Juan Manuel Fangio
Born: 1911-06-24 in Balcarce, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Died: 1995-04-11
Known For: Acting
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
2020
- A Life of Speed: The Juan Manuel Fangio Story as Self (archive footage)
2017
- Ferrari: Race to Immortality as Self
2013
- Weekend of a Champion as Himself
1998
- A Star Named Ayrton Senna as Self
1987
- Sacrée Soirée as Self (voice)
1980
- Fangio: Una vita a 300 all'ora as Himself
1973
1968
1959
- A Tribute to Fangio as Contributor