The Black Charro’s roots are complex, merging indigenous, colonial and European motifs. One academic summary notes: “the legend of El Charro Negro arises from the syncretism in 1920 between indigenous and European beliefs… he represents the dark side of the human soul, a story that warns of blinding greed
We are a group of folklore enthusiasts, storytellers and culture-preservers who believe that legends like El Charro Negro shape our understanding of history, human nature and community.
To document and explore the legend of the Black Charro its roots, variations and modern adaptations.
To provide accessible, well-sourced content so that this part of Mexican folklore
The Black Charro is more than just a scary story: he is an icon of Mexican folk culture, combining indigenous themes, colonial history and moral allegory. According to cultural folklorists, the figure “represents the dark side of the human soul
In-depth articles on the legend’s history and variations.
Galleries and visuals highlighting how the legend is portrayed.
Discussions of cultural significance: what this legend still means for us.
The figure of the Black Charro touches on deeply human themes: temptation, greed, justice, and the supernatural. His story resonates because it combines folkloric imagery with a moral lesson: when something seems too good to be true, beware.
He has grown beyond just a local tale into a cultural symbol, showing up in films, music, video-stories and festivals.
where the story comes from and how it’s changed
the spooky tales associated with the CharroLorem ipsum dolor sit amet elit
what the legend says about us today
Discover what others are saying about CharroNegro TV and explore the most common questions about the legend, our work, and our mission to keep folklore alive.
I grew up hearing about El Charro Negro from my grandmother in Jalisco, but it was just a story to scare kids. Watching CharroNegro TV brought it to life in such a vivid, respectful way — now I understand why people still whisper his name at night
Charronegro TV is represented by state licensed Talent Agency. If you’re interested in advertising or submitting an offer, please contact Talent Agent John D Abravanel Berdugo at 323-359-5210.