Cuban actor Ruben Brena died Thursday at the Hermanos Amigeras Hospital in Havana, where he had been hospitalized as a result of erosive gastritis.

The Facebook page “Cubactors” confirmed the news and said 70-year-old Preena was “an actor who earned with his years of experience and his wisdom while creating a character what any artist wants: the love of his public”.

“He had everything, so far. Rest in peace, Teacher, your legacy will be forever. You will always live in the hearts of all your people and all your friends. The Cubators group sends our deepest condolences to his family, friends and all. The Cuban people today mourn one of their most illustrious sons. are complying,” the statement said.

Wednesday afternoon The medical center said it had “everything needed”. For the care of Preena who was admitted to intensive care at that institution.

The hospital administration has responded to a post that went viral on Facebook, according to which the artist was injected with omeprazole and vitamin K to treat the erosive gastritis that affected him.

Born in Pinar del Rio province in 1953, Brenna earned Public affection Thanks to his work in the island’s Cuban radio, film, theater and television.

He Cuban Radio and Television Agency She recalled on her website that throughout her extensive career, Preena was able to demonstrate her talent and passion for various artistic expressions.

He studied at the Ministry of Culture’s National School of Theater Direction, where he graduated in 1970; He also completed his training as an actor during his years with the Zaffarrancho and Trodamundos theater groups, directed by Veronica Lin.

He acted in many plays Twins of Carlos Goldoni, Here the dawns are silent And Cross-eyed.

In addition, among his most remembered works on television are the soap operas “Tierra Brava”, “When the water returns to the earth”, “If you could love me”, “Go out at night”, “Historias de Fuego”, among others.

In cinema he was part of the film cast Guantanamo, Cast your thoughts upon me, honest love, Nights of Constantinople, The smell is oak And Hapanese.

In 2019 Ruben Breena received the “Actuar Lifetime Achievement Award” presented by the ACTUAR Performing Arts Agency.