Key Takeaways
- El Kompayaso passed away on October 17, 2024, at age 54 after suffering a stroke.
- In 2022, he revealed he was awaiting a kidney transplant.
- He gained fame after his appearance on “Tengo Talento, Mucho Talento.”
Eleazar del Valle, better known as El Kompayaso, was a beloved Mexican entertainer known for his bold humour, gaining fame as a comedian, voice actor, and TV host.
Sadly, El Kompayaso passed away at the age of 54 on Thursday, October 17, 2024. His d*ath occurred after spending several days in the hospital following a cerebrovascular event (stroke). He had been admitted to a government clinic on Friday night, October 11.
Doctors had withdrawn medications to help his recovery; however, his pre-existing kidney failure slowed his body’s ability to process the drugs, creating uncertainty about his recovery.
His sister Alicia explained:
His blood pressure went up, he had brain damage and we were never able to assess what size. Since Friday night we were in the hospital, he was intubated, they operated on him, we were waiting for him to wake up; unfortunately it wasn’t.
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In 2022, Eleazar revealed he had been suffering from kidney failure and was awaiting a kidney transplant. His health had worsened in recent weeks, requiring him to undergo hemodialysis three times a week.
He shared that his kidney problems were present from birth and had affected his health throughout his life.
Born on April 13, 1970, in Tulancingo, Hidalgo, Mexico, he spent his early childhood with his sister, Alicia, in the Vallejo-Linda Vista area of Mexico City. They grew up in “El Palomar,” a local housing unit.
He studied acting and directing at the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) for three years, although he did not complete his degree. He once said:
My intention was to finish my degree, but the strike came and I didn’t even return to the country, I just wanted to get a degree for my mother, because I didn’t need it for my career.
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During his early career, he developed his distinctive dark comedic style, which became his hallmark in Mexican entertainment.
His early exposure to the stage helped him build a successful career in comedy, spanning live performances and television.
In 2018, while working as a safety and accident prevention consultant, an opportunity arose for Kompayaso to enter television.
He gained significant recognition for his performances on the comedy show “Tengo Talento, Mucho Talento” alongside Ana Bárbara.
It was during this period that he introduced his famous clown persona, complete with a signature mask that became iconic. This mask wasn’t just a comedic tool but held deep personal meaning for him.
His fame grew even further when he joined the cast of “Chisme No Like,” a popular entertainment show.
In addition to his comedy career, El Kompayaso was also a talented voice actor. He lent his voice to various characters in animated films and video games.
His work included roles in movies such as “Madea’s Witness Protection” (2012) and “Madea’s Big Happy Family” (2011), where he voiced the character Madea.
He also voiced characters in animated films like “Madea’s Tough Love” (2015) and “ColorÃn Colorado, This Story Is Not Over” (2007).
Additionally, he contributed his voice talents to video games like “LEGO Marvel Super Heroes” (2013) and “Star Fox 64 3D” (2011).
Though he was a public figure, El Kompayaso kept much of his personal life private. He was the father of two children, one of whom, now 21 years old, lives with autism.
Over his 54 years, El Kompayaso left a lasting legacy in the entertainment industry.
Though he is no longer with us, his legacy will endure through the laughter and joy he brought to his fans.
He will always hold a special place in the hearts of Mexican entertainment lovers.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- El Kompayaso started his TV career as a writer and actor in Los Angeles in 2000 after working in theatre for years.
- He denied being “Trapicio” in a 2020 interview on the TV program “The program that changed my destiny.”
