Felipe Elizalde (born June 15, 1975) is a Mexican film, television, and theater actor, born in the city of Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico. He is best known for his roles in the Mexican films Todo por Amor (1996), El Ángel Exterminador (2002), and El Crimen del Padre Amaro (2002).
Elizalde began his acting career at a young age, performing in local theater productions in his hometown of Guadalajara. He attended the Centro de Estudios Cinematográficos at the University of Guadalajara, where he earned his degree in acting.
In 1996, Elizalde made his cinematic debut in the romantic drama Todo por Amor, in which he played the male lead. The film was well-received by critics, and Elizalde received a nomination for a Silver Ariel Award for Best Actor.
He continued to work in Mexican film and television throughout the 2000s, appearing in a number of popular films such as El Ángel Exterminador (2002), El Crimen del Padre Amaro (2002), Al Otro Lado del Muro (2007), and El Infierno (2010). In 2018, he appeared in the critically acclaimed drama Roma, directed by Alfonso Cuarón.
In addition to his work in film and television, Elizalde has also appeared in numerous stage productions. He received a Mexican Academy of Theater Arts and Sciences Award for Best Actor for his role in the play El Método Gronholm (2002), and a Mexican Academy of Cinematographic Arts and Sciences Award for Best Actor for his role in the play El Juego de la Oca (2009).
Throughout his career, Elizalde has become known for his versatility and range as an actor, as well as for his ability to inhabit a wide range of characters. He is a beloved figure in his native Mexico, and his work has been praised for its depth and emotional complexity. Elizalde is currently based in Mexico City, where he continues to work as an actor, director, and writer.
