Lander Otaola

actor

Lander Otaola is a Basque actor born in Baracaldo, Bizkaia, in 1989. He grew up with aspirations of becoming a professional footballer and was part of the Athletic Bilbao youth academy, where he trained alongside future stars. However, he eventually chose a career in acting, which has allowed him to express his creativity and resilience in the face of rejection, drawing parallels between the challenges of acting and football. Otaola has recently gained attention for his insights into the unique camaraderie between rival football fans in the Basque region, advocating for a sports culture that emphasizes mutual respect and fraternity over hostility.