José Padilla facts for kids

José Padilla is a name shared by several interesting and important people. This page will tell you about some of them, from poets and musicians to leaders and artists.

Famous People Named José Padilla

José Gualberto Padilla

José Gualberto Padilla (born in 1829, died in 1896) was a talented poet from Puerto Rico. He was also a politician who worked to make Puerto Rico independent. This means he wanted Puerto Rico to be its own country, separate from other nations. He used his words and his actions to support his homeland.

José Prudencio Padilla

José Prudencio Padilla (born in 1784, died in 1828) was a brave military leader from Colombia. He played an important part in Colombia's fight for independence from Spain. He was known for his skills in naval battles, helping his country gain freedom.

José Trinidad Padilla

José Trinidad Padilla (born in 1957) is a politician from Mexico. He has been involved in Mexican politics, working with a political party called the Institutional Revolutionary Party (IRP). Politicians help make decisions for their country and its people.

José Padilla (composer)

José Padilla (born in 1889, died in 1960) was a famous Spanish composer. A composer is someone who writes music. He was often called "Maestro Padilla" because of his great musical talent. He wrote many popular songs and pieces that are still enjoyed today.

José Padilla Sr.

José Padilla Sr. (born in 1888, died in 1945) was a well-known person in the Philippines. He was both a politician and an actor. This means he helped lead his country and also performed in movies or plays.

José Padilla Jr.

José Padilla Jr. (born in 1911, died in 1978) was the son of José Padilla Sr. Like his father, he was also a Filipino actor. He was also a boxer, which is a type of athlete who competes in boxing matches.

José Padilla (DJ)

José Padilla (born in 1955, died in 2020) was a Spanish DJ. A DJ, or disc jockey, plays music for people to enjoy, often at parties or clubs. He was especially famous for his chill-out music, which is relaxing and calm.

José Padilla (academic administrator)

José Padilla is an academic administrator. This means he helps run a university. He became the president of Valparaiso University in 2021. The president is the main leader of a university, overseeing its operations and goals.

See also

In Spanish: José Padilla para niños

• José Padilha (born in 1967) is a film director, producer, and writer from Brazil. He creates movies and television shows.
• Juan José Padilla (born in 1973) is a Spanish torero, which is another word for a bullfighter.