Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1975-01-25
- Born Place: Mexico City, Mexico
Also Known As:
Jorge R. Gutiérrez
Jorge R. Gutierrez
Jorge R. Gutierrez is a Mexican animator, painter, writer, director, and voice actor known for his vibrant and culturally rich storytelling. Born in Mexico City and raised in Tijuana, he has a deep-seated passion for Mexican pop and folk culture, which is evident in his distinctive visual style. After graduating from the California Institute of the Arts, Gutierrez co-created the multiple Emmy and Annie Award-winning animated series El Tigre: The Adventures of Manny Rivera for Nickelodeon with his wife and artistic collaborator, Sandra Equihua.His career reached a new level of acclaim with the 2014 animated feature film The Book of Life, which he co-wrote and directed. Produced by Guillermo del Toro, the movie earned him a Golden Globe Award nomination for Best Animated Feature Film. Gutierrez's work with Netflix includes the critically acclaimed 2021 limited series Maya and the Three, an epic fantasy adventure inspired by Mesoamerican myths that garnered multiple Emmy and Annie Awards. He has also lent his voice to various projects, including the 2025 animated film Aztec Batman: Clash of Empires. Throughout his career, Jorge R. Gutierrez has been a prominent figure in animation, celebrated for his authentic portrayal of Mexican culture and his dedication to creating diverse, visually stunning stories.
