Alemán, Julio

(1933 or '35? - )

   all-purpose leading man and occasional singer, born in Morelia. Made his theatrical debut at the age of 21, and his first film in 1957 (El zarco). By the '60s he was working with stars like María Félix (Amor y sexo), as well as starring in numerous comedies, Westerns, and melodramas. Active in union and political matters, Alemán served as a deputy in the national assembly, and as secretary general of ANDA, the actors' union (from 1990-94). Won a "Diosa de Plata" (Silver Goddess, given by the Mexican film correspondents' association) for his role in El tunco Maclovio (1969).