Quick Info
| Profession | Actor |
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| Nationality | Colombian |
| Date of Birth | 12/12/1949 |
| Age | 76 years |
| Birthplace | Medellín, Colombia |
Latest News about Mauricio Figueroa
Mauricio Figueroa left 'La casa de los famosos Colombia' after a medical recommendation, ending his participation in the reality show. Reports noted that he had entered the program as a veteran actor with more than five decades in entertainment and had become one of the most talked-about figures on the season. His exit was framed as a health-related decision rather than a competitive elimination.
During his participation in 'La casa de los famosos Colombia', Mauricio Figueroa marked 53 years in entertainment and reflected on his career from child actor to television veteran. Coverage of the event highlighted his long-standing influence in Colombian television and the nostalgia his appearance generated among viewers.
Mauricio Figueroa joined the second season of 'La casa de los famosos Colombia' in January 2025, marking his first major reality television appearance. The announcement positioned him as one of the season's notable contestants because of his long career and his remembered role as Don Ezequiel in 'Francisco el Matemático'.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Mauricio Figueroa Restrepo |
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| Famous Role | Don Ezequiel Cuervo Contreras in the Colombian TV show, Francisco el Matemático |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 180 cm |
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| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Grey |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Colombia (1969) |
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Personal Life
| Religion | Christianity |
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| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
| Hobbies | Reading |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | María Cecilia Botero (Actress) |
Family
| Mother | Deceased due to a stroke |
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| Siblings | Brother - Edgar Figueroa |
Career
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| Awards | Simón Bolívar decoration of democracy in the degree of Knight's Cross in Arts and Letters award by the National Congress | ||||
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/mauriciofigueroactor/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Made his television debut at 7 years old in 'Aprendamos de nutrición' with his brother Edgar Figueroa. | |
| 2. Initially aspired to be a priest and served as an altar boy for six years from age 8. | |
| 3. Faced severe financial difficulties after his grandfather's death, prompting him to leave home. | |
| 4. Moved to Bogotá in 1969 to seek an acting career. | |
| 5. First man to model on a ramp in Colombia. | |
| 6. Earned 400 pesos per episode in 'La ciudad grita' (1972). | |
| 7. Married a friend briefly to help her secure an inheritance, with no intimacy involved. | |
| 8. Expressed concerns about being sidelined in his career due to age and lack of opportunities. | |
| 9. Avoided relationships in his youth, fearing they would compromise his freedom. | |
| 10. Participating in the second season of ‘La casa de los famosos Colombia’ in January 2025. | |
| 11. Participated in the second season of 'La casa de los famosos Colombia' in January 2025. |