Lupita Tovar

Lupita Tovar

Deceased · Born: Jul 27, 1910 · Died: Nov 12, 2016

Personal Details

BornJul 27, 1910 Matias Romero, Oaxaca, Mexico
Relatives
  • Paul Weitz (Grandchild)
  • Chris Weitz (Grandchild)

Biography

Guadalupe Natalia Tovar, a trailblazing Mexican-American actress, embarked upon her remarkable journey on July 27, 1910, in the picturesque town of Matías Romero Avendaño, Mexico. With a life spanning over a century, her illustrious career as a thespian continues to be celebrated and revered. One of her most distinguished achievements was her pivotal role in the Hispanic version of the iconic film "Dracula", a project that expertly showcased her impressive acting skills, versatility, and range.

Tovar's remarkable career is marked by a plethora of notable achievements, with one such standout being her involvement in the pioneering film "Santa". This landmark 1932 production holds a special place in the annals of Mexican cinema, as it is widely regarded as the country's first sound film, a groundbreaking milestone that played a pivotal role in shaping the nation's cinematic heritage.

Career

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2006
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1945
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1944
Gun to Gun
Gun to Gun as Dolores Diego
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1941
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1940
Green Hell
Green Hell as Native Girl
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The Westerner
The Westerner as Teresita (uncredited)
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1939
South of the Border
South of the Border as Dolores Mendoza
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The Fighting Gringo
The Fighting Gringo as Anita del Campo
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1938
Blockade
Blockade as Palm Reader
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1931
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Border Law
Border Law as Tonita
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1929
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2009
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1999
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1998