Written in NEWS he 3/5/2025 · 08:15 hs
One of the most endearing figures of Gold cinema Mexican had a start of life marked by family rejection. This is José René Ruiz Martínez, better known as Refreshand actor that he managed to earn a place in the heart of the public, despite the prejudices he faced since his childhood.
Why did Tun Tun’s father considered him “deformed”?
Born with dwarfism, the young José René was hidden during his childhood by his own father, who saw him as a child “Deforming”. The fear of teasing and discrimination led the father to keep him away from the outside world, a decision that marked the future comedian with years of isolation.
However, life took a turn when, at 17, she met the dancer Rocío Gentz. She introduced it to the artistic world, opening her way in the middle of the show and changing her destiny forever.
How did Tun Tun start his career at the golden Cinema?
Thanks to your talent and sympathy, Refresh It was incorporated into the films of the famous Germán Valdés ‘Tin Tan’. Together they formed an unforgettable pair in the history of Gold cinema Mexican, participating in films such as ‘Don’t defend me, Compadre’ (1949), ‘The King of Barrio’ (1950) y ‘Simbad, the dizziness’ (1950).
The combination of charisma and scenic presence made it an indispensable character within the comedies of the time. His height was never an impediment, but part of a personality that connected deeply with the audience.
What happened to Tun Tun after the golden age of Mexican cinema?
With the closure of Gold cinemalabor opportunities for many artists were drastically reduced. It was no exception for The actor Tampiqueño, who faced a difficult stage until he found a new opportunity in the file cinema during the seventies.
In this new facet, Refresh participated in productions such as ‘The neighborhood’, ‘The day of the masons’ y ‘Los Grustros’where he stood out again in comic roles within a more daring and popular genre.
How was the end of Tun Tun’s life?
Despite his professional resurgence, the actor’s personal life was affected by betrayals. His wife abandoned him after staying with his assets, leaving him in a situation of economic and emotional vulnerability.
In his last years, Refresh He lived in the House of the actora shelter for retired artists. There he spent his last days until his death on October 16, 1993, because of a myocardial infarction.
The story of Refresh It is an example of how talent and perseverance can overcome prejudices and adversities. Despite having been seen as “Deforming” In his childhood, he became an emblematic figure of the Gold cinema and of Mexican popular culture.
