Chespirito -- a.k.a. Roberto Gomez Bolanos --
died Friday in Mexico.The iconic comedian
passed away at his home ...
according to
Televisa -- the company he worked with for most
of his career.Bolanos was beloved for his main
character role on the long running show "El
Chavo del Ocho" ... as well as his run as
superhero "El Chapulin Colorado."Mexican
President Enrique Pena Nieto tweeted, "Mexico
has lost an icon whose work has transcended
generations and borders."He was 85 years
old.Fun Fact: The Bumblebee man character on
"The Simpsons" was inspired by Chespirito.
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