Manolo Solo

Manuel Jesús Fernández Serrano (11 January 1964 – 30 July 2026), better known as Manolo Solo, was a Spanish actor. Solo started off as a musician in the Sevillian rock scene, and later turned to acting. He achieved a late recognition as a leading actor after persevering in many middle and minor roles in tens of features, shorts and series, including his portrayals of Judge Ruz in B, la película (2015) and a small-time dealer in The Fury of a Patient Man (2016), for which he won the Goya Award for Best Supporting Actor. After his performance in Close Your Eyes (2023) he landed other leading roles in his final years in The Portuguese House (2025) and Nothing Personal (2025). His television work includes performances in 30 Coins, Celeste, and The Anatomy of a Moment. He was the recipient of multiple accolades, including a Goya Award and four Actors and Actresses Union Awards.