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Famous Mexicans
Just like their food and Tequila, Mexicans are culturally known for their zest and intensity, which in turn, makes their global influence undeniable. From military revolutionaries to politicians to educators to entertainers, peruse our list of Famous Mexicans.
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Frida Kahlo
- In these groups:
- Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera
- Famous Hispanic Artists
- Notable Hispanic Women
Frida Kahlo
Painter / 1907 - 1954
Painter Frida Kahlo was a Mexican self-portrait artist who was married to Diego Rivera and is still admired as a feminist icon.
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Diego Rivera
- In these groups:
- Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera
- Famous Hispanic Artists
- Famous Sagittarians
Diego Rivera
Painter / 1886 - 1957
Painter and muralist Diego Rivera sought to make art that reflected the lives of the working class and native peoples of Mexico.
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Pancho Villa
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- Famous Geminis
- Famous Military Leaders
- Famous People Who Were Assassinated
Pancho Villa
Military Leader / 1878 - 1923
Pancho Villa was a top military leader of the Mexican Revolution whose exploits were regularly filmed by a Hollywood company.
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Ritchie Valens
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- Aviation Accident Victims
- Name Changers
- Famous People Who Died in Accidents
Ritchie Valens
Songwriter, Singer / 1941 - 1959
Mexican-American musician Ritchie Valens is best known for his hit "La Bamba." His successful career was cut short when he died in a plane crash at age 17.
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Salma Hayek
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- Famous Moms
- Hispanic Actors
- Notable Hispanic Women
Salma Hayek
Film Actress / 1966 -
Salma Hayek is an actress, director and producer of Mexican descent who was nominated for an Academy Award for her role in Frida.
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Emiliano Zapata
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- Famous Leos
- Famous Military Leaders
- Famous People Born in 1879
Emiliano Zapata
Military Leader / 1879 - 1919
Emiliano Zapata was a leading figure in the Mexican Revolution (1910–1920), during which he formed and commanded the Liberation Army of the South, an important revolutionary brigade. Followers of Zapata were known as Zapatistas.
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