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Birthplace (Town, City) & Year
San Juan, Puerto Rico,1970
Field Best Known For
Comedian, Radio Host
Awards & Recognition
Creator and host of "El Vacilón de la Mañana," the No.1 Spanish-language morning radio show in the U.S.
Padrino (Godfather) of the National Puerto Rican Day Parade in 2003
Bio
Luis Jiménez is a Puerto Rican-American comedian and radio host renowned for his influential role in Spanish-language broadcasting. Born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, in 1970, Jiménez moved to New York City in 1993, where he created "El Vacilón de la Mañana," a morning radio show that became the top-rated Spanish-language program in the U.S. His comedic style and engaging content resonated with Latino audiences, earning him widespread acclaim. Beyond radio, Jiménez has ventured into film and television, further solidifying his impact on Latino media. His contributions have significantly shaped the representation of Puerto Rican culture in mainstream media, inspiring a new generation of Latino entertainers.
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