10-30 Civil Guard
La hora bruja 1985-11-04
La ley de la frontera 1995-08-23 Neighbor
Pratos Combinados 1995-12-01 Miro Pereira
Hotel Almirante 2015-04-05 Germán Aldao
Aquí no hay quien viva 2003-09-07 Ramiro Villanueva
Cuéntame cómo pasó 2001-09-13 Coronel Ibáñez Sañudo