Argentine actor and comedian Daniel Bifulco, widely celebrated for his work in the television sketch “Los Jaimitos” on Marcelo Tinelli’s program VideoMatch, died at the age of 56 on November 4, 2026, after emergency responders found him unresponsive in his Buenos Aires home.
Daniel Bifulco Dies at 56 in Buenos Aires
- Daniel Bifulco passed away at 56 in his Villa Urquiza residence in Buenos Aires, as confirmed by the Asociación Argentina de Actores y Actrices.
- He achieved fame playing a character in the sketch “Los Jaimitos” during the 1990s and early 2000s.
- Colleagues and collaborators, including Roberto Peña, Rodrigo Vagoneta, and the Turco Naim, paid emotional public tributes following his death.
The Discovery in Villa Urquiza
The entertainment community in Buenos Aires confronted a sudden loss when authorities discovered Bifulco’s body during the early hours of Wednesday, November 4, 2026. The actor’s brother dialed the 911 emergency line after finding Bifulco unresponsive inside his residence located on Franklin D. Roosevelt Avenue in the neighborhood of Villa Urquiza.
Personnel from the Sistema de Atención Médica de Emergencias (SAME) arrived at the property shortly after the call and confirmed that the 56-year-old performer possessed no vital signs. Police sources indicated that Bifulco was found lying down and that an initial inspection of the premises revealed no signs of violence.
While some reports mentioned the possibility of a heart attack, no definitive medical cause was officially confirmed. Actor Rodrigo Vagoneta stated that Bifulco had not been suffering from a known illness prior to the event, describing it as a sudden occurrence.
Legacy on VideoMatch and Argentine Television
Bifulco cemented his place in Argentine television history through his contributions to sketch comedy. His most recognizable cultural footprint came via “Los Jaimitos,” a comedic segment he shared alongside Roberto Peña and Rodrigo Vagoneta on the program VideoMatch, hosted by Marcelo Tinelli.
In that popular gag, the trio delivered satirical commentary. Beyond VideoMatch and Showmatch—where Bifulco also participated in characterizations for “Gran cuñado”—his television credits included productions such as Paraíso terrenal, Si querés reír, reí, Panam y circo, Polémica en el bar, Los Roldán, La niñera, Quitapenas, La peluquería, and Señores papis.
The performer maintained an active presence in the entertainment industry. In 2024, he worked with Roberto Peña in Noche de Peña on Crónica TV, and during 2026, the artists also resumed the “Los Jaimitos” format with content related to the football World Cup.
| Project / Segment | Network / Platform | Collaborators |
|---|---|---|
| VideoMatch / Showmatch | Telefe | Marcelo Tinelli, Roberto Peña, Rodrigo Vagoneta |
| Noche de Peña | Crónica TV | Roberto Peña |
| La magia de la risa | Teatro Victoria (Mar del Plata) | Theatrical Cast |
Colegas Rinden Tributo Tras La Muerte De Daniel Bifulco
The Asociación Argentina de Actores y Actrices issued a formal statement bidding farewell to the comedian: Despedimos con tristeza al actor y humorista Daniel Bifulco, reconocido por su personaje de ‘Jaimito’ y por su trabajo en la televisión y el teatro.
Acompañamos a sus familiares, amistades y colegas en este doloroso momento.
Roberto Peña posted a note on social media remembering Bifulco as El Jaimito por excelencia que siempre fuiste,
thanking him for his humor and support.
Meanwhile, the Turco Naim shared a photograph from their youth studying at the conservatory, writing: Se me fue Dany.
Así me gusta recordarte, cuando andábamos por los 20s y nos hacíamos los locos para las fotos.
Naim added: Te voy a recordar siempre, hermano.
Sos, fuiste y serás mi hermanito.
At the time of his death, Bifulco had announced plans to join the cast of the theatrical production La magia de la risa, scheduled for performances at the Teatro Victoria in Mar del Plata. Family members, friends, and colleagues gathered to pay their final respects during a velatorio held in Villa Urquiza on Friday, November 6, 2026.
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