René Cardona was an American actor and director, best known for Santa Claus (1959), Night of the Bloody Apes (1969), and Don Juan Tenorio (1937).
Personal and Family Life
Born on October 8, 1906, in Havana, Cuba, René Cardona married Julieta Zacarías in 1932, and they remained together until his death in 1988. He had a son, René Cardona Jr., who also became an actor and director. René was also a grandfather to actor and director René Cardona III. His family connections extended to director Miguel Zacarías, who was his brother-in-law.
Death and Legacy
René Cardona passed away on April 25, 1988, in Mexico City due to cancer. His contributions to cinema, especially in the realm of horror and comedy, left a lasting impact on the film industry. His legacy continues through his descendants, who have followed in his footsteps in film and theater.
Filmography
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Santo y Mantequilla Nápoles en La Venganza Del La Llorona