# Death of Chilean actor Gabriel Prieto

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/death-of-chilean-actor-gabriel-prieto
> Updated: 2026-10-16T14:49:43.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Chilean actor Gabriel Prieto Escolar died on October 11 at the age of 65. A prominent figure in theater and television, Prieto was a co-founder of the theater company Teatro Aparte and a professor at the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile.

Initial reports noted that Prieto had been managing health challenges following a severe bout of COVID-19 in 2022. Subsequent details revealed that he suffered a cardiac arrest at his apartment building. After attempting to retrieve medication from the concierge, he collapsed on the second floor of the building and was found by a neighbor. The Chileactores corporation confirmed his passing, honoring his contributions to the Chilean performing arts.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-16: Gabriel Prieto, prominent Chilean actor, passes away at 65

Renowned Chilean actor and Teatro Aparte co-founder Gabriel Prieto has died at age 65 following a cardiac arrest at his residence.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gabriel-prieto-prominent-chilean-actor-passes-away-at-65

### 2026-10-11: Gabriel Prieto, prominent Chilean actor, dies at 65

Renowned Chilean actor and theater founder Gabriel Prieto Escolar has died at age 65, leaving a significant legacy in national television, theater, and academia.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chilean-actor-gabriel-prieto-dies-at-65-1

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