Maxi Iglesias: Movies & Box Office

Born on 6 February 1991 in Madrid, Spain, Maximiliano Teodoro Iglesias Acevedo—better known as Maxi Iglesias—spent his formative years at the Colegio Cardenal Spínola, where a budding passion for performance began to surface. At the remarkably young age of six, he stepped onto the silver screen with a minor role in the film My Brother's Gun, marking the inception of a career that would span over two decades. His early television appearances included a 2005 debut on Hospital Central (Telecinco), followed by recurring parts in popular Spanish series such as Cuéntame cómo pasó and Amar en tiempos revueltos on La 1, showcasing his versatility across drama and family-oriented narratives. These early roles cultivated a solid foundation, allowing him to transition smoothly into more prominent projects. Over the subsequent years, Iglesias demonstrated a keen ability to adapt, appearing in the thriller Toledo, cruce de destinos and the fantasy‑drama Los protegidos (Antena 3), each performance sharpening his craft and expanding his audience reach. The turning point arrived with his compelling portrayal of César Cabano in the hit teen series Física o química (Antena 3), a role that catapulted him into national fame and cemented his status as a leading young actor in Spain. In addition to his acting credentials, Iglesias has cultivated a successful parallel career as a model and television presenter, gracing numerous magazine covers and hosting various entertainment programs, thereby reinforcing his public image as a multifaceted media personality. More recently, he took on the demanding role of Frank Farmer in the Spanish production of the musical The Bodyguard, demonstrating his range in musical theatre, while also joining the cast of the internationally streamed Netflix series Valeria from 2020 to 2023, further extending his presence to global audiences. Throughout his ongoing career, Maxi Iglesias continues to balance acting, modeling, and presenting, embodying a dynamic presence in contemporary Spanish entertainment.