José Pascual Antonio Aguilar Márquez Barraza was one of the most iconic actor-singers of Mexican cinema. He began his singing career in the 1940's and then debuted in national Mexican cinema in 1952, during its Golden era. Later in his acting career, Aguilar was noted for his brilliant portrayals of revolutionary and folk-song heroes in historical films. He was awarded a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for Recording, September 7, 2000.