Fernando Álvaro Lamas y de Santos (January 9, 1915 – October 8, 1982) was an Argentine-American actor and director of the Golden Age of Argentine cinema. He is the father of actor Lorenzo Lamas.

In real life, Lamas proudly lived up to his reputation as a ladies man. With two ex-wives back in Argentina, he conducted well-publicised affairs with most of his female co-stars, including one with …

Jan 4, 2026 · His marriages, especially to Esther Williams, became central to how he was understood. Over time, scandal, control, and conflict overshadowed his work. Today, Lamas is remembered less …

Oct 29, 2023 · Discover fascinating facts about the iconic actor Fernando Lamas, from his silver screen success to his charming personality and notable relationships.

Lamas also moved beyond acting; he both starred in and directed 1967's "The Violent Ones," a crime drama that explored the clashing of white and Hispanic cultures.

Oct 9, 1982 · Fernando Lamas, the silver-haired star of numerous ''Latin lover'' movies, died today of cancer. He was 67 years old.

Fernando Álvaro Lamas (January 9, 1915 – October 8, 1982) was an Argentine-born actor and director, and the father of actor Lorenzo Lamas. Description above from the Wikipedia article Fernando …

Dec 28, 2024 · Fernando Álvaro Lamas y de Santos, known simply as Fernando Lamas, was a prominent Argentine-American actor and director celebrated for his charismatic presence and “Latin …

Oct 9, 1982 · HOLLYWOOD -- Fernando Lamas, the dashing Latin lover of the screen who later gained success as a television director, died of cancer only a few hours after disclosure that he was ill.

Lamas also moved beyond acting; he both starred in and directed 1967's "The Violent Ones," a crime drama that explored the clashing of white and Hispanic cultures.