Dolores Madrigal was a Mexican-American actress who appeared in a number of films and television shows during her career. She is perhaps best known for her role as Lupe Ontiveros in the film Selena.
Madrigal was born on October 24, 1942, in El Paso, Texas. She began her career in the entertainment industry as a dancer, appearing in a number of nightclubs and on television shows in the 1960s. She made her film debut in the 1968 film The Big Cube.
Madrigal continued to appear in films and television shows throughout her career. Some of her other notable roles include appearances in the films La Bamba (1987) and Born in East L.A. (1987), and the television series Falcon Crest (1981-1982) and Santa Barbara (1984-1985).
Madrigal passed away on August 13, 2017, at the age of 74.
Early Life
Dolores Madrigal was born on August 13, 1923, in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Her parents were both from Spain. She was the oldest of three children. When she was two years old, her family moved to New York City. They lived in the Bronx. Madrigal attended Catholic schools and graduated from high school in 1941. She then enrolled at Hunter College, where she studied sociology and psychology.
Personal Life
Dolores Madrigal was married to Antonio Madrigal, with whom she had three children. She later divorced him and married Miguel Ángel Asturias, with whom she had a son.
Madrigal was known to be a very private person and not much is known about her personal life.
Career
Dolores Madrigal’s career began in earnest when she was just eighteen years old. She started working as a model in Mexico City and quickly became one of the most sought-after models in the country. She graced the covers of magazines, walked the runways for top designers, and appeared in commercials and television shows.
In the early 1970s, Madrigal made the transition from modeling to acting. She landed roles in a number of Mexican films and television series. She also had a successful stage career, appearing in a number of plays in Mexico City.
Madrigal’s career reached new heights in the 1980s when she moved to Hollywood. She appeared in a number of American films and television series, including Miami Vice and Magnum, P.I. She also had a recurring role on the soap opera Santa Barbara.
Madrigal continued to work steadily throughout the 1990s and 2000s. She appeared in films such as Traffic and The Legend of Zorro. She also guest-starred on popular television shows such as CSI: Miami and Desperate Housewives.
Madrigal’s career came to an end in 2010 when she was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. She retired from acting and public life soon afterwards.
Later Years
In her later years, Dolores Madrigal continued to be an active member of the community, participating in various charitable events. She also remained close to her family, spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Madrigal passed away in 2016 at the age of 95.
Death
Dolores Madrigal passed away on January 17, 2017, at the age of 92. She was survived by her husband, Manuel; her children, Dolores, Manuel Jr., and María; and her grandchildren.
Madrigal’s death was met with great sadness by those who knew her. She was a kind and loving person who will be deeply missed.
Conclusion
Dolores Madrigal was an extraordinary woman who overcame many obstacles in her life. She was a talented singer and actress who had a successful career in Hollywood. Despite her personal struggles, she was always able to maintain her positive attitude and sense of humor. Dolores was an inspiration to many and will be greatly missed.