- Father of, with his 1st wife Claribeth Galván, Alan Valderrama, Kenny Valderrama and Carlos Alberto Valderrama.
- Played for Colombia in the 1990, 1994 and 1998 FIFA World Cups.
- Has a played for Unión Magdalena (1981-84), Millonarios F.C. (1984-85), Deportivo Cali (1985-88, 1996-97), Montpellier H.S.C. (1988-91), Real Valladolid (1991-92), Independiente Medellín (1992-93), Atlético Junior (1993-95), Tampa Bay Mutiny (1995-97, 1999-01), Miami Fusion (1997-99) and Colorado Rapids (2001-02).
- Was named in the South America Team of the year in 1987, 1993 and 1996.
- He was awarded the 'South American Player of the Year' by Uruguayan newspaper El País in 1987 and 1993.
- Won the French Cup with Montpellier H.S.C. (1990) and Colombian Primera División (1993, 1995) with Atlético Junior.
- Father of, with one-time girlfriend Emelina Ruge, Carlos Alberto Valderrama (b. June 16, 1993).
- 111 appearances for Colombia National Football Team from 1985-1998. Was a 3rd place at the Copa América (1987, 1993, 1995).
- Father of, with Elvira Redondo, Steffi Valderrama (b. April 4, 1995) and Carla Valderrama (b. October 4, 1997).
- MLS Most Valuable Player in 1996.
- 2004: One of FIFA 100 by Pelé.
- Mentioned in the song "Abarajáme" by Illya Kuryaki & The Valderramas.
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