About Manolo Muñoz
Lived 1941 – 2000 (aged 58). Manolo Muñoz was a Mexican actor, singer and film actor.
Manolo Muñoz (20 April 1941 –29 October 2000) was a Mexican singer and actor who was famous for an interpretation of the song "Speedy Gonzales" in the 1960s. He was also one of the first soloists in Mexico to sing a style that later became popular with artists like José José, Víctor Yturbe, and Luis Miguel.
Muñoz, who was born Manuel Muñoz Velasco in La Barca, Jalisco, was also referred to as El Flaco Muñoz, El Esqueleto and El Hombre de la Llamarada. His career began in 1959; he played a significant role in the history of Mexican rock. He is one of early Mexican rock's most prolific singers, both as the singer of Los Gibson Boys and as a solo artist.
He was planning a tour at the time of his death.
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Who was Manolo Muñoz?
Mexican singer and actor (1941-2000)
When was Manolo Muñoz born?
Manolo Muñoz was born on 20 April 1941 in Jalisco.
When did Manolo Muñoz die?
Manolo Muñoz died on 14 March 2000 in Mexico City.
What was Manolo Muñoz's occupation?
Manolo Muñoz was an actor, singer and film actor.
What nationality was Manolo Muñoz?
Manolo Muñoz was Mexican.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Manolo Muñoz. https://biography.guide/manolo-munoz/
MLA: "Manolo Muñoz." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/manolo-munoz/.
Chicago: "Manolo Muñoz." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/manolo-munoz/.
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