Fans are in shock as famous Mexican actor and comedian Xavier Lopez Rodríguez ‘Chabelo’, was announced dead, find out more about his brief bio and career, cause of death, age, marriage, children, net worth, and more
The Mexican TV legend reportedly passed away on Saturday, March 24, much to the shock of fans worldwide.
Xavier Lopez Rodriguez Chabelo cause of death, obituary, net worth, age, family, wife, children
BREAKING NEWS: Beloved Mexican actor and comedian Xavier López 'Chabelo' dies at 88 The artist died "suddenly" due to "abdominal complications". He marked an era on television for more than 40 years with the program 'En familia con Chabelo'. pic.twitter.com/xYNlE4UX4G
— Vanesa (@vanesaolvera_) March 25, 2023
Esta es una mañana muy triste, Xavier Lopez Chabelo , padre, hermano y esposo nos ha dejado de manera súbita, causa de complicaciones abdominales.
— Xavier Lopez Chabelo (@chabelooficial) March 25, 2023
Chabelo exhibited an infectious energy, warm personality, and devotion to entertaining and educating children. All these characters earned him the love and admiration of several generations of viewers across Mexico and beyond.
Chabelo cause of death
According to his family, Chabelo was suffering from various illnesses and ultimately the cause of his death was abdominal complications.
Following the tragic news, Chabelo’s family posted a statement on Twitter, saying:
This is a very sad morning, Xavier Lopez Chabelo, father, brother and husband has left us suddenly, cause if abdominal complications. With a broken soul and knowing that many people have loved him for many years and will feel his departure, we ask you to pray for his rest and give us the opportunity to pass in peace the grief that overwhelms the entire family”
Chabelo brief bio and age
Chabelo Xavier López Rodríguez was born in 1935, in Chicago and he began his initial career in entertainment industry at a very young age. He began his career by appearing in films and on radio shows. The veteran entertainer was 88 years old at the time of his passing.
Chabelo career
Interestingly, Chabelo studied medicine and he has also worked as a doctor for several years. Altogether, the TV legend had been entertaining audiences worldwide for over 60 years. His most famous shows include a long-running children’s television program titled ‘En Familia con Chabelo’. The show aired for over 48 years, and held the distinction of being one of the longest-running TV shows worldwide.
Marriage and children
Chabelo married his wife Triesta Miranda back in 1981. The couple have three children together named Oscar, Javier, and Juan Gabriel. According to various reports, Miranda owns several businesses across Mexico, including a restaurant chain co-venture with Chabelo called ‘the Chabelo’s’. Prior to his marriage with Triesta, the comedian and TV show host was married to Angelita Castany.
Chabelo net worth
According to various sources, Chabelo has an estimated net worth of around $5 million.