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Arturo de Córdova

Arturo de Córdova - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornMay 08, 1908
BirthplaceMérida, Yucatán, Mexico
Zodiac SignTaurus - (see also Arturo de Córdova's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacMonkey
GenerationGreatest Generation
Known ForLeading roles in classic Mexican films such as 'Él' (1953), 'En la palma de tu mano' (1951), and for his extensive body of work during the Golden Age of Mexican cinema.

Intro

Arturo de Córdova was a renowned Mexican film actor, best known for his distinguished career in Mexican and international cinema during the Golden Age of Mexican films. Celebrated for his dramatic roles and charismatic screen presence, de Córdova became one of the most prominent actors in Latin America.

Early Life & Background

Arturo de Córdova was born on May 8, 1908, in Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico. He moved with his family to Buenos Aires, Argentina, at a young age, where he spent part of his youth before returning to Mexico to pursue a career in radio and cinema.

Career Highlights

  • Starred in Luis Buñuel's highly regarded film 'Él' (1953)
  • Notable performance in 'En la palma de tu mano' (1951), for which he received critical acclaim
  • Worked with many prominent directors and actors of the Mexican Golden Age
  • Acted in several Hollywood productions, establishing an international presence

Trivia

  • Was nominated multiple times for the Ariel Award, the top film award in Mexico
  • His birth name was Arturo García Rodríguez
  • He was considered for several Hollywood roles during the 1940s
  • His iconic voice made him a sought-after radio actor before his film career

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When was Arturo de Córdova born?

Arturo de Córdova was born the 8 May 1908.

Where is Arturo de Córdova from?

Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico.

On His Birth-Day

About May 8th, 1908, in brief:

  • Day of the week: May 8th, 1908 was a Friday
  • Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: The Cavalier by Frank Stanley & Elise Stevenson
  • Popular movie: The Red Girl directed by D.W. Griffith

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arturo_de_C%C3%B3rdova
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0208183/