Eugenio Derbez

Master of comedy and king of the box office, Eugenio Derbez, was born in 1961 in Mexico City, Mexico. Active predominantly from the 1980s onwards, Derbez has built a career in comedy and family genres, with his most notable films including "Instructions Not Included" and "How to Be a Latin Lover", the former of which is the highest-grossing Spanish-language film in North America. Despite not having any major film festival awards to his name, Derbez's unique ability to blend heartfelt drama with humor allows his films to resonate with a wide audience, and this has earned him numerous awards in Latin America. Beyond his comedic prowess, Eugenio Derbez is a filmmaker whose heartfelt narratives and genuine character portrayals have earned him a special place in the hearts of viewers worldwide.