**Celso Bugallo (Vilagarcía de Arousa, 1947) is a Spanish actor of Galician origin, known for his solid film career, which he embarked on after extensive theatrical experience.**

His breakthrough on the big screen came at a mature age with supporting but impactful roles in successful films such as *Los lunes al sol* (2002) by Fernando León de Aranoa, where he played the protagonist's father. He then distinguished himself in *Mar adentro* (2004) by Alejandro Amenábar, for which he won the Goya Award for Best Supporting Actor, in the role of Ramón Sampedro's father.

He continued to shine in works such as *La noche de los girasoles* (2006), *Agora* (2009), and *Amador* (2010). Bugallo is appreciated for his ability to bring complex and authentic characters to life, often humble men, fathers, or figures with strong moral integrity. His style is characterized by intense yet restrained acting, which conveys great humanity and emotional depth.