Updated Feb 20, 2026
Details
Birthday
(Sunday)
Died
Birthplace
Lanús, Argentina
Height
165 cm (5'5")
Nationality
Weight
70 kg (154 lbs)
Sport
Association Football
Languages
Italian, Spanish
Spouse
Claudia Villafañe (1989-2003)
Children
3 children: Dalma Maradona, Diego Sinagra, Gianinna Maradona
Parents
Diego Maradona Sr.
Zodiac Sign
♏ Scorpio
Chinese Zodiac
鼠 Rat
Name Origin
English < Spanish < Latin (Sanctus )
Popularity
Tier A -- 137,809 Wikipedia views/month
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 19
Year context
Born in 1960 -- First televised presidential debate (Kennedy vs Nixon); Dwight D. Eisenhower was US president
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Career
Career spanning 36 years (1980-2016)
Zodiac
Year of the Rat, sign of Scorpio
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12
Notable
out of 100
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Human Impact
0
Innovation
0
Giving
0
Sustainability
90
Cultural Uplift
33
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Filmography (7)
AWARDS (4)
B
FIFA Player of the Century
WON
B
L'Équipe Champion of Champions
WON
G
World Cup Golden Ball
WON
B
diamond Konex award
WON
Biography
Diego Armando Maradona was an Argentine professional football player and manager. Widely regarded as one of the greatest players in the history of the sport, he was one of the two joint winners of the FIFA Player of the 20th Century award, alongside Pelé.
Connections (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Diego Maradona?
Diego Maradona was born on and passed away on at the age of 60.
Where was Diego Maradona born?
Diego Maradona was born in Lanús.
What movies or shows has Diego Maradona been in?
Diego Maradona has 7 credits in our database. Notable titles include Maradona in Mexico (2019), The Young Pope (2016), Messi (2014), Maradona by Kusturica (2008), El Camino de San Diego (2006).
Where can I find more information about Diego Maradona?
You can find more about Diego Maradona on Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.