Biography
Who is Ricardo Darín?
Early life and family
Ricardo Alberto Darín was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on January 16, 1957. He grew up in a family with deep roots in the Argentine entertainment industry. His father, Ricardo Darín Sr., was an actor, and his mother, Renée Roxana, was also an actress.
The child of these performers began his path in theater at the age of 10 by appearing in productions alongside his parents. His family background includes Italian and Lebanese heritage. His parents ended their marriage in 1969, and his father passed away in 1989.
How Ricardo became famous
During the 1980s, he established a presence in Argentine television. He worked with producer Alberto Migré on programs like Estación Retiro and Alta comedia. He was part of a popular group of young actors known as the galancitos, who brought television stories to the stage.
His television career continued through the early 1990s with shows like Estrellita mía and Rebelde. He later found significant success in comedy through a remake of the series Mi cuñado, which he performed alongside Luis Brandoni. These roles helped build his reputation before he transitioned into major film work.
Career highlights in film
Ricardo Darín achieved international recognition through several major cinematic roles. His performance as a con artist in the 2000 film Nine Queens helped establish his stardom. He also starred in Son of the Bride in 2001, a movie that received an Academy Award nomination.
He played a central role in the 2009 film The Secret in Their Eyes, which won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Picture. Other well-known films in his filmography include Moon of Avellaneda, The Aura, and the big box office hit Wild Tales. In 2022, he portrayed Julio César Strassera in the film Argentina, 1985.
Family and personal life
In 1988, he married Florencia Bas. Together they have one child, Chino Darín. His sister, Alejandra Darín, also worked as an actress. He has been linked to Susana Giménez as a partner in the past.
The actor has remained an influential figure in Argentine show business for decades. In 2016, he joined DreamAgo, an international association for screenwriters. He continues to work on major projects, including the Netflix series The Eternaut.
Birthday and age
Ricardo Darín was born on January 16, 1957, which makes Ricardo 69 years old today. That birthday falls under the Capricorn sign. Ricardo shares the date with 26 other famous people.
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