Mexican actresses who were born in 1956
Here are 5 famous actresses from Mexico were born in 1956:
Adriana Barraza
Adriana Barraza (March 5, 1956 Toluca-) is a Mexican actor, television director and acting coach. She has one child, Carolina Valsagna.
Barraza began her career in theater in Mexico, before transitioning into film and television. She is best known for her role in the 2006 film "Babel," for which she received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress. She has also appeared in numerous other films, including "Drag Me to Hell" and "Thor." In addition to her on-screen work, Barraza is also a critically acclaimed acting coach, having founded her own acting schools in Los Angeles and Mexico. She has worked with many well-known actors, including Quentin Tarantino and Jennifer Lawrence. In recognition of her contributions to the arts, Barraza was awarded the Mexican-American Foundation's "Ohtli Award" in 2017.
Barraza's interest in the arts began at a young age when she began singing in her hometown church choir. She later studied acting in her hometown's Instituto de Bellas Artes. In the late 1970s, she moved to Mexico City, where she continued her acting training and began her career on stage. Barraza's breakout role came in the 2000 film "Amores Perros," directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu. This led to her casting in "Babel," which brought her widespread recognition and critical acclaim.
In addition to her work in film and television, Barraza is also active in theater. She has directed several productions, including "Barcelona, mapa de sombras" and "Electricidad," which premiered at the Mark Taper Forum in Los Angeles. Barraza has also lent her voice to animated films, including "Coco," in which she portrayed the character of Mama Imelda.
Barraza has been recognized for her humanitarian work, having supported organizations such as the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) and Oxfam International. She has also spoken out against social inequality and violence against women.
Laura Zapata
Laura Zapata (July 30, 1956 Mexico City-) a.k.a. Laura Guadalupe Zapata Miranda, Laura Guadelupe Sodi Miranda, Laura Guadalupe Zapata or Laura Zapata de Sodi is a Mexican actor. Her children are called Claudio Sodi and Patricio Sodi.
Laura Zapata is part of the renown Zapata family from Mexico City, which has produced several successful actors, including her sister, the famous Thalía. She began her acting career in the 1970s and has since appeared in numerous telenovelas, films, and theater productions, earning critical acclaim and dozens of awards for her performances. In addition to her acting work, Zapata is also a dedicated philanthropist, supporting causes related to education, health, and animal welfare. She has been an outspoken advocate for victims of domestic violence, having survived abuse herself. In recent years, Zapata has enjoyed renewed popularity with younger audiences thanks to her roles in hit telenovelas such as "La Candidata" and "Imperio de Mentiras".
Zapata comes from a family of eight siblings, including her famous sister Thalía. She attended the National Autonomous University of Mexico, where she studied theater. Her first major breakout role was in the 1983 telenovela "El Maleficio", which cemented her status as one of Mexico's top telenovela stars. She has also been recognized for her work in films such as "Como agua para chocolate" and "Cuento de hadas para dormir cocodrilos". Zapata's dedication to helping others has led her to work with organizations such as Hogar de la Misericordia and Centro de Capacitación para el Trabajo Industrial. She also serves as a spokesperson for organizations such as Save the Children Mexico and the Mexican Cancer Association. Despite facing personal challenges, Laura Zapata continues to inspire audiences with her talent and her unwavering commitment to giving back to her community.
Martha Rueda Terrazas
Martha Rueda Terrazas (November 19, 1956 Mexico City-) also known as Martha Rueda, Martha Terrazas de Rueda or Martha Isabel Terrazas Revilla is a Mexican actor and film producer. She has one child, Rodrigo Rueda Terrazas.
Martha Rueda Terrazas started her acting career in the 1980s and has since appeared in several Mexican films and television shows. Some of her notable film credits include "El Esqueleto de la Senora Morales" (1960), "El Bulto" (1992) and "Amar te duele" (2002). She has also produced various films, including "La Frontera" (1991), "De la calle" (2001) and "Perfume de violetas" (2001).
