Manuel Ojeda was one of the most popular actors in Mexico who is known to U.S. audiences for his role as the villain Colonel Zolo in “Romancing the Stone.
Manuel Ojeda started his acting career in the theater, making his film debut in “Calzonzin Inspector” in 1974 and his television debut two years later. He went on to become one of Mexico’s most popular telenovela actors who played multiple roles in “Mujer, Casos de la Vida Real.” On the big screen, he starred in “Un Mexicano Mas” and “Canoa.” For American audiences, he is best remembered for playing villain Colonel Zolo in the popular 1984 action-adventure film “Romancing the Stone,” which starred Michael Douglas and Kathleen Turner.
Tributes to Manuel Ojeda
Manuel Ojeda was a legend in Mexican television. He was an amazing actor that always delivered with each role. He brought class to all of his projects, and really set the standard for what a good performance should be. He always brought quality. He will be dearly missed. QEPD 🕊 https://t.co/GTt6EMfwQd
Adiós to actor #ManuelOjeda, who passed away yesterday at age 81. He worked in literally hundreds of #CineMexicano films, videohomes, stage performances, & television programs since the '70s, winning one Best Actor Ariel & receiving 7 other nominations. pic.twitter.com/vSUNbsQNmm
Ha muerto Manuel Ojeda. Era grande como hombre, como actor, como compañero y, además, era amable y generoso en el set y fuera de el. Le vamos a extrañar. A sus familiares y amigos va, a la distancia, un abrazo fuerte y solidario. Descanse en paz. pic.twitter.com/C3C3hi1GQu
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