El Gallo facts for kids

El Gallo is a Spanish phrase that means "The Rooster". It's a popular nickname given to many different people and things, often because roosters are known for being strong, brave, or having a loud voice!

Famous People Called El Gallo

Many talented people, especially in sports and music, have been known by the nickname "El Gallo."

Singers and Musicians

• Luis Aguilar (actor) (1918–1997): He was a famous Mexican actor and singer. People called him "El Gallo Giro," which means "The Golden Rooster." He was known for his roles in many movies from Mexico's Golden Age of cinema.
• Valentín Elizalde (1979–2006): This Mexican singer was known as "El Gallo de Oro," or "The Golden Rooster." He sang popular regional Mexican music.
• Tito Rojas (born 1955): A well-known Puerto Rican salsa singer, he was also called "El Gallo." He had a powerful voice and many hit songs.
• Rosendo "El Gallo" Díaz: He is a singer in the famous Cuban salsa and timba band, Manolito y su Trabuco.

Boxers

Several boxers have used "El Gallo" as their fighting nickname, showing their strength and courage in the ring.

• Martín Castillo (born 1977): A Mexican boxer known as "El Gallo."
• Juan de la Rosa (born 1986): Another Mexican boxer, nicknamed "El Gallo Negro," meaning "The Black Rooster."
• Antonio Rivera (1963–2005): A Puerto Rican boxer who fought under the name "El Gallo Rivera."
• José Antonio Rivera (born 1973): An American boxer also known as "El Gallo."

Other Famous People

• José Gómez Ortega (1895–1920): A famous Spanish matador (bullfighter) known as "El Gallo."
• Rafael Gómez Ortega (1882–1960): José's brother, also a very famous Spanish matador, who shared the nickname "El Gallo."
• El Gallo (wrestler) (born 1984): This is the ring name of a Mexican professional wrestler who wears a mask.
• Wil Myers (born 1990): A professional baseball player who has also been called "El Gallo."

Fictional Characters

• El Gallo is a character in the musical The Fantasticks. He acts as the narrator and also plays a part in the story, helping the young lovers.

Places

• San Rafael, New Mexico: This town in the United States is also sometimes known as "El Gallo."

See also

In Spanish: El Gallo para niños