Origins & Early Life

María de Lourdes Rojo e Incháustegui, professionally known as María Rojo (Spanish pronunciation: [maˈɾi.a ˈroxo]; born August 15, 1943), is a Mexican actress and politician. She debuted during the Golden Age of Mexican cinema with the film Besos prohibidos (1956). Her successful cinematographic projects include: Rojo amanecer (1990), Danzón (1991), La tarea (1991), Perfume de violetas, nadie te oye (2001), El callejón de los milagros (1995) and El Infierno (2010); as for telenovelas, she stood out for: Te sigo amando, Alborada, Mañana es para siempre, Corazón Salvaje, and Hasta el fin del mundo. From 2000 to 2003, she served as the head of the Coyoacán delegation, while from 2006 to 2012, she was a senator.

Pivotal Works & Achievements

María Rojo was born on August 15, 1943, in Mexico City. She began her artistic career at eight years in the program Teatro Fantástico with Enrique Alonso "Cachirulo". After acting in several plays as La Mala Semilla and Examen de Muertos in 1955, she began her film career at age 13 in the film Besos Prohibidos in 1956. In 1974, she internationalized her career by participating in the American B movie, Candy...

Enduring Legacy & Impact

The historical impact and works continue to influence the modern world.

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