The actress was born on December 15, 1937 in Mexico City. (Screenshot X)
María de la Concepción Lorena Villar Dondé, better known in the national artistic community as Lorena Velázquez, died on Thursday, April 11 at the age of 86 in Mexico City. The unfortunate news was confirmed by the National Association of Interpreters (ANDI) on social networks.
“The National Association of Interpreters announces the sensitive death of the interpreter partner Lorena Velázquez. She is an actress from the golden age of Mexican cinema with an extensive career in theater, film and television. We send our condolences to her family and friends.”
The actress was the sister of Tere Velázquez, another Mexican film star. (PHOTO: EDGAR NEGRETE/CUARTOSCURO.COM)
As soon as the unfortunate news broke, several personalities from the national artistic milieu and associations flooded social networks with condolences and messages of affection in memory of the person who conquered the Mexican public with his talent and beauty in iconic films of Mexican cinema.
“Now dear Lorena Velázquez has left! How sad! May God grant that peace that surpasses all understanding to her son, her nephews and all her loved ones. Rest in Peace!” commented María Sorté.
Santo’s son was not left behind, as his father collaborated with her in several Mexican Cinema films: “I deeply regret the death of the beautiful and beloved first actress #LorenaVelázquez, companion and friend of my father #ElSanto and mine, considered the queen of Fantastic Cinema. A hug to her son Eduardo, family and friends.”
His latest project premiered in 2021. (X: @ElHijodelSanto)
However, his relatives have not commented on the matter, so the causes of death are unknown.
A few months ago, the actress held a meeting with the media where she was questioned about her latest television projects and opened her heart to share how she wanted to be remembered.
“With my son remembering me, I am happy. Now, if the public also remembers me, I will be happier and what a shame I won’t see it. “They identify me as the saint’s girlfriend and I was never his girlfriend.”
Screenshot X. (@faustianovich)
The beloved Mexican actress debuted in the national artistic milieu when she was only 19 years old in the film Caras Nuevas (1956). She immediately captured the public’s attention due to her radiant beauty; many even consider that her first appearance on the big screen was enough for her to become a sex symbol.
From that moment on, the job offers did not stop coming and for approximately fifty decades of history. In his wide repertoire of films, those in which he starred in collaboration with El Santo, a famous Mexican wrestler who, after entering Mexican cinema as an actor, became a Mexican superhero, stand out.
He is survived by his son Eduardo Novoa Villar. (@Adry_Gregorio)
Santo vs. the vampire women, The fighters vs. the killer doctor, The diabolical axe, Santo vs. the zombies and The witches attack, to name a few. He was also part of 21st century films such as ‘Amor de mis amores’.
