Known For
Acting
Born
Jun 24, 1911
Died
Apr 11, 1995
Place of Birth
Balcarce, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Credits
16 titles
Juan Manuel Fangio
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.
Known For
Filmography
Racing Through Time - Fangio
Self
A Life of Speed: The Juan Manuel Fangio Story
Self (archive footage)
1973 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review
Self
Ferrari: Race to Immortality
Self
Weekend of a Champion
Himself
The History of Motor Racing 1950s - A Golden Decade
A Star Named Ayrton Senna
Self
Sacrée soirée
Self (voice)
Fangio: Una vita a 300 all'ora
Himself
Yo soy el gol
O Fabuloso Fittipaldi
Self
Turismo de carretera
Grand Prix
Juan Manuel Fangio
A Tribute to Fangio
Contributor
Buenos Aires in Relief
Fangio, el demonio de las pistas