Raul Julia Height, Weight, Age, Death Cause, Children, Facts, Biography

May 2024 · 3 minute read
Raul Julia Quick Info
Height6 ft 2 in
Weight78 kg
Date of BirthMarch 9, 1940
Zodiac SignPisces
Eye ColorDark Brown

Raul Julia was a Puerto Rican actor and theatre artist who has left behind a legacy of international fame and acclaim for his extensive contribution to cinema as well as for his tireless humanitarian efforts towards a number of causes, especially related to the Hispanic community.

Born Name

Raúl Rafael Juliá y Arcelay

Nick Name

Raul

Age

He was born on March 9, 1940.

Died

On October 24, 1994, Raul Julia died at the age of 54 in Manhasset, Nassau County, New York, United States due to terminal complications from the stroke.

Resting Place

Buxeda Cemetery, Cupey, San Juan, Puerto Rico

Sun Sign

Pisces

Born Place

Floral Park, San Juan, Puerto Rico

Nationality

Puerto Rican

Education

Raul Julia studied at Colegio San Ignacio de Loyola, an all-male, Catholic, Jesuit, college-preparatory school, and then attended Fordham University for a year.

After that, he got enrolled at the University of Puerto Rico and became a member of Phi Sigma Alpha Fraternity. Eventually, he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree.

Occupation

Actor, Theatre Artist

Family

Build

Slim

Height

6 ft 2 in or 188 cm

Weight

78 kg or 172 lbs

Girlfriend / Spouse

Raul Julia had dated –

  • Magda Vasallo (1965-1969) – He married Magda Vasallo in the year 1965 but the duo eventually divorced after a few years in 1969.
  • Merel Poloway (1976-1994) – In 1976, Raul Julia married actress Merel Poloway and the couple remained together until the time of Raul’s death. Also, the duo was blessed with 2 sons, namely, Raul and Benjamin.
  • Race / Ethnicity

    Mixed (Hispanic and Black)

    Raul Julia was of Puerto Rican as well as African-Dominican Republic descent.

    Hair Color

    Dark Brown

    Eye Color

    Dark Brown

    Sexual Orientation

    Straight

    Distinctive Features

    Brand Endorsements

    Raul Julia did print ads for Puerto Rico Tourism Board in 1989.

    Religion

    He was raised in a Catholic household.

    Raul Julia Favorite Things

    SourceWikipedia

    Raul Julia Facts

  • He made his first credited theatrical film appearance by playing the role of Marco in the American romantic drama film, The Panic in Needle Park, in 1971.
  • In 1985, he starred as Valentin Arregui in the Brazilian-American drama film, Kiss of the Spider Woman, alongside the likes of William Hurt, Sonia Braga, and Denise Dumont. For this role, Raul Julia won the National Board of Review award for “Best Actor” (shared with William Hurt).
  • He became the first man to win the Emmy Award and the Golden Globe posthumously.
  • During the course of his career, Raul Julia appeared in several shows and movies like The Burning Season, The Addams Family, Moon Over Parador, and Down Came a Blackbird.
  • Featured Image by Movie Studio / eBay / Public Domain

    ncG1vNJzZmiglZa5tbTYnJylnZJjsLC5jquYrqRdn8KttcBo