Who Is Iván Fandiño? Age, Biography and Wiki
Iván Fandiño was born on September 29, 1980, in Orduña, Spain. His passion for bullfighting emerged at an early age, leading him to become one of the prominent figures in the sport. Fandiño’s career spanned over a decade, during which he gained recognition for his skill and bravery in the arena. Despite his tragic death on June 17, 2017, Fandiño's legacy continues to inspire aspiring bullfighters and fans around the world.
| Occupation | Bullfighter |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | September 29, 1980 |
| Age | 36 Years |
| Birth Place | Orduña, Biscay, Spain |
| Horoscope | Libra |
| Country | France |
| Date of death | 17 June, 2017 |
| Died Place | Mont-de-Marsan, Landes, France |
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Iván Fandiño's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Iván Fandiño stood at an impressive height of approximately 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm) and weighed around 160 lbs (73 kg). His athletic physique was crucial to his performance in the bullring, where agility and strength play vital roles in a bullfighter’s success.
In the 2003 bullfighting season, Fandiño took part in seven novilladas in which he reaped eleven appendages (ears or perhaps tails). On the afternoon of 28 September he performed at Moralzarzal, where after cutting an ear from each of his young bulls from the La Guadamilla ranch, he was proclaimed the champion of the Madrid novillero cycle.
The 2004 bullfighting season brought Fandiño his baptism in blood: a bull calf bearing the Madrazo brand gored him in Balmaseda on 17 July, but it was deemed to be only a minor goring. He was certainly healed enough by the time of the important ceremony in the capital a few months later.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
Before his passing, Iván Fandiño was believed to be in a committed relationship but maintained a level of privacy about his personal life. As of now, there is no confirmed information about any girlfriend or boyfriend he may have had, nor any records of a spouse. Fandiño cherished his family during his lifetime, and they have continued to honor his memory.
Perhaps foreseeing the worst outcome, Fandiño apparently wrote a goodbye letter to those close to him. He wrote it on 15 May 2015, about two years before his fateful encounter with Provechito, and kept it in a suitcase that only he used.
It was not found until his widow Cayetana was doing some housecleaning about two months after his death, and came upon her late husband's old piece of luggage. "Surely if you are reading this, it will all be over," begins the letter.
Fandiño continued with "The price that I have had to pay is probably too hard, but my soul is at peace," and then warned "Tomorrow is not guaranteed anybody." Needless to say, the letter's appearance was a very emotional event for everybody involved.
Fandiño had chosen this way to bid farewell to his parents, his sister, his apoderado (who was the one to make this story public in an interview), and of course his wife and young daughter, who was not quite two when her father died.
Net Worth and Salary
At the time of his death, Iván Fandiño had an estimated net worth of approximately $1 million. His earnings were driven by his bullfighting career, sponsorships, and appearances. Though specifics about his annual salary are not publicly disclosed, top bullfighters often earn significant amounts per performance, especially in prestigious events.
Career, Business and Investments
Iván Fandiño’s career as a bullfighter began in the early 2000s, where he quickly made his mark in various bullrings across Spain and internationally. His dedication to the art of bullfighting was evident in his performances, leading to numerous awards and accolades. In addition to his bullfighting career, Fandiño was involved in businesses related to his passion, although details on specific investments remain sparse.
After Fandiño's short time at the Vitoria and Valencia bullfighting schools in Bilbao – both went out of business twenty days after he joined – during the 2000 and 2001 bullfighting seasons he shared bullfighting instruction alongside bullfighters Raúl Gracia, El Tato, Antonio Ferrera, and Juan José Padilla, on the banks of the mouth of the
River Guadalquivir, in Sanlúcar de Barrameda.
At first announced by the nickname El Niño de la Antigua, Fandiño later chose to drop this nickname in 2003.
Social Network
Though Iván Fandiño passed away in 2017, his legacy continues to resonate on social media. Various fan pages and tribute accounts on platforms like Instagram and Twitter celebrate his life and accomplishments. Additionally, his official accounts during his career featured highlights of his events and personal moments, allowing his followers to connect with him during his journey.
Unveiled on 29 September 2019 – which would have been Fandiño's 39th birthday – at the entrance to the Arènes Maurice-Lauche bullring in Aire-sur-l'Adour, the scene of the bullfighter's death, was yet another monument in his memory. Like the one in Orduña, this one was Sergio del Amo's work. It was a project of the French Board of Bullfighting Clubs and was funded by popular subscription.
Education
Details about Iván Fandiño's educational background are not widely documented. However, it is evident that his upbringing in a culturally rich environment, along with training in bullfighting, contributed to his development as a professional bullfighter.
Following the difficult start to the 2005 bullfighting season, in which he fought ten bullfights in top-class arenas in, among other cities, Madrid and Barcelona, Fandiño took his alternativa on 25 August 2005, once again finding himself at Bilbao's Vista Alegre bullring for this occasion.
Standing as "godfather" was Julián López Escobar "El Juli", while Salvador Vega García bore witness. The bull used in the ceremony was Afrodisíaco, a chestnut beast weighing 517 kg from the new El Ventorrillo ranch.
