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Actress María Esther Monteluz, Icon of Cuban Cinema and Television, Passes Away in the U.S.

Monday, June 17, 2024 by Abigail Marquez

Actress María Esther Monteluz, Icon of Cuban Cinema and Television, Passes Away in the U.S.
María Esther Monteluz - Image of © Facebook Roberto Luis Garriga Agramonte

The renowned Cuban film and television actress, María Esther Monteluz, has passed away in Nevada, United States. The news was confirmed by close acquaintances through social media, causing great sorrow in the Cuban artistic community in exile.

Roberto Luis Garriga Agramonte expressed his grief on Facebook: "Very sad news about the passing of the excellent Cuban actress María Esther Monteluz. Our deepest condolences to her family and friends," he said.

From the official account of CubaActores, they also mourned the loss of the beloved Cuban artist. "We deeply regret the passing of actress María Esther Monteluz. From CubaActores, we send our condolences to her family and friends. Her talent and charisma will always be remembered," mentioned the page administrator.

Actor Erdwin Fernández Collado joined the condolences, highlighting her legacy: "María Esther Monteluz, a great woman and mother," he noted.

Juan Carlos Mauren, a theater and television director, recalled in a post his colleague from the Higher Institute of Art (ISA). "We have lost another member of our beloved ISA group, the dear actress María Esther Monteluz. She passed away in Nevada, United States, where she had been residing for several years and was the wife of the late actor Guillermo Figueroa," Mauren stated.

María Esther Monteluz had a distinguished career in Cuban cinema, participating in films such as "Miel para Oshun", directed by Humberto Solás, where she played the Santera. She also stood out in the film "Hacerse el sueco", directed by Daniel Díaz Torres. This film won the Caricato Award for acting and the Popularity Award at the 2001 Havana Film Festival.

On Cuban television, she was well-known for her roles in telenovelas like "Si me pudieras querer" and the TV series "La cara oculta de la luna". Her artistic legacy will endure in the memories of those who enjoyed her talent on screen.

The cause of her death has not been disclosed.

María Esther Monteluz: Legacy and Impact

Below are some frequently asked questions about the life and legacy of María Esther Monteluz.

Who was María Esther Monteluz?

María Esther Monteluz was a renowned Cuban film and television actress known for her roles in movies such as "Miel para Oshun" and "Hacerse el sueco," as well as in Cuban TV series and telenovelas.

What are some notable works of María Esther Monteluz?

She is best known for her performances in the films "Miel para Oshun" and "Hacerse el sueco," as well as in the telenovelas "Si me pudieras querer" and the TV series "La cara oculta de la luna."

Where did María Esther Monteluz pass away?

She passed away in Nevada, United States, where she had been residing for several years.

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