Named Santamaria

6 obituaries for famous people named Santamaria. See who they were, when they died, and read their memorial pages.

José Santamaría, died on April 15, 2026. He was 96. Born José Emilio Santamaría Iglesias in Montevideo, he spent his 18-year playing career with Nacional and Real Madrid, winning five national championships with Nacional and 12 titles with Real Madrid, including four European Cups. A central defender, he represented both Uruguay and Spain at international level. Santamaría later worked as a manager, including a two-year spell with the Spanish national team, died on April 15, 2026

José Santamaría died at age 96

José Santamaría, a footballer and manager, died on April 15, 2026. He was 96. Born José Emilio Santamaría Iglesias in Montevideo, he spent his 18-year playing career with Nacional and…