Biographical Dictionary of Mexican Film Performers

AGUIRRE, RUBÉN

character actor best known for his role as schoolteacher "Profesor Jirafales" (Professor Giraffe) on the TV show "El Chavo del 8," with Robert Gómez Bolaños, but who made a number of films in the '70s and '80s as well. Originally studied agronomy, then became a radio announcer and actor, as well as a TV host and bullfight journalist, before turning to acting.