Biography
Rubén Blades is a famous Panamanian actor, singer, activist, musician, composer, and politician. He was born on July 16, 1948, in Panama City, Panama. He married Luba Mason in 2006. He is known as the Minister of Tourism of Panama (2004-9). He started early education in his hometown and graduated from the University of Panama in Law and Harvard University with an LL.M.
Quick Facts
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Rubén Blades Bellido de Luna |
| Date of Birth | July 16, 1948 |
| Place of Birth | Panama City, Panama |
| Profession | Musician, Singer, Composer, Actor, Activist, Politician |
| Known For | Pioneering salsa and Latin jazz music, Acting career, Political activism |
| Spouse | Luba Mason (married in 2006) |
| Parents | Rubén Darío Blades Sr. (father), Anoland Díaz (mother) |
| Siblings | Roberto Blades (younger brother) |
| Education | Law degree from the University of Panama, LL.M in International Law from Harvard University |
| Notable Achievements | – Twelve Grammy Awards and eleven Latin Grammy Awards |
| – Successful acting career with roles in films such as “Predator 2” and “Fear the Walking Dead” | |
| – Minister of Tourism of Panama (2004–2009) | |
| – Icon in Latin music and activism |
Ruben Blades Songs
| Song | Album | Release Year |
|---|---|---|
| Pedro Navaja | Siembra | 1978 |
| Amor y Control | Amor y control | 1992 |
| Decisiones | Buscando América | 1984 |
| Buscando Guayaba | Siembra | 1978 |
| Te Están Buscando | Canciones Del Solar De Los Aburridos | 1981 |
| Camaleon | Caminando | 1991 |
| Plastico | Siembra | 1978 |
| Sin tu carino | Bohemio y Poeta | 1979 |
| Prohibido olvidar | Caminando | 1991 |
| Quitate Tu | Live at the Cheetah | 1971 |
| Paula C | Bohemio y Poeta | 1979 |
| Adán García | Amor y control | 1992 |
| Pablo Pueblo | Metiendo Mano! | 1977 |
| Color Esperanza 2020 | Color Esperanza 2020 | 2020 |
| Quiero Saber | Bamboleo | 1988 |
| Vino Añejo | La Rosa de Los Vientos | 1996 |
Ruben Blades Movies & Shows
| Title | Release Year(s) |
|---|---|
| Fear the Walking Dead | 2015 – 2023 |
| Predator 2 | 1990 |
| Once Upon a Time in Mexico | 2003 |
| Rubén Blades: Camaleón | Since 1991 |
| Rubén Blades: Ligia Elena | Since 1978 |
| Calle 13: La Perla | – |
| The Devil’s Own | 1997 |
| Ruben Blades Is Not My Name | 2018 |
| Safe House | 2012 |
| Color of Night | 1994 |
| Hands of Stone | 2016 |
| The Milagro Beanfield War | 1988 |
| The Super | 1991 |
| Residente | 2017 |
| The Last Fight | 1983 |
| Latin GRAMMY 2021 | Since 2021 |
| Secuestro Express | 2005 |
| For Greater Glory: The True Story of Cristiada | 2012 |
| Dead Man Out | 1989 |
| Fatal Beauty | 1987 |
| Disorganized Crime | 1989 |
| Crazy from the Heart | 1991 |
| All the Pretty Horses | 2000 |
| The Josephine Baker Story | 1991 |
| Critical Condition | 1987 |
| The Two Jakes | 1990 |
| The Counselor | 2013 |
| Mo’ Better Blues | 1990 |
| Do the Right Thing | 1989 |
| Empire | 2002 |
| Bad 25 | 2012 |
| A Million to Juan | 1994 |
| Cradle Will Rock | 1999 |
| Chinese Box | 1997 |
| Imagining Argentina | 2003 |
| Assassination Tango | 2002 |
| Q&A | 1990 |
| Scorpion Spring | 1995 |
| John Leguizamo’s Latin History for Morons | 2018 |
| Homeboy | 1988 |
| Gideon’s Crossing | 2000 – 2001 |
| When the Mountains Tremble | 1983 |
| The Lemon Sisters | 1990 |
| The Maldonado Miracle | 2003 |
| Ruben Blades: Creo En Ti | Since 1992 |
| Fear the Walking Dead: Episode Diaries | Since 2021 |
| Yo Soy La Salsa | – |
| Rubén Blades: Plantación adentro | Since 1977 |
| One Man’s War | 1991 |
| The Story of Fausta | 1988 |
| Ruben Blades: Vida | Since 1999 |
FAQs about Ruben Blades Biography
What is the full name of Ruben Blades?
The full name of Ruben Blades is Rubén Blades Bellido de Luna.
What is the Profession of Ruben Blades?
Ruben Blades is known for his multifaceted career as a musician, singer, composer, actor, activist, and politician.
What is the age of Ruben Blades?
Ruben Blades is currently 75 years old.
Who is Ruben Blades’s spouse?
Ruben Blades is married to singer Luba Mason.
Who are Ruben Blades’s Parents?
Ruben Blades’s father is Rubén Darío Blades Sr., and his mother is Anoland Díaz (real surname Bellido de Luna).
Who are Ruben Blades’s siblings?
Ruben Blades has a younger brother named Roberto Blades.
What is the net worth of Ruben Blades?
The net worth of Ruben Blades is approximately $12 Million.
What is the education of Ruben Blades?
Ruben Blades holds a Law degree from the University of Panama and an LL.M in International Law from Harvard University.
What are the major awards Ruben Blades received?
Ruben Blades has received twelve Grammy Awards out of 20 nominations, eleven Latin Grammy Awards, and other honors such as the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Performance in 1993, the Hispanic Heritage Award in Music in 1992, and many more accolades for his contributions to music and activism.
