Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1961-05-15
- Born Place: Madrid, Spain
Also Known As:
Daniel Jiménez Cacho
Daniel Giménez Cacho
Daniel Giménez Cacho, born on May 15, 1961, in Madrid, Spain, is a highly distinguished and internationally recognized Spanish-born Mexican actor, director, and social activist. With a career spanning several decades, he has become one of the most prominent and respected figures in Latin American cinema, known for his intense and nuanced performances across a wide range of genres.Giménez Cacho's acting journey began in theatre, where he developed a rich repertoire working with celebrated directors. He later transitioned into film and television, quickly making a name for himself. He is particularly renowned for his collaborations with some of the most iconic directors in both Mexican and international cinema, including Guillermo del Toro (in "Cronos," 1993), Alfonso Cuarón (in "Sólo con tu pareja," 1991), Pedro Almodóvar (in "Bad Education," 2004), and Alejandro González Iñárritu (in "Bardo, False Chronicle of a Handful of Truths," 2022).His extensive filmography includes numerous acclaimed works such as "Profundo Carmesí" (Deep Crimson, 1996), "Y tu mamá también" (2001), "El Infierno" (Hell, 2010), "Colosio: El Asesinato" (Colosio: The Assassination, 2012), and "Zama" (2017). For his role as Sirena in the upcoming film "Kill the Jockey" (2024), he is a key part of the cast.Giménez Cacho has received widespread critical acclaim and numerous accolades throughout his career, including multiple Ariel Awards (Mexico's equivalent of the Oscars) for Best Actor and Best Supporting Actor, a Goya Award nomination for Best Actor (for "Blancanieves," 2012), and a Silver Biznaga for Best Latin American Actor at the Malaga Film Festival. Beyond his acting, he has also directed theatrical productions and is recognized for his social activism. His powerful screen presence and ability to fully embody complex characters have solidified his status as one of the most important actors of his generation in the Spanish-speaking world.
