Boris Izaguirre
Boris Izaguirre Biographical Information
- Full Name: Boris Rodolfo Izaguirre Lobo
- Date of Birth: September 29, 1965
- Place of Birth: Caracas, Venezuela
- Nationality: Venezuelan and Spanish
- Occupation: Writer, journalist, television presenter, actor, and film director
- Years Active: 1984–present
- Spouse: Rubén Nogueira (m. 2006)
Early Life and Education
Boris Izaguirre was born in Caracas, Venezuela, on September 29, 1965. He is the son of Rodolfo Izaguirre and Valentina Lobo. Izaguirre studied journalism at the Universidad Católica Andrés Bello in Caracas.
Career
Izaguirre began his career as a journalist in Venezuela in the early 1980s. He later moved to Spain, where he became a popular television presenter and actor. Izaguirre has also written several books, including novels, short stories, and essays.
Television Career
Izaguirre first gained fame in Spain as a television presenter on the show "La noche se mueve" (1991-1993). He has since hosted several other popular shows, including "Crónicas Marcianas" (1997-2005), "Boris y Cía" (2002-2004), and "La hora de Boris Izaguirre" (2016).
Acting Career
Izaguirre has also appeared in a number of films and television series. He made his film debut in the 1993 film "Acción mutante." He has since appeared in several other films, including "El corazón del guerrero" (1999), "Tu vida en 65 minutos" (2002), and "Lo contrario al amor" (2011).
Writing Career
Izaguirre has written several books, including novels, short stories, and essays. His first novel, "Azul petróleo" (1998), was a bestseller in Spain. He has since published several other novels, including "Villa diamante" (2000), "El vuelo de los flamencos" (2002), and "Tiempo de tormentas" (2015).
Personal Life
Izaguirre is openly gay. He married his partner, Rubén Nogueira, in 2006. The couple have two children together, a son and a daughter.
Awards and Honors
Izaguirre has received several awards for his work in television, film, and literature. He has won two Ondas Awards for Best Television Presenter (1994 and 2003), a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Miniseries or Television Film (2005), and a Goya Award for Best Adapted Screenplay (2013).
