Edgar Vivar
Biography
Edgar Vivar is a Mexican actor and comedian born on December 28, 1948, in Mexico City. He initially studied medicine at the National Autonomous University of Mexico, but later pursued a career in the arts. Vivar's interest in theater was encouraged by his grandfather and he eventually chose to study theater at the University Theater Center, graduating in 1964. As an actor, Vivar has appeared in numerous films and television shows, with a total of 55 known credits. He is known for his work in the acting field and has been active in the industry for many years.
Career overview
Edgar Vivar is a Mexican actor and comedian. He was born on December 28, 1948, in Mexico City. Initially, Vivar studied medicine at the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), but he eventually pursued a career in the arts. He chose to focus on theater, an area that had been encouraged by his grandfather.
Vivar's interest in theater led him to the University Theater Center, where he completed his studies in 1964. This marked the beginning of his acting career. Although specific details about his early work are not available, it is known that he has appeared in numerous films and television shows throughout his career.
Edgar Vivar has accumulated a significant number of credits, with a total of 55 known credits to his name. His work has been recognized in various sources, including The Movie Database, ČSFD.cz, Filmožrouti.cz, and Filmyzadara.com. These sources provide a comprehensive overview of his acting career, although specific details about his roles and performances are not available.
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Full Filmography
55 titles- Chespirito: Not Really on Purpose (2025) as Director de cine
- El precio de educarlos (2024)
- The Roommate (2024)
- Perdona nuestros pecados (2023) as Rosendo
- No Corre: Partiu Entrega (2023) as Seu Manolo
- Soy inocente (2023)
- Jefecita (2023)
- Tal para cual (2022)
- Skinny Dipping (2022) as Tío Chema
- When I'm Young (2022) as Fotografo
- Eagle and Jaguar, The Legendary Warriors (2022) as Abuelito Quizán (Voice)
- Recurring Patients (2022) as Jaimes
- Documentário - 50 Anos de Chaves (2022)
- The Red Grasshopper 3D (2021)
- Mighty Victoria (2021) as Don Edgar
- Antes que Amanezca (2021)
- Tod@s Caen (2019) as Sr. Daniel
- Orsai (2019) as Edmundo Rivero
- Overboard (2018) as Gastroenterologist
- I'm Not A Rebel (2017) as Obispo
- Buscando Nirvana (2017) as Director
- Sinister Circle (2015) as Director de Hospital Psquiatrico
- Fachon Models (2014) as Claudio Mancera
- El Padrino de Bodas (2014)
- Love Taste like Chocolate (2013) as Edgar
- Actors, Inc. (2013)
- Acción en Movimiento (2013)
- Juan and the Sheep (2011) as Enrique
- Brujos contra Chamanes (2011)
- Panza, Cachete y Nana...! (2011)
- Para Volver a Amar (2010) as Renato
- Guardians of the Lost Code (2010) as Zompul Balám
- La mano de Satán (2010)
- By Day and by Night (2010)
- All Inclusive (2008) as Taxista
- The Orphanage (2007) as Balaban
- Bandidas (2006) as Expl. Bank Manager
- Vecinos (2005) as Don Hipólito
- Amarte así, Frijolito (2005) as Don Pedro
- Lo Mejor del Chavo Del Ocho 1 e 2 (2005) as Señor Barriga / Senhor Barriga; Ñoño / Nhonho
- Chespirito: El Niño Que Somos (2001) as Self / Señor Barriga
- Best of El Chavo, Vol. 1 (2001) as El Señor Barriga / Ñoño
- Alguna Vez Tendremos Alas (1997) as Sebastián Medina
- De pé a pá (1996) as Self
- Música de Viento (1989)
- Escuadrón sida (1987)
- Frankenstein's Great Aunt Tillie (1984) as Feldwebel Erstarren
- Don Ratón y Don Ratero (1983) as Kilos
- El mas valiente del mundo (1983)
- El Chanfle 2 (1982) as Dr. Nájera
- Chespirito (1980)
- El Chanfle (1979) as Dr. Nájera
- El Chavo del Ocho (1973) as Señor Barriga / Ñoño
- El Chapulín Colorado (1973) as Barriga
- Episódios Perdidos: Uma História
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Edgar Vivar best known for?
Edgar Vivar is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Chespirito: Not Really on Purpose (2025), Tod@s Caen (2019), Overboard (2018), Para Volver a Amar (2010).
When and where was Edgar Vivar born?
Edgar Vivar was born on December 28, 1948 in Mexico City, Mexico.
How many credits does Edgar Vivar have?
Edgar Vivar has accumulated over 55 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1973 to 2025.
What is Edgar Vivar's background in cinema and television?
Edgar Vivar is a Mexican actor and comedian born on December 28, 1948, in Mexico City. He initially studied medicine at the National Autonomous University of Mexico, but later pursued a career in the arts. Vivar's interest in theater was encouraged by his grandfather and he eventually chose to study theater at the Univ...
Edgar Vivar by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Chespirito (1980) — aged about 31
- Vecinos (2005) as Don Hipólito — aged about 56
- El Chavo del Ocho (1973) as Señor Barriga / Ñoño — aged about 24
- El Chapulín Colorado (1973) as Barriga — aged about 24
- Chespirito: Not Really on Purpose (2025) as Director de cine — aged about 76
- Tod@s Caen (2019) as Sr. Daniel — aged about 70
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