Porfirio Rubirosa

Porfirio Rubirosa Ariza (January 22, 1909 – July 5, 1965) was a Dominican diplomat, racing car driver and polo player. He was an adherent of the dictator Rafael Trujillo, and was also rumored to be a political assassin under his regime. Rubirosa made his mark as an international playboy for his jet setting lifestyle and his legendary sexual prowess with women. Among his spouses were two of the richest women in the world.

Racing Career and Le Mans
He's the first driver from the Caribbean to make their Le Mans debut. His first race at 24 Hours of Le Mans took place in June 1950 with his partner Pierre Leygonie, and his second race, this time with Innocente Baggio, was four years later; in both races his car did not finish. Rubirosa participated in a number of races at Sebring, all but once as a private entry.

Le Mans Results
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:85%;" ! Year ! Team ! Car ! Co-Drivers ! Pos ! Class Pos.
 * 🇺🇸 Luigi Chinetti
 * Ferrari 166MM
 * 🇫🇷 Pierre Leygonie
 * DNF
 * DNF
 * 🇺🇸 Luigi Chinetti
 * Ferrari 375MM
 * 🇮🇹 Innocente Baggio
 * DNF
 * DNF
 * Ferrari 375MM
 * 🇮🇹 Innocente Baggio
 * DNF
 * DNF