Carlos Bonavides known for his memorable role as ‘Huicho Dominguez’ in the Televisa soap opera ‘The Grand Prize’ faces a difficult economic situation at 83 years old. In an effort to stay relevant and active in the entertainment industry, the actor has been forced to resort to Madero Street in Mexico City, where offers personalized photos and videos in exchange for a financial contribution . Bonavides does not give up in the face of adversity and continues knocking on doors in search of new job opportunities, also using social media to ask for work.
What happened to Carlos Bonavides?
Carlos Bonavides who rose to fame in the 1990s with his character ‘Huicho Domínguez’, has experienced a drastic decline in their economic situation . In a recent interview, Bonavides revealed that during his heyday, he failed to properly manage his finances, leading him to squander his fortune and sell off his properties. Currently, the actor lives modestly in a rented apartment, having lost much of his wealth accumulated during more than 26 years of career.
“I sold my house, two trucks, a piece of land and we were left truly in the dark. Now I rent an apartment and live very modestly,” the actor declared.
Despite the difficulties, Bonavides has not stopped fighting. The actor regularly goes to Madero Street in Mexico City, where he Place an ad offering personalized photos and videos in exchange for a financial contribution This initiative allows him to generate income while continuing to seek opportunities in television and theater.
“I am a person who never gives up, always works, I don’t allow them to forget me I come and ask for work. I come to see the producers and ask them for work, sometimes they give me work and sometimes they don’t, but I don’t give up, I fight, I am a man of struggle “, he added.
The actor has also taken advantage of the rise of social media to appeal to television producers, stressing his willingness to work on any type of project. In a video published in May, Bonavides said: “I need work, of course I do, but honestly and legally like any actor. (…) I tell the best of producers to remember me, that I am still very strong, that I have a lot of energy and that I can play roles of all genres, I am not just a comedian, I handle drama and melodrama perfectly ”.
Who is Carlos Bonavides?
Carlos Bonavides was born on October 14, 1940 in Veracruz, Mexico. His career took off on Mexican television with his interpretation of the charismatic ‘Huicho Domínguez’ in the soap opera ‘El Premio Mayor’, broadcast by Televisa in the 1990s. This role gave him national recognition and made him a beloved figure in the entertainment world.
In addition to ‘El Premio Mayor’, Bonavides has participated in other notable series such as ‘Hasta que el dinero nos separe’ and ‘Mujeres engañodas’. In 2021, she returned to the screen with a role in the soap opera ‘Vencer el último’. Photo: composition/ Univisión/ La verdad
However, despite his extensive career and talent, Bonavides faces the same difficulties as many veteran actors: Lack of job opportunities due to age In his statements to the media, the actor has stressed the importance of not giving up and continuing to fight to stay active in the industry.
Sergio Klainer gets a new role at 88, after asking for a job as Carlos Bonavides
Carlos Bonavides’ situation is not unique among veteran actors. Sergio Klainer known for his participation in soap operas such as ‘Muchachitas’ and ‘El señor de los cielos’, He also recently took to social media to apply for a job. At 88, Klainer surprised his fans by appealing to television producers through a TikTok video, where he expressed his desire to return to acting.
“Dear and distinguished producers, I am Sergio Klainer, first wasted actor and I communicate with you to exhort you so that Iand give me a little joy and life, I need to work “Klainer said in his message. This request did not go unnoticed, and shortly after, Klainer was added to the cast of a new telenovela produced by Televisa, titled “Amor amarga” and directed by Pedro Ortiz de Pinedo.
In a recent interview, Klainer shared a message for his acting students, emphasizing that “Inactivity is the actor’s grave” .
