Pedro Armendáriz Jr.

Pedro Armendáriz Jr. was an American actor known for Licence to Kill, Once Upon a Time in Mexico, and The Mask of Zorro. Born in Mexico City on April 6, 1940, he gained recognition in film and television until his passing on December 26, 2011, in New York City.

Personal and Family Life

Pedro Armendáriz Jr. was the son of famous actor Pedro Armendáriz and actress Carmelita Bohr. He studied architecture before pursuing a career in acting, which he successfully carried out for several decades. He was married to Lucía Gómez de Parada, but they later divorced.

Career Highlights

Armendáriz made significant contributions to film and television, appearing in many popular projects. He is remembered for his role as President Hector Lopez in the James Bond film Licence to Kill. Additionally, he served as the Secretary and President of the “Comité Coordinador de la Academia Mexicana de Artes y Ciencias Cinematográficas,” showcasing his dedication to the film industry.

Death and Legacy

Pedro Armendáriz Jr. passed away on December 26, 2011, following a battle with cancer. His legacy lives on through his impactful roles and the influence he had on Mexican cinema. He is celebrated not only as an actor but as a significant figure in promoting Mexican arts and culture.

Filmography

TitleRelease DateCharacter
El Crimen del Padre Amaro2002-10-01El Presidente Municipal Gordo
Licence to Kill1989-06-13President Hector Lopez
The Legend of Zorro2005-10-24Governor Riley
Before Night Falls2000-09-03Reinaldo’s Grandfather
Murder in Three Acts1986-10-01Col. Mateo
Death and the Compass1992-08-05Blot
Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark1973-10-10Francisco Perez
Navidad S.A.2008-12-01Santa Claus
Bandidos1991-08-09
One Long Night2007-03-25Don Ricardo
El último justo2008-02-29Padre del Toro
Matando Cabos2004-07-16Oscar Cabos
La ley de Herodes1999-11-09López
Old Gringo1989-09-13Pancho Villa
The Magnificent Seven Ride!1972-08-01Pepe Carral
Más negro que la noche1975-12-25Roberto
The Undefeated1969-10-04Escalante
Casa de Mi Padre2012-03-15Miguel Ernesto Alvarez
La Chèvre1981-12-09The Captain
Un mundo maravilloso2006-03-17Director del Periodico
Divina confusión2008-09-26Melesio
El patrullero1991-12-28Sargento Barreras
Purgatorio2009-05-08Don Julio
Treasure of the Amazon1985-05-30Pablo / Zapata
Chosen Survivors1974-05-24Luis Cabral
Survival Run1979-04-26Paco
La Pasión Según Berenice1976-11-18Rodrigo Robles
En el país de los pies ligeros (El niño rarámuri)1982-08-10
Las viboras cambian de piel1974-05-23The Abandoned Husband
Todo por nada1969-05-29Pedro
Historias violentas1985-08-29
Cadena perpetua1979-08-09Javier Lira “El Tarzán”
The Deadly Trackers1973-12-21Herrero
El golfo1969-10-17Chulo
El cártel de los sapos2011-11-11Modesto
Los pequeños privilegios1978-07-12Pedro
Camino largo a Tijuana1991-02-28Juan
On the Border1998-11-19Herman
Dos crímenes1995-05-26Alfonso
The Cisco Kid1994-02-06General Montano (as Pedro Armendariz)
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