Crispín Fernández (born October 2, 1946) is an Argentine actor and comedian, best known for his roles in several comedy films of the 1970s and 1980s. He has appeared in more than 60 films and television shows.
Crispín was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He began acting at a young age and made his debut in the film El Crimen de la Calle de la Independencia in 1965. He went on to appear in several films, including La Banda del Carro Rojo (1966) and El Pequeño Grillo (1968).
In the 1970s, Crispín began appearing in comedies, most notably in the 1973 film Los Amigos, in which he starred alongside renowned Argentine comic actor Alberto Olmedo. His performance in the film earned him both national and international recognition. He then went on to star in several other comedies, such as Los Locos del Poder (1975), Los Chicos de la Calle (1978), and La Gran Vida (1980).
In addition to appearing in films, Crispín has also had a successful career in television. He has appeared in many television shows, such as the popular sketch comedy show El Show de Crispín (1980-1982). He has also appeared in several soap operas, most notably in La Abuela Pancha (1985-1988).
Throughout his career, Crispín has received numerous awards and accolades, including the Silver Condor Award for Best Actor for his performance in El Pequeño Grillo. In 1997, he was honored with the National Prize for Art and Sciences for his contributions to Argentine cinema.
Crispín continues to act and is still active in the Argentine film and television industry. He is best known for his roles in comedies, but has also appeared in dramatic roles throughout his career. He has even directed one film, El Amor está en el Aire (1988), which was an adaptation of a play by Argentine playwright Guillermo Cazenave.
Crispín Fernández is one of the most recognizable and beloved actors in Argentina. His long career has seen him appear in numerous films and television shows, and he has earned numerous awards and accolades. He is still active in the Argentine film and television industry, and is sure to continue to entertain audiences for years to come.
