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

Title Release Date Character
El Crimen del Padre Amaro 2002-10-01 El Presidente Municipal Gordo
Licence to Kill 1989-06-13 President Hector Lopez
The Legend of Zorro 2005-10-24 Governor Riley
Before Night Falls 2000-09-03 Reinaldo’s Grandfather
Murder in Three Acts 1986-10-01 Col. Mateo
Death and the Compass 1992-08-05 Blot
Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark 1973-10-10 Francisco Perez
Navidad S.A. 2008-12-01 Santa Claus
Bandidos 1991-08-09
One Long Night 2007-03-25 Don Ricardo
El último justo 2008-02-29 Padre del Toro
Matando Cabos 2004-07-16 Oscar Cabos
La ley de Herodes 1999-11-09 López
Old Gringo 1989-09-13 Pancho Villa
The Magnificent Seven Ride! 1972-08-01 Pepe Carral
Más negro que la noche 1975-12-25 Roberto
The Undefeated 1969-10-04 Escalante
Casa de Mi Padre 2012-03-15 Miguel Ernesto Alvarez
La Chèvre 1981-12-09 The Captain
Un mundo maravilloso 2006-03-17 Director del Periodico
Divina confusión 2008-09-26 Melesio
El patrullero 1991-12-28 Sargento Barreras
Purgatorio 2009-05-08 Don Julio
Treasure of the Amazon 1985-05-30 Pablo / Zapata
Chosen Survivors 1974-05-24 Luis Cabral
Survival Run 1979-04-26 Paco
La Pasión Según Berenice 1976-11-18 Rodrigo Robles
En el país de los pies ligeros (El niño rarámuri) 1982-08-10
Las viboras cambian de piel 1974-05-23 The Abandoned Husband
Todo por nada 1969-05-29 Pedro
Historias violentas 1985-08-29
Cadena perpetua 1979-08-09 Javier Lira “El Tarzán”
The Deadly Trackers 1973-12-21 Herrero
El golfo 1969-10-17 Chulo
El cártel de los sapos 2011-11-11 Modesto
Los pequeños privilegios 1978-07-12 Pedro
Camino largo a Tijuana 1991-02-28 Juan
On the Border 1998-11-19 Herman
Dos crímenes 1995-05-26 Alfonso
The Cisco Kid 1994-02-06 General Montano (as Pedro Armendariz)
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