Txema Blasco was an American actor who is best known for Jugando con la muerte, Las locuras de Don Quijote, and Cows. He was born on July 13, 1941, in Vitoria-Gasteiz, Álava, País Vasco, Spain, and passed away on June 28, 2024, in the same city.
Personal and Family Life
Txema Blasco, born José María Blasco Etxeguren, completed his primary education at local schools in Vitoria. After losing his mother at the age of 13, he started working at a company called Aranzabal as a bellboy while continuing his studies. He eventually became the company’s accountant after five years. Alongside his day job, he performed in theatre groups and was part of a clown duo called “Hermanos Chetti,” where he acted in over 4,300 performances.
Career
In 1992, Txema decided to leave his accounting job to focus entirely on acting. He enjoyed a successful career in film and television, taking on various notable roles. In his later years, due to health issues, he moved to the Sagrada Familia de Cucho residence in Burgos.
Death and Legacy
Txema Blasco passed away on June 28, 2024, in Vitoria-Gasteiz, where he had spent most of his life. He left a lasting impact on Spanish theater and cinema, remembered fondly by fans and colleagues for his contributions to the arts.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Vacas | 1992-02-26 | Manuel |
| La ardilla roja | 1993-04-21 | Nervenarzt |
| Tierra | 1996-05-20 | Tomás |
| Cenizas del Cielo | 2008-05-30 | Manolo |
| Vidas pequeñas | 2011-03-18 | Gumersindo |
| Las locuras de don Quijote | 2006-10-03 | Don Quixote |
| Jugando con la Muerte | 2011-09-24 | Eusebio |
| Los misterios de Laura | 2009-07-27 | Eduardo del Bosque Nájera |
| El Ministerio del Tiempo | 2015-02-24 | Juan Ureña |
| Cuéntame cómo pasó | 2001-09-13 | Alfredo Jiménez |