Gabriel Iglesias

Comedian and voice actor with stand-up specials

Gabriel Iglesias - Comedian and voice actor with stand-up specials
Born

July 15th, 1976
48 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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A Mexican-American comedian and voice actor, started performing stand-up comedy in the 1990s. Gained popularity through the Comedy Central specials and the Netflix series 'Mr. Iglesias.' Known for a signature storytelling style and for incorporating personal anecdotes. Also voiced characters in animated films such as 'The Lion Guard' and 'Coco.'

Performed in multiple Comedy Central specials

Starred in the Netflix series 'Mr. Iglesias'

Voiced a character in 'Coco'

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