Dolores del Río
Dolores del Río, "the face of Mexico", was a celebrated Mexican actress known for her beauty and captivating performances during the Golden Age of Mexican cinema.
María de los Dolores Asúnsolo y López Negrete
Movie Actress
August 3, 1905
Leo
April 11, 1983
77
Durango, Mexico
Dolores del RÃo, born MarÃa de los Dolores Asúnsolo y López-Negrete on August 3, 1904, was a prominent Mexican actress who captivated audiences during the Golden Age of Hollywood. With her exotic beauty, grace, and exceptional acting skills, she became one of the first Mexican actresses to achieve international stardom.
Beginning her career in Mexican films, del RÃo caught the attention of American filmmaker Edwin Carewe, who cast her in the 1925 Hollywood movie “Joanna.” This marked the beginning of her successful Hollywood journey, where she starred in numerous films throughout the 1920s and 1930s.
Some of her notable works include “What Price Glory?” (1926), “Bird of Paradise” (1932), “Flying Down to Rio” (1933), and “Journey into Fear” (1943). Del RÃo’s ability to portray strong and independent women earned her critical acclaim and a nomination for an Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in “Flying Down to Rio.”
Beyond her acting career, del RÃo was also recognized for her philanthropic efforts and contributions to the film industry. She received the Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Award in 1953 and the Ariel Award for Best Actress in 1952 for her performance in the Mexican film “La Malquerida.”
Dolores del RÃo’s legacy extends beyond her acting career. She remains an icon of Mexican cinema, inspiring and captivating audiences worldwide with her talent and beauty. Her contributions to the film industry have left an indelible mark, solidifying her status as one of the most influential Mexican actresses of all time.
