Sasha Montenegro, emblematic actress of Mexican cinema, dies at 78
Sasha Montenegro, emblematic actress of Mexican cinema, dies at 78. The iconic Italian-Mexican actress and star left an indelible mark on the Mexican film and television industry.
By Megan Sauer
Actress Sasha Montenegro died at the age of 78 on Wednesday, February 14, but the news was announced today, February 15. The cause of her death was a stroke, but she had been suffering from lung cancer for years, which seriously affected her health. She became a symbol of the “Cine de Ficheras” genre.
Who was Sasha Montenegro?
Sasha Montenegro, whose real name was Aleksandra Aćimović Popović, was an iconic Italian-Mexican actress and star who left an indelible mark on the Mexican film and television industry. Born on January 20, 1946 in Bari, Italy, Montenegro was the daughter of immigrants from the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, which gave her a rich cultural heritage from her roots. Throughout her career, she demonstrated an innate talent and versatility that led her to stand out in various film genres.
Montenegro began his path to stardom in the 1970s, establishing himself as an emblematic figure of Mexican cinema, especially in the genre known as ficheras cinema. His film debut came in 1972 with the romantic comedy A Dream of Love, where he shared the screen with the famous singer José José.
From then on, his career took off quickly, starring in iconic films such as Hijazo de mi vida alongside Polvoces, and Dos machos que ladran no muerden. He also collaborated with legends of Mexican cinema such as Santo, the Silver Masked Man, in films such as Santo Contra la Magia Negra and Santo and Blue Demon Contra el Doctor Frankenstein.
In addition to her outstanding work in cinema, Montenegro successfully ventured into television, participating in renowned soap operas such as Ana del Aire, Rina and Una mujer Marcada, where she demonstrated her versatility as an actress by playing a wide range of characters. Her last television work was in the soap opera Las vÃas del amor in 2002, thus consolidating a successful career in both media.
Throughout her career, Montenegro was recognized for her beauty, charisma, and talent, becoming a symbol of sensuality and elegance in the Mexican entertainment industry. Her legacy lives on in the memory of those who enjoyed her performances on the big and small screen, leaving an indelible impact on the history of Mexican cinema and television.
Sasha Montenegro was much more than a simple actress and star; She was an iconic figure whose legacy will continue to resonate among those who knew her in her glory days.