Aside from her work in the entertainment industry, Rueda Terrazas is also a philanthropist, and has volunteered her time and resources to various humanitarian causes in Mexico. She is known for her advocacy for women's rights, and has been involved in campaigns to end domestic violence and improve access to education and healthcare for women in her country.
Rueda Terrazas continues to act and produce films, and remains a prominent figure in the Mexican film industry.
In addition to her film and TV work, Martha Rueda Terrazas has also ventured into theater, starring in productions such as "La Señora Presidenta" and "El Rey se Divierte". She has received critical acclaim for her performances and has been nominated for numerous awards, including the Ariel Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in "Mirada de Mujer: El Regreso" (2003).
Along with her philanthropy work, Rueda Terrazas is also a fervent environmentalist and has been involved in several campaigns to protect Mexico's natural resources. She is a supporter of sustainable living and has encouraged people to adopt eco-friendly habits in their daily lives.
Rueda Terrazas' contributions to the Mexican entertainment industry and her humanitarian and environmental efforts have earned her recognition and honors from various organizations, including the Women's National Institute and the Mexican Senate. She continues to inspire and empower women and advocates for a better Mexico through her work both on and off screen.
Ana Alicia
Ana Alicia (December 12, 1956 Mexico City-) also known as Ana Alicia Ortiz or Ana-Alicia is a Mexican actor. Her child is called Cathryn Dylan Benz.
Ana Alicia began her career in entertainment as a model and later transitioned to acting. She has appeared in numerous television shows and films including "Falcon Crest", "The Two Jakes", and "Hart to Hart". In addition to her on-screen work, Ana Alicia has also worked behind the scenes as a producer and writer. She is actively involved in various philanthropic endeavors related to education and health.
Ana Alicia was born in Mexico City but moved to El Paso, Texas with her family when she was a child. She attended the University of Texas at El Paso where she majored in drama. After graduation, Ana Alicia moved to Hollywood to pursue a career in acting. Her breakthrough role came in 1982 when she was cast as the character of Melissa Agretti Cumson in the hit TV series "Falcon Crest". Ana Alicia's performance in the show earned her critical acclaim and a loyal fan base.
Apart from her acting career, Ana Alicia has been involved in numerous philanthropic organizations. She is a member of the board of directors for the first American Indian-owned and operated hospital and is also involved with a nonprofit educational organization that provides technology and resources to schools in underprivileged communities. Ana Alicia is also an advocate for the National Health Foundation, which helps to improve the health and wellness of underserved neighborhoods in Los Angeles.
In 2011, Ana Alicia was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Southern California Motion Picture Council for her contributions to the entertainment industry.
Leticia Perdigon
Leticia Perdigon (August 7, 1956 Mexico City-) also known as Leticia Perdigon, Lupe Leticia Perdigón, Guadalupe Leticia Perdigón Labrador or Leticia Perdigón is a Mexican actor.
She began her acting career in the early 1970s and has since appeared in over 70 films and television shows in Mexico. Perdigon is renowned for her roles in popular telenovelas like "Para volver a amar", "Teresa", and "La sombra del pasado". She has also acted in numerous films, including "Santa Sangre" and "Canoa". In addition to her acting career, Perdigon has also worked as a screenwriter for several television series. She continues to be a popular figure in Mexican entertainment and has won several awards including the Ariel award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role for her performance in the 2017 film "Los días más oscuros de nosotras".
Perdigon was born in Mexico City and grew up in a family of actors. Her father, Guillermo Perdigon, was a well-known actor in Mexico during the 1950s and 1960s. This influenced her passion for acting, and she began her career at a young age. Perdigon started her career in theater productions before transitioning into television and film.
Aside from her acting and screenwriting, Perdigon is also active in supporting various social causes. She has been an advocate for animal rights and has worked with organizations to help protect and rescue animals. She is also active in promoting environmental causes and has participated in fundraising events for organizations that aim to help the environment.
Perdigon's work has been recognized not only in Mexico but also internationally. In 1992, she won the Best Actress award at the Huelva Latin American Film Festival for her role in the film "En busca del paraíso". She has also been nominated for several other awards, including the TVyNovelas Award for Best Female Antagonist in a Telenovela for her role in "Para volver a amar".