Juan Manuel Fangio
Acting • Born 1911-06-24 – Died 1995-04-11
Biography
Juan Manuel Fangio, born on June 24, 1911, in Balcarce, Argentina, was one of the most celebrated drivers in the history of Formula 1. Known as "El Maestro," Fangio won five Formula 1 World Championships during the 1950s, a record that stood for nearly 50 years. His career spanned several teams, including Alfa Romeo, Ferrari, Mercedes-Benz, and Maserati, each of which he led to victory. Fangio's racing style was characterized by remarkable precision, skill, and strategic brilliance, allowing him to dominate an era when safety was minimal and the sport was particularly dangerous. His dedication to physical fitness and technical understanding of race cars set new standards for drivers. Fangio retired from racing in 1958 with an exceptional win rate, having won 24 out of 52 races he entered. He continued to be involved in motorsports and served as an ambassador for Argentine automotive interests until his passing on July 17, 1995, in Buenos Aires. Fangio remains a legend and an enduring influence on the sport of racing.
Filmography
15 credits
A Star Named Ayrton Senna
Movie • 1998
Self
A Tribute to Fangio
Movie • 1959
Contributor
Weekend of a Champion
Movie • 2013
Himself
O Fabuloso Fittipaldi
Movie • 1973
Self
Fangio: Una vita a 300 all'ora
Movie • 1980
Himself
Turismo de carretera
Movie • 1968
Buenos Aires in Relief
Movie • 1954
A Life of Speed: The Juan Manuel Fangio Story
Movie • 2020
Self (archive footage)
Fangio, el demonio de las pistas
Movie • 1950
Ferrari: Race to Immortality
Movie • 2017
Self
1973 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review
Movie • 1973
Self
The History of Motor Racing 1950s - A Golden Decade
Movie • 2004
Racing Through Time - Fangio
Movie • 2024
Self
Yo soy el gol
Movie • 1977
Sacrée Soirée
TV • 1987
Self (voice)