Jorge Negrete

Mexican singer and actor, starred in mariachi films

Jorge Negrete - Performers & Entertainers born November 30th, 1911
Born
Died

1953
73 years ago — 42 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Mexico

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One of the most prominent figures in the Golden Age of Mexican cinema, significant contributions made to the genre of mariachi films. Established a successful music career that popularized traditional Mexican music. Starred in films such as '¡Ay Jalisco, No Te Rajes!' and 'La Cucaracha', and became a cultural icon. Also contributed to the revitalization of mariachi music through film and recordings.

Starred in '¡Ay Jalisco, No Te Rajes!'

Featured in 'La Cucaracha'

Popularized traditional mariachi music

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