Luciano Castro
Argentine actor in Unidos por siempre
An Argentine actor gained recognition through various television series and films. Notable works include leading roles in the telenovelas "Los Exitosos Pells" and "Unidos por siempre." Career also included participation in theater productions and involvement in various television projects throughout the 2000s and 2010s.
Starred in the telenovela 'Unidos por siempre'
Featured in 'Los Exitosos Pells'
Performed in theater productions
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