Obituary of Lupe Vélez

Lupe Vélez

María Guadalupe Villalobos Vélez (born July 18, 1908 in San Luis Potosí, Mexico) was a film actress, singer, and dancer who was best known for her role as Carmelita Fuentes in the 1940 film, “Mexican Spitfire.” Lupe died on December 14, 1944 and her death was reportedly because of suicide by barbiturate poisoning. She died very young at age 36.

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Lupe Vélez Biography Wiki:

Is She Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Vélez, Lupe
Common Name: Lupe Vélez
Gender: Female
Preferred Gender Pronoun: she/her
Birthplace: San Luis Potosí, Mexico
Birth Date: July 18, 1908
Age: 36 (at death)
Also Known As: María Vélez, Mexican Spitfire, Lupita
Occupations:

Net Worth: $1.5 million
Nationality: Mexican
Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
Favorite Color: Lilac
Favorite Scent: Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet
Favorite Actor: Joan Fontaine

Lupe's Family Tree

Birth Name: María Guadelupe Villalobos Vélez
Father: Jacobo Villalobos Reyes
Mother: Josefina Vélez
Brother(s):

Emigdio Vélez

Sister(s):

Reina Vélez
Josefina Vélez
Mercedes Vélez

Spouse/Partner:

Johnny Weissmuller (married 1933-divorced 1939)

Death Notice:

Date: December 14 1944 at age 36
Place: Glendale, California, United States
Cause of Death: Suicide (barbiturate poisoning)
Funeral Arrangements: Held on December 22, 1944 at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Los Angeles, California
Interment: Buried at Panteón Civil de Dolores Cemetery in Mexico City, Mexico

Category Tags:

Film Actress Singer Dancer Mexican Born on July 18th Born in 1908 Died in 1944 Died at age 36 Died from Suicide

Lupe's Notable Roles:

Mexican Spitfire

Quotable Quotes:

"Lupe Vélez will always be remembered for her vivacious spirit, incredible talent, and trailblazing career in Hollywood, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire and entertain audiences to this day. (V)"

"Lupe Vélez had a successful acting career, starring in over 50 films and becoming one of the first Mexican actresses to make it big in Hollywood, but sadly, her life was cut short due to tragic circumstances. (V)"

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