El Chapo: The True Story Of The Kingpin's Rise & Fall

Ever wondered how a notorious drug lord's life translates onto the screen? The gripping saga of Joaqu\u00edn 'El Chapo' Guzm\u00e1n's ascent and fall is not just a tale of crime, but a dramatic narrative that has captivated audiences worldwide. From his humble beginnings to becoming one of the most powerful figures in the drug trade, his story is now vividly portrayed in the 'El Chapo' television series.

The series, a collaborative venture between Univision and Netflix, offers an unflinching look into the life of "El Chapo," from his early days in the 1980s working for the Guadalajara Cartel, his rise to power during the '90s, and his ultimate downfall in 2016. Premiering on April 23, 2017, on Univision before reaching a global audience on Netflix, the show has become a compelling exploration of crime, power, and survival. The series delves into the complex layers of the man behind the myth, showcasing his strategic mind, his brutal tactics, and the intricate web of relationships that defined his reign.

Full Name Joaqu\u00edn Archivaldo Guzm\u00e1n Loera
Alias El Chapo
Birth Date December 25, 1954 (Some sources claim April 4, 1957)
Birth Place La Tuna, Badiraguato, Sinaloa, Mexico
Nationality Mexican
Occupation Drug Lord (Former Leader of the Sinaloa Cartel)
Years Active 1980s - 2016 (until his final capture)
Criminal Activities Drug Trafficking, Murder, Money Laundering, Racketeering
Cartel Guadalajara Cartel (Early Career), Sinaloa Cartel (Leader)
Net Worth Estimated in the billions of dollars at the height of his power (now seized)
Spouse(s) Alejandrina Mar\u00edal Salazar Hern\u00e1ndez (m. 1977), Griselda L\u00f3pez P\u00e9rez, Emma Coronel Aispuro (m. 2007)
Children Numerous, including Iv\u00e1n Archivaldo Guzm\u00e1n Salazar, Jes\u00fas Alfredo Guzm\u00e1n Salazar, Ovidio Guzm\u00e1n L\u00f3pez, Griselda Guadalupe Guzm\u00e1n L\u00f3pez, and twins Maria Joaquina and Emali Guadalupe Guzm\u00e1n Coronel
Legal Status Convicted. Serving a life sentence at ADX Florence, a supermax prison in the United States.
Key Events Escapes from prison in 2001 and 2015, final capture in 2016, extradition to the United States in 2017.
Actor Portraying El Chapo in the Series Marco de la O
Reference Britannica - Joaqu\u00edn Guzm\u00e1n Loera
Unveiling The El Chapo Cast On Netflix A Deep Dive Into The Characters
Unveiling The El Chapo Cast On Netflix A Deep Dive Into The Characters
Conoce a los personajes de la serie El Chapo Univision
Conoce a los personajes de la serie El Chapo Univision
Netflix lanza trĂ¡iler de la segunda temporada de "El Chapo" Noticias
Netflix lanza trĂ¡iler de la segunda temporada de "El Chapo" Noticias

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