Eduardo Yáñez is a renowned Mexican actor, widely regarded as one of the country's most celebrated leading men of stage and television. Born in Mexico City, this charismatic and handsome star has become a sought-after figure in the Mexican television industry.
Throughout his illustrious career, Yáñez has appeared in numerous soap operas, including Quiéreme siempre (1981),El amor nunca muere (1982),El maleficio (1983),Tú eres mi destino (1984),Senda de gloria (1987),Marielena (1992),Guadalupe (1993),En carne propia (1990),and Sweet Challenge (1988),to name a few. His performance in Guadalupe (1993) earned him widespread critical acclaim, while his role in Yo compro esa mujer (1990) solidified his status as a leading man of unique style and ability.
Yáñez has also successfully crossed over to the American market, co-starring in films such as The Punisher (2004) alongside John Travolta, Held Up (1999) with Jamie Foxx, and Striptease (1996) with Demi Moore and Ving Rhames. As an Emmy Award-winning actor, Yáñez has also made a name for himself in television, with notable roles on CSI: Miami (2002) opposite David Caruso and Sleeper Cell (2005).
Yáñez has been recognized for his talents, having been named one of the hottest 50 men in the world by People Espa;ñol. His latest telenovella, La verdad oculta (2006),is currently ranked #1 in Mexico and is rapidly gaining popularity in all Spanish language markets worldwide, including Spain. The series is set to be released in the United States, making it the most anticipated series in the history of Spanish television.