Nacho Galindo was an American actor best known for his roles in Headline Hunters (1955), Yellow Fin (1951), and Born Reckless (1958). He was born on November 7, 1908, in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico, and passed away on June 22, 1973, in Los Angeles, California, USA.
Personal and Family Life
Nacho Galindo was born in Mexico and later moved to the United States where he pursued a career in acting. Not much is known about his personal life or family, but he became a familiar face in films and television during his career.
Career
Galindo had a diverse career, appearing in various films and television shows throughout the mid-20th century. He played a range of roles, showcasing his talent in both dramatic and comedic performances. His work contributed to the representation of Hispanic actors in Hollywood during that era.
Death and Legacy
Nacho Galindo died on June 22, 1973. His contributions to film and television left a lasting impact, especially in portraying Latino characters. His performances continue to be remembered by fans of classic cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Borderline | 1950-03-01 | Porfirio |
| Gypsy Colt | 1954-04-02 | Pancho |
| Born Reckless | 1958-11-02 | Papa Gomez |
| The Gay Cavalier | 1946-03-30 | Baby |
| Killer Shark | 1950-03-19 | Maestro |
| Woman They Almost Lynched | 1953-03-20 | John Pablo |
| The Showdown | 1950-08-15 | Gonzales |
| The Outcast | 1954-08-15 | Curly |
| Buchanan Rides Alone | 1958-08-01 | Nacho |
| Twilight on the Rio Grande | 1947-03-31 | Torres |
| The Runaway | 1961-01-01 | Max Fernandez |
| Surrender | 1950-09-15 | Gringo |
| Border River | 1954-01-06 | Lopez |
| Dakota Lil | 1950-02-17 | Chicken Vendor |
| The Pink Jungle | 1968-10-16 | Hotel Proprietor |
| The Hitch-Hiker | 1953-03-30 | Jose Abarrotes, Store Proprietor |
| Lightning Strikes Twice | 1951-04-12 | Pedro |
| A Lady Without Passport | 1950-08-03 | Vendor (uncredited) |
| Rio Rita | 1942-03-11 | Soloist in “The Ranger’s Song” (uncredited) |
| The Bribe | 1949-02-03 | Second Hotel Clerk (uncredited) |
| Holiday in Havana | 1949-10-01 | Police Sergeant |
| Wetbacks | 1956-05-04 | Alfonso |
| Flaming Feather | 1952-02-01 | |
| Green Fire | 1954-12-29 | Officer Perez |
| Broken Arrow | 1950-08-01 | Barber |
| Belle of Old Mexico | 1950-03-01 | Pico |
| Cast a Long Shadow | 1959-08-24 | |
| Take the High Ground! | 1953-10-30 | Mexican Man (uncredited) |
| The Nevadan | 1950-01-11 | Mexican Stagecoach Driver (uncredited) |
| Hell’s Island | 1955-05-06 | Carlos Peñasco (uncredited) |
| Headline Hunters | 1955-09-15 | Ramon – Bartender |
| Saddle the Wind | 1958-03-20 | Manuelo (uncredited) |
| A Star Is Born | 1954-10-01 | José Rodriguez (uncredited) |
| Framed | 1947-05-25 | (uncredited) |
| Broken Lance | 1954-09-25 | Francisco the Cook (uncredited) |
| Tropic Zone | 1953-01-14 | Christopher (uncredited) |
| To the Ends of the Earth | 1948-02-07 | Cab Driver (uncredited) |
| One Way Street | 1950-04-01 | Villager |
| South of St. Louis | 1949-03-06 | Manuel |
| Johnny Stool Pigeon | 1949-04-20 | Señor Martinez (uncredited) |
| Two-Faced Woman | 1941-12-31 | Musician (uncredited) |
| Macao | 1952-04-11 | Bus Driver (uncredited) |
| The Wild Wild West | 1965-09-17 | Pepe |
| The Barbara Stanwyck Show | 1960-09-19 | Bartender |
| I Love Lucy | 1951-10-15 | Cigar Store Owner |
| Maverick | 1957-09-22 | Chucho Morales |
| Maverick | 1957-09-22 | Carlos |
| Adam-12 | 1968-09-21 | Jorge |
| Adventures of Superman | 1952-09-19 | Alberto |
| Screen Director’s Playhouse | 1955-10-05 | Mexican |