Juan Manuel Fangio
Actor
Biography
Juan Manuel Fangio, born on June 24, 1911, in Balcarce, Argentina, was one of the most celebrated drivers in the history of Formula 1. Known as "El Maestro," Fangio won five Formula 1 World Championships during the 1950s, a record that stood for nearly 50 years. His career spanned several teams, including Alfa Romeo, Ferrari, Mercedes-Benz, and Maserati, each of which he led to victory.
Fangio's racing style was characterized by remarkable precision, skill, and strategic brilliance, allowing him to dominate an era when safety was minimal and the sport was particularly dangerous. His dedication to physical fitness and technical understanding of race cars set new standards for drivers. Fangio retired from racing in 1958 with an exceptional win rate, having won 24 out of 52 races he entered. He continued to be involved in motorsports and served as an ambassador for Argentine automotive interests until his passing on July 17, 1995, in Buenos Aires. Fangio remains a legend and an enduring influence on the sport of racing.
Filmography
A Life of Speed: The Juan Manuel Fangio Story
as Self (archive footage) 2020
Weekend of a Champion
as Himself 2013
Turismo de carretera
1968
Buenos Aires in Relief
1954
A Star Named Ayrton Senna
as Self 1998
A Tribute to Fangio
as Contributor 1959
O Fabuloso Fittipaldi
as Self 1973
Fangio: Una vita a 300 all'ora
as Himself 1980
Fangio, el demonio de las pistas
1950
1973 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review
as Self 1973