Fele Martínez, real name is Rafael Martínez, is a Spanish actor.
He is best known for his performances in Thesis (Tesis), Open Your Eyes (Abre los ojos), Bad Education (La mala educación), DarkBlueAlmostBlack (Azuloscurocasinegro), and the television series Physics or Chemistry (Física o Química).
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| Real Name: | Rafael Martínez |
| Stage Name: | Fele Martínez |
| Born: | February 22, 1975 (age 51 years old) |
| Place of Birth: | Alicante, Valencian Community, Spain |
| Nationality: | Spanish |
| Ethnicity: | White (Spanish) |
| Height: | 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm) |
| Religion: | Christianity |
| Parents: | Mr. And Mrs. Martínez |
| Siblings: | Paco Martínez |
| Relationship: | Mónica Regueiro |
| Children: | Otto Martínez |
| Occupation: | Actor |
| Net Worth: | $3 million |
Early Life and Education
Fele Martínez was born on February 22, 1975, in Alicante, Valencian Community, Spain. He was raised by Mr. Martínez and Mrs. Martínez.
He is of Spanish ethnicity. He grew up having one sibling Paco Martínez. His religion is Christianity.
He initially enrolled in Architecture at the University of Alicante, but his growing passion for acting led him to leave his studies and join a local theatre group, where he began developing his skills as a performer before entering the Spanish film industry.
Career
Fele Martínez launched his professional acting career in the mid-1990s with Thesis (Tesis) (1996), directed by Alejandro Amenábar. His outstanding performance earned him the Goya Award for Best New Actor, making him one of Spain’s most promising young performers.
He reunited with Amenábar in the psychological science fiction thriller Open Your Eyes (Abre los ojos) (1997), a film that achieved international acclaim and later inspired the Hollywood remake Vanilla Sky.
Fele Martínez continued to build an impressive career with leading roles in The Art of Dying, Bad Education, DarkBlueAlmostBlack, The Absent, Tesis sobre un homicidio, and Alpha Males.
On television, he gained widespread popularity as Mario in Physics or Chemistry (Física o Química) and later appeared in successful productions including I’m Alive (Estoy vivo), Oil on Canvas (La Caza), 30 Coins (30 Monedas), and Bellas Artes. His versatility across drama, thriller, comedy, and romance has made him a prominent figure in Spanish cinema and television.
Personal Life
Fele Martínez, 51 years old, has been in a long-term relationship with Mónica Regueiro. The couple have a child together with Otto Martínez.
He enjoys music, theatre, photography, and independent cinema. He has remained actively involved in Spanish film and television while participating in cultural and artistic events. His height is 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm).
Net Worth
Fele Martínez has accumulated a net worth of $3 million USD. His income is generated through film and television acting, theatre performances, endorsements, and public appearances.
His long-running career in acclaimed Spanish productions, together with his award-winning performances, has contributed significantly to his financial success.
Filmography
Films
- Thesis (Tesis) (1996)
- Open Your Eyes (Abre los ojos) (1997)
- The Art of Dying (2000)
- Bad Education (La mala educación) (2004)
- DarkBlueAlmostBlack (Azuloscurocasinegro) (2006)
- The Absent (Ausentes) (2005)
- Tesis sobre un homicidio (2013)
- When the Angels Sleep (Cuando los ángeles duermen) (2018)
Television
- Physics or Chemistry (Física o Química) (2008–2011)
- I’m Alive (Estoy vivo) (2018)
- Oil on Canvas (La Caza) (2021)
- 30 Coins (30 Monedas) (2023)
- Alpha Males (Machos Alfa) (2022–present)
- Bellas Artes (2024)