Silvia Pinal dies: A great figure of Mexican cinema

Silvia Pinal dies at 93

After hours of anguish, various media outlets revealed the death of Silvia Pinal. The tragic loss was confirmed through the entertainment program «Ventaneando.»

«It is with deep sadness that we join in the farewell of a legend. We say goodbye to Silvia Pinal, one of the greatest figures in television, film and theatre in Mexico,» they wrote on social media.

On the other hand, journalist Joaquín López-Doriga wrote a message on the X platform (formerly Twitter) announcing the departure of the golden age of cinema.

«Silvia Pinal has died,» wrote the Mexican journalist. The Pinal family has not yet made any statements on the matter.

She was rushed to the hospital last year

Mexican actress Silvia Pinal, an icon of cinema and soap operas, was admitted to a private hospital in Mexico City on December 21, 2023, according to journalist Gustavo Adolfo Infante .

«She didn’t have a heart attack, but she started to become unresponsive, she wasn’t breathing. They took her to a hospital in the south of Mexico City and when she arrived at the hospital, they took her vital signs,» Infante said in a live broadcast.

«Doña Silvia Pinal was no longer breathing and they had to immediately take her to intensive care,» Adolfo Infante added on his YouTube channel.

«I hold on, Mrs. @SilviaPinal has been hospitalized in intensive care since December 21. They report a slight improvement, but she remains in intensive care,» the journalist tweeted.

Silvia Pinal dies: The complications that the actress went through

Silvia Pinal was one of the most iconic and beloved figures in the history of Mexican entertainment, leaving an indelible mark on film, television and theater.

Born on September 12, 1931 in Guaymas, Sonora, Mexico, Silvia Pinal began her journey in the world of entertainment in the 1940s.

From her first steps in acting, she stood out for her charisma, talent and versatility, characteristics that would lead her to become one of the most respected actresses in the industry.

Her participation in classic Mexican films, such as Luis Buñuel’s Viridiana (1961), established her as an internationally renowned actress and earned her awards and recognition.

The actress played many diverse roles over her career

Her ability to play diverse roles, from intense dramas to light comedies, demonstrated his versatility and attracted the attention of directors and critics alike.

Silvia Pinal also left an indelible mark on the theatre, participating in numerous works that earned her applause and recognition.

Her ability to convey emotions and connect with a live audience established her as an outstanding theatre actress, bringing her art to the stage with mastery.

In the television field, she has been a constant presence and beloved by audiences, especially remembered for her beloved program «Mujer, casos de la vida real.»

The ‘Last Diva of Mexican Cinema’ Dies

Silvia Pinal had turned 92 on September 12, 2023 and was considered the ‘last diva of Mexican cinema’, thanks to her famous characters.

But Doña Silvia’s contribution goes beyond her professional achievements in film, television and theater.

Her role as a mother, grandmother and great-grandmother in real life has been equally prominent.

She has demonstrated that her artistic legacy is intrinsically linked to her dedication to her family and the values ​​she has transmitted over the years.

Silvia Pinal dies: Some of the great films she starred in

The Mexican actress rose to international fame with the help of Spanish director Luis Buñuel, who cast her in films such as «Viridiana» (1961).

She also made the films «The Exterminating Angel» (1962) and «Simon of the Desert» (1965) with Luis Buñuel.

Pinal also stood out for her role in television, where she hosted the iconic program “Mujer, casos de la vida real” (Woman, Real Life Cases) for more than 20 years since 1985.

She also joined the musical comedy theatre, was a businesswoman and producer of several projects, and even ventured into the world of politics, occupying several positions.

Silvia Pinal dies: Adela Micha, branded as «insensitive» on social media

When it was announced in 2021 that Mrs. Silvia Pinal had been hospitalized for Covid-19 , host Adela Micha became a trend on social media for a comment she made off-air.

And Micha didn’t realize that the camera was still recording when she made a comment: «Do we have something prepared from Silvia Pinal?»

«Se’s dying soon , so why don’t you write me something and record me,» she said in the video broadcast on her YouTube channel.

People quickly began to attack Adela, saying that all she cared about was the news and not the celebrity’s health.

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