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Javier Botet Biography

Birth Name:Javier Botet López

Birth Place:Ciudad Real, Spain

Profession Actor, Director, Writer, Producer, Editor

Fast Facts

Was diagnosed at the age of six with Marfan syndrome, which causes his extreme height and slenderness
Became involved in acting after a movie-makeup class teacher introduced him to directors
Started out working as a book illustrator
Frequently takes on the role of horror characters
Gained widespread recognition for his role in the film "Mama․"