Chiquito de la Calzada
About Chiquito de la Calzada
Gregorio Esteban Sánchez Fernández, known as Chiquito de la Calzada, was a Spanish humorist, flamenco singer and comic actor born in Málaga. He worked as a flamenco singer before becoming popular as a stand-up comedian, telling short jokes live on stage with a surreal, histrionic delivery and constant gesticulation.
His television breakthrough was Genio y figura on Antena 3, a humour programme that began in summer 1994. Expressions such as Fistro and Jarl became part of Spanish slang. He appeared in films including Condemor, el pecador de la pradera and Spanish Movie, and he was posthumously awarded the Medalla de Oro al Mérito en las Bellas Artes.
Guest appearances (4)
Videos on other comedians' channels featuring Chiquito de la Calzada.
Guest appearances 1 to 4 of 4.
4:20Cruz Y Raya - Curro Jimenez Con Chiquito De La Calzada | Juan Muñoz Cómico
Juan Antonio Muñoz
220.7K views
4:55Chiquito de la Calzada en Estoy Vivo | José Mota
José Mota
161.8K views
3:58"Al Ataqueer" Cruz y Raya. Con Chiquito de la Calzada. Remasterizado. Juan Muñoz Cómico
Juan Antonio Muñoz
9.6K views
4:20CRUZ Y RAYA CON CHIQUITO DE LA CALZADA
Juan Antonio Muñoz
4.3K viewsChannels on this page: Juan Antonio Muñoz, José Mota
Frequently asked questions
Who was Chiquito de la Calzada?
Chiquito de la Calzada was the stage name of Gregorio Esteban Sanchez Fernandez, a Spanish flamenco singer and actor who rose to fame as a stand-up comedian.
What was Chiquito de la Calzada's comedy style?
His style rested on a surreal, histrionic approach to jokes and language, delivered with constant gesticulation.
What does Fistro mean?
Fistro and Jarl are among the characteristic expressions of Chiquito de la Calzada that quickly became part of Spanish slang.
How did Chiquito de la Calzada become famous?
He became very popular on Spanish TV in the mid-nineties, above all on the show Genio y figura.
Which comedians were influenced by Chiquito de la Calzada?
His moves and jargon were so influential that TV characters such as Crispin Klander and Lucas Grijander were built around his image.
What honour did Chiquito de la Calzada receive?
On 18 February 2019 he posthumously received the Medalla de Oro al Merito en las Bellas Artes; he lived from 28 May 1932 to 11 November 2017.
