Career Timeline of Chespirito: Major Achievements and Milestones

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Discover the career path of Chespirito, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Roberto Mario Gómez Bolaños, "Chespirito", was a highly influential Mexican actor, comedian, screenwriter, director, producer, and author. Revered as a comedic icon in the Spanish-speaking world, particularly in Latin America, he's best known for his character "El Chavo" from the sitcom *El Chavo del Ocho*. Chespirito's impact on humor and entertainment cemented his legacy as one of the greatest comedians of all time.

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1960: Chespirito Writes for 'Comedians and Songs'

In 1960, Chespirito began writing scripts for "Comedians and Songs", one of the most popular programs in Mexico.

1965: Chespirito Writes for 'El Estudio de Pedro Vargas'

By 1965, Chespirito had dedicated himself to writing scripts for "El estudio de Pedro Vargas", a very popular program in Mexico.

1968: Premiere of Los Supergenios de la Mesa Cuadrada

In 1968, Chespirito's first show, "Los Supergenios de la Mesa Cuadrada", a sketch comedy show, premiered. It starred Ramón Valdés, María Antonieta de las Nieves, and Rubén Aguirre.

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1970: Chespirito TV Series Launch

In 1970, Chespirito began writing, directing, and starring in the "Chespirito" television series, marking the start of his widespread recognition.

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1970: El Chapulín Colorado character Introduced

In 1970, the character El Chapulín Colorado was introduced on the show Los Supergenios de la Mesa Cuadrada.

1972: El Chavo character Introduced

In 1972, the character El Chavo was introduced on the show Los Supergenios de la Mesa Cuadrada.

1973: Premiere of El Chavo del Ocho and El Chapulín Colorado

In 1973, Chespirito premiered two of his most iconic television series, "El Chavo del Ocho" and "El Chapulín Colorado", further cementing his legacy in Latin American television.

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1978: Carlos Villagran Leaves the Show

In 1978, Carlos Villagran left the show El Chavo del Ocho.

1979: End of El Chapulín Colorado

In 1979, Chespirito concluded the television series "El Chapulín Colorado".

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1979: Premiere of La Chicharra and End of El Chapulín Colorado

In 1979, Chespirito launched another show, "La Chicharra", which was short-lived, and "El Chapulín Colorado" concluded.

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1980: Continuation of Chespirito series

In 1980, Chespirito continued writing, directing and starring in the "Chespirito" television series.

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1980: Premiere of Second Version of Chespirito

In 1980, Chespirito debuted a second version of "Chespirito", which ran until 1995.

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1995: End of Chespirito series

In 1995, Chespirito ended his run writing, directing and starring in the "Chespirito" television series.

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1995: End of Second Version of Chespirito

In 1995, the second version of "Chespirito" concluded.

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2001: Lawsuit Against Chespirito and Televisa Begins

In 2001, Maria Antonieta began a lawsuit against Chespirito and Televisa for the misuse of her character La Chilindrina.

July 2013: Maria Antonieta Wins Lawsuit Against Chespirito and Televisa

In July 2013, Maria Antonieta announced her victory in a lawsuit against Chespirito and Televisa, which began in 2001, regarding the misuse of her character La Chilindrina. She stated that Chilindrina now belonged to her and no one could take her away. Gomez Bolaños told Univision on July 26, 2013 that he had given everyone permission to do what they wanted with their characters after El Chavo ended.

July 2020: Chespirito's Series Removed from Broadcast

On July 31, 2020, it was announced that all TV channels and streaming services would stop broadcasting Chespirito's series from the next day because the contract expired and Televisa didn't renew it due to revenue disputes with Grupo Chespirito.

September 2024: El Chavo and El Chapulín Colorado Return to Television

On September 7, 2024, Florinda Meza announced on Twitter/X that El Chavo and El Chapulín Colorado would be returning to television after a four-year absence, airing on UniMas and Univision, and streaming on Vix beginning September 21, 2024. The shows would return to Las Estrellas in Mexico a month later.

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