Obituary of Lupe Ontiveros

Lupe Ontiveros

Guadelupe Ontiverios (born September 17, 1942 in El Paso, Texas) was a film actress and TV actress who was best known for her role as Yolanda Saldívar in the 1997 American drama music movie, “Selena.” Lupe died on July 26, 2012 and her death was because of liver cancer. She died at age 69.

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Lupe Ontiveros Biography Wiki:

Is She Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Ontiveros, Lupe
Common Name: Lupe Ontiveros
Gender: Female
Preferred Gender Pronoun: she/her
Birthplace: El Paso, Texas, United States
Birth Date: September 17, 1942
Age: 69 (at death)
Also Known As: Guadelupe
Occupations:
- Film Actress
- TV Actress

Net Worth: $250 thousand
Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
Favorite Color: White
Favorite Scent: Kenneth Cole Vintage Black
Favorite Actor: Buster Keaton

Lupe's Family Tree

Birth Name: Guadalupe Moreno
Father: Juan Moreno
Mother: Lucita "Luz" Castañón
Spouse/Partner:

Elias Ontiveros (married 1966-2012, his death)

Son(s):

Nicholas Ontiveros
Alejandro Ontiveros
Elias Ontiveros

Death Notice:

Date: July 26 2012 at age 69
Place: Whittier, California, United States
Cause of Death: Liver cancer
Interment: Buried at Rose Hills Memorial Park in Whittier, California, United States

Category Tags:

Film Actress TV Actress American Born on September 17th Born in 1942 Born in Texas Died in 2012 Died at age 69 Died from Liver cancer

Lupe's Notable Roles:

Selena

Quotable Quotes:

"[on the Hispanic population in this country] They don't know we're very much a part of this country and that we make up every part of this country. When I go in there and speak perfect English, I don't get the part." (IMDB)

"Lupe Ontiveros left a lasting impact on the world with her talent, passion, and commitment to telling diverse and powerful stories through her acting. (V)"

"Lupe Ontiveros had a successful career in Hollywood, starring in over 100 films and TV shows, but tragically passed away at the age of 69 due to complications from liver cancer. (V)"

Is Ms. Lupe Ontiveros still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, she has passed away.