About Tony Martinez
Lived 1920 – 2002 (aged 82). Tony Martinez was an American bandleader, conductor, singer, actor, television actor and film actor.
Life and career Martinez was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico. He first studied music, He won the role as he was discovered by the creator Irving Pincus and producer Norman Pincus, After The Real McCoys ended in 1963, Martinez guest-starred in a few television programs including The Man from U.N.C.L.E., F Troop, My Favorite Martian, Accidental Family and Storefront Lawyers. He then wrote music for numerous films in Mexico. As a composer, he authored the song Bacalao con Panas. Martinez retired his career in 2000, in which he last appeared on the cable network The Nashville Network.
Death Martinez died in September 2002 of natural causes in Las Vegas, Nevada, at the age of 82. The premiere of Hollywood Latino Offspring in 2012 was dedicated to him.
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Who was Tony Martinez?
American film, television and theatre actor (1920–2002)
When was Tony Martinez born?
Tony Martinez was born on 27 January 1920 in San Juan.
When did Tony Martinez die?
Tony Martinez died on 16 September 2002 in Las Vegas Valley.
What was Tony Martinez's occupation?
Tony Martinez was a bandleader, conductor, singer, actor, television actor and film actor.
What nationality was Tony Martinez?
Tony Martinez was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Tony Martinez (actor)
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