About Orlando Fernández Medina
Lived 1945 – 2025 (aged 80). Orlando Fernández Medina was a Venezuelan journalist and politician.
Orlando José Fernández Medina (4 January 1945 – 15 October 2025) was a Venezuelan journalist and politician. A member of the Movement for Socialism, he served as governor of Lara from 1995 to 2000.
Initially aligned with Hugo Chávez, whom he supported in the 1998 and 2000 presidential elections, he distanced himself following Chávez's re-election.
Fernández died from complications of surgery in Yaritagua, Yaracuy, on 15 October 2025, at the age of 80. The operation had intended to remove a tumor from his colon.
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Who was Orlando Fernández Medina?
Venezuelan journalist
When was Orlando Fernández Medina born?
Orlando Fernández Medina was born on 4 January 1945 in Yaritagua.
When did Orlando Fernández Medina die?
Orlando Fernández Medina died on 15 October 2025 in Yaritagua.
What was Orlando Fernández Medina's occupation?
Orlando Fernández Medina was a journalist and politician.
What nationality was Orlando Fernández Medina?
Orlando Fernández Medina was Venezuelan.
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