Famous people from Mexican

Explore Mexico’s vibrant constellation of voices and visionaries whose ideas, stories, and achievements shape cultural and civic life. From groundbreaking writers and philosophers to influential artists, educators, scientists, and public leaders, their work spans literature, criticism, visual arts, film, journalism, and social advocacy. Each figure reflects the country’s rich regional diversity, Indigenous and mestizo heritage, and global outlook, offering insights that resonate far beyond national borders. Find inspiration in their creativity, courage, and contributions to dialogue, identity, and progress.
View all Quotes from Mexican authors| Author | Profession | Quotes | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adolfo Aguilar Zinser | Diplomat | 3 | 1949 - 2005 | |
| Adolfo Lopez Mateos | Statesman | 1 | 1909 - 1969 | |
| Alfonso G. Robles | Diplomat | 4 | 1911 - 1991 | |
| Alma Guillermoprieto | Journalist | 15 | 1949 | |
| Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador | Politician | 4 | 1953 | |
| Anthony Quinn | Actor | 25 | 1915 - 2001 | |
| Carlos Fuentes | Novelist | 3 | 1929 - 2012 | |
| Carlos Salinas de Gortari | Statesman | 5 | 1948 | |
| Carlos Santana | Musician | 12 | 1947 | |
| Diego Rivera | Artist | 4 | 1886 - 1957 | |
| Frida Kahlo | Painter | 11 | 1907 - 1954 | |
| Gael Garcia Bernal | Actor | 9 | 1978 | |
| Gloria Trevi | Musician | 6 | 1968 | |
| Guillermo del Toro | Director | 24 | 1964 | |
| Jose C. Orozco | Painter | 5 | 1883 - 1949 | |
| Luis Barragan | Architect | 8 | 1902 - 1988 | |
| Luis Bunuel | Director | 10 | 1900 - 1983 | |
| Luis Miguel | Musician | 5 | 1970 | |
| Miguel Angel Ruiz | Author | 7 | 1952 | |
| Miguel de Icaza | Scientist | 24 | 1972 | |
| Octavio Paz | Poet | 13 | 1914 - 1998 | |
| Paul Rodriguez | Comedian | 4 | 1955 | |
| Ricardo Montalban | Actor | 12 | 1920 - 2009 | |
| Salma Hayek | Actress | 34 | 1966 | |
| Trini Lopez | Musician | 1 | 1937 | |
| Vicente Fox | Statesman | 13 | 1942 | |