Santiago Segura
Santiago Segura is a Spanish filmmaker and actor known for his work in various entertainment fields, including television presenting, voice acting, and comic book writing.
Screenwriter
July 17, 1965
Cancer
59
Madrid, Spain
Santiago Segura Silva, born on July 17, 1965, is a multi-talented Spanish filmmaker, actor, screenwriter, and television presenter. He rose to fame for his portrayal of José Luis Torrente in the Torrente film series, which he also wrote, directed, and produced. Segura has acted in various Spanish films, such as the horror film “The Nameless” and the comedy “Isi & Disi, alto voltaje.” He has earned numerous awards for his contributions to the Spanish film industry, including the Goya Award for Best Director for “Torrente 2: Mission in Marbella.” Additionally, Segura has hosted the late-night talk show “El Peliculón” on Telecinco.
Some of Santiago Segura’s notable works and accomplishments include co-founding the production company “Bowfinger Intâl Pictures” with MarÃa Luisa Gutiérrez, involvement with “Beta Fiction Spain,” a Spanish affiliate of Germany’s Beta Film, and collaboration on the family comedy “Nadie Es Perfecto,” a Spain-Mexico co-production. Segura has also acted in the first two “Hellboy” films, directed by Guillermo Del Toro, and worked with musicians Roque Baños and Tessy DÃez on film projects.
Santiago Segura remains a prominent figure in the Spanish entertainment industry, showcasing his diverse talents as a filmmaker, actor, screenwriter, and more. An interesting fact about him is that he is also a voice actor, comic book writer, and collector of original comic books.
