Xavier López Rodríguez known professionally as Chabelo, was a Mexican actor, comedian, television presenter and children's music singer best known for his En Familia con Chabelo show which aired for 47 years and consisted of contests with people from the audience, gifts and games and was mainly for children. He had a 70 year old career that saw him starring in 30 films and worked on countless TV shows. López was born in Chicago but raised in Mexico, he was drafted into the US Army and served on... moreXavier López Rodríguez known professionally as Chabelo, was a Mexican actor, comedian, television presenter and children's music singer best known for his En Familia con Chabelo show which aired for 47 years and consisted of contests with people from the audience, gifts and games and was mainly for children. He had a 70 year old career that saw him starring in 30 films and worked on countless TV shows. López was born in Chicago but raised in Mexico, he was drafted into the US Army and served on a military base in California during the Korean War. After returning from his military service, López trained as a doctor before pursuing a career as a comedic actor, which he believed was his true calling. He was introduced and trained in the world of television by Panseco, worked on radio, and Gamboa (Ramiro), worked on TV. Soon after he was hired as Chabelo playing the role of TV host, and presents himself as a child named Chabelo. López would dress and perform in children’s clothing which would grow into a treasured comic cornerstone throughout the Mexican cinematic landscape, the show ended in 2015. López also featured in more than thirty films and recorded more than thirty albums. He also produced many programs like La Escuelita VIP, and Los Simuladores.
