Ricardo Balbín

Known For Acting

Biography

Ricardo Balbín (1904-1981) was a renowned Argentinian political figure from the Unión Cívica Radical (U.C.R). He ran for the presidency multiple times, never winning. He was Perón's long-time political rival. After his death and during his funeral, Balbín enunciated one of Argentina's most famous historical phrases: "Este viejo adversario despide a un amigo".