Fernando Álvaro Lamas (b. January 9 1915, Buenos Aires, Argentina – d. October 8 1982, Los Angeles, California) was an Argentina-born American actor and director, and the father of actor Lorenzo Lamas. His full birth name was Fernando Álvaro Lamas y de Santos
Father of Lorenzo Lamas
Father-in-law of Michelle Smith (II).
Father-in-law of Kathleen Kinmont.
Brother-in-law of Stanton Williams.
His effortless charm and way with the ladies earned him the moniker ("First of the Red Hot Lamas").
Grandfather of A.J. Lamas.
He was cast in the series "Gavilan" (1982), but due to the cancer that would take his life, he was forced to withdraw from the role after filming a few episodes. Patrick Macnee replaced him in the cast, and the scenes were redone.
Was nominated for Broadway's 1957 Tony Award as Best Actor (Musical) for "Happy Hunting."
