Orlando Urdaneta
Known For
Acting
Born
1946-10-14 in Maracaibo, Venezuela
Biography
Orlando Rafael Urdaneta (Maracaibo, October 24, 1950) is a Venezuelan actor, presenter, playwright, visual artist, and comedian. He began his acting career as a child, debuting on the "Bambilandia" program on Venevision, and was later cast in theater productions, telenovelas, and films. He also stood out as a host of game shows and radio and television programs, working as a comedian. In 1979, he married actress Chelo Rodríguez. He has received the National Film Award in recognition of his career. His work has earned him several awards, such as the Municipal Theater Award in 1997. The following year, he was honored by La Casa del Artista, and in 1998 and 1999, he received the National Association of Cinematographic Artists (ANAC) award for his participation in the Venezuelan films Pandemonium and 100 años de perdón.
Most Known For
Carlito's Way
as Bartender
Comrade Augusto
as Augusto Cárdenas
Passionate Mobile
Tubérculo Presidente
as Genaro Fortuna
Cédula ciudadano
Los tracaleros
Koati
as Whiskers (voice)
El atentado
La Goajirita
as Ángel
Profundo
Open Air
Corazón de madre
as Chuíto
El País de las mujeres
as Jacobo Reyes
Vidas paralelas
Savane - Sex and Diamonds
Fiebre
Salserin, the First Time
Bambino Mio
as Luìs
The Smoking Fish
as Jairo
The Secret
as Gaspar Urbieta