Born in Cuba in 1933, he became an iconic figure in Italian cinema, renowned for his roles in spaghetti westerns and crime films during the 1960s and 1970s. After studying at the Actors Studio in New York, he moved to Italy, where he gained fame for his charismatic and versatile performances. Known for his collaborations with directors like Sergio Corbucci and Umberto Lenzi, he often portrayed anti-heroes and gritty characters. His career spanned several decades, leaving a lasting impact on genre cinema.