Luis Spota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Luis Mario Cayetano Spota Saavedra Ruotti Castañares
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Bust of Spota in Mexico City.
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| Born | July 13, 1925 |
| Died | January 20, 1985 (aged 59) |
| Nationality | Mexican |
| Occupation | Writer, Journalist, Boxing official |
Luis Mario Cayetano Spota Saavedra Ruotti Castañares (born July 13, 1925, in Mexico City – died January 20, 1985) was a famous Mexican writer, journalist, and film director. He was also an important official in the world of boxing.
Even though he didn't finish primary school, Luis Spota became a very successful author and journalist. Many people knew him from his appearances on TV and radio. He also wrote many scripts for the Mexican film industry. He was good friends with the Mexican president Miguel Aleman Valdes.
He made history as the first President of the World Boxing Council (WBC). He held this important role from February 1963 to September 1968.
His Work in Movies
Luis Spota was a talented screenwriter. This means he wrote the stories and dialogue for movies. Many films were based on his books and ideas.
One famous movie based on his work was En La Palma de Tu Mano (In the Palm of Your Hand). This drama won many top awards in 1951. Another film was The Empty Star (La estrella vacía), starring the famous actress María Félix.
He also wrote The Paper Man (El hombre de papel). The main actor in this film, Ignacio López Tarso, won an award for his performance. Luis Spota also directed several action movies himself. He directed a film called Amor en cuatro tiempos (Love in Four Times) in 1955.
Leading the World of Boxing
Luis Spota played a huge part in the world of boxing and Lucha libre (Mexican wrestling). He was the president of the Mexico Boxing and Lucha Libre Commission. He held this position from 1959 until his death in 1985.
He is best known for being the very first President of the World Boxing Council (WBC). This is a major organization in professional boxing. He led the WBC from February 1963 until September 1968. His leadership helped shape boxing as we know it today.
See also
In Spanish: Luis Spota para niños
