Alan Steppe
Carlos Villagrán is a talented actor and comedian from Mexico. He is most famous for his portrayal of the character “Quico” in the beloved Mexican TV show “El Chavo del Ocho.” The show, which was created by Roberto Gómez Bolaños (Chespirito), aired from 1971 to 1980 and became incredibly popular in Latin America and among Spanish-speaking viewers all over the world. Quico, played by Carlos Villagrán, was a truly iconic and beloved character on the show.
Even after leaving “El Chavo del Ocho,” Carlos Villagrán kept performing as Quico in different comedy shows and appearances. However, because of legal disputes with the show’s creator, he ended up creating a similar character named “Kiko” instead. Carlos Villagrán has had a remarkable and prosperous career in the entertainment industry, particularly in the field of comedy. This is largely due to his unforgettable portrayal of the beloved characters Quico/Kiko.
Carlos Villagrán Children
The number of children that the Mexican comic icon had varies in different versions. Most people believe that he had six children from two marriages. According to a few sources, it is said that he has seven children.
Regardless of the circumstances, it is said that the Villagran children have a friendly relationship with each other, even though they have different mothers. Some of his children have inherited their father’s artistic talent, while others have lives that are full of mystery. I have found a list of all the children belonging to Carlos.
Edson Villagran
He works as a singer and also plans events. Edson operates his event management business called Barantz Events. On January 25, 2022, Edson and his wife, Mariana, celebrated their 31st wedding anniversary.
I saw Edson’s recent social media post, and it seems like he’s doing really well in his career. He has a strong bond with his mother, Rebeca Palacios.
Silvia Villagran
We don’t have much information about the Villagran children. From the limited information we gathered, it seems that she is known for her talent in adapting humorous characters.
Samantha Villagran
She has a variety of talents and interests, including interior decorating, designing, creating handcrafted items, and vlogging. In 2014, she founded Sammily Chuladas creatives, and since then, the business has experienced significant growth.
Samantha loves to showcase her stunning designs on both Instagram and her Youtube channel. The designer is in a loving relationship with her partner, Alex Salas, who also happens to be a photographer.
Paulo Villagran
The child of the famous actor is also an artist and earns a living through their work. He works as an illustrator, graphic designer, and instructor. His designs are able to capture the attention of both adults and younger individuals. He has created impressive murals and graffiti pieces for numerous individuals.
In addition, he arranges illustration seminars to share his knowledge and teach others. He conducted a notable illustration workshop in front of Diego Rivera’s famous mural, “Man at the Crossroads.”
The illustrator has had the opportunity to work with both local and international music and food companies.
Angel Villagran
Out of all of Carlos’s children, Angel chose to pursue a career in the entertainment industry just like his father. He became an actor. Angel has appeared in several movies, including Lady of Steel (2014), Yo soy Pepito (2018), and Control Z (2020).
Gustavo Villagran
He is a Mexican politician and the son of Carlos. In 2021, he decided to run for the position of Local Deputy in District 13. Gustavo got his name from his mom’s dad, who passed away a while ago.
Vanessa Villagran
Vannessa is Carlos’ youngest child and is known to have a special bond with him. The blogger has a unique and strong connection with her father, whom she lovingly calls her “papeeto boneeto.”
