Leopoldo Roberto Garcia Pelaez Benitez, the Mexican comedian known as Polo Polo, died today in Mexico City.

Garcia said his father had been suffering from vascular dementia following multiple strokes.

That was something he only did for his show.

Polo Polo

Polo PoloGuillermo Angulo/Clasos.com/LatinContent/Getty Images

His talent was discovered in the 1960s when he was performing at Keops Nightclub.

His popularity grew in the 80s when he started appearing in films and making appearances on TV.

Polo Polo toured the U.S. with his comedy show and made stops in Los Angeles and Las Vegas.

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Polo Polos other television credits include TelevisasQue Nos Pasa?,Cuento de NavidadandLa Escuelita VIP.

His last appearance in a film wasCronicas Chilangaswhich was released in 2009.