Actress Alicia Bonet, Mexican Cinema Legend and Star of Rubí, Dies at 78

Actress Alicia Bonet Dies at 78

Star of Rubí and Classic Films

Icon of Mexican Cinema

Actress Alicia Bonet, remembered for her outstanding contributions to Mexican cinema during the 1960s and 1970s, has died at the age of 78, according to a statement from the National Association of Interpreters (ANDI) on October 26.

Bonet left an indelible mark on audiences through her memorable performance in Hasta el viento tiene miedo (Even the Wind Is Afraid), directed by Carlos Enrique Taboada, a film regarded as a cornerstone of Mexico’s horror cinema.

“The National Association of Interpreters announces with deep sorrow the passing of our member, Alicia Bonet,” the organization wrote on social media.

“She will be remembered for her work in Hasta el viento tiene miedo, Despedida de soltera, and El escapulario,” added the statement, which also offered condolences to her family.

An Icon of a Cinematic Generation

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Actress Alicia Bonet was one of the most versatile actresses of her era, with a career spanning film, theater, and television.

Her private demeanor offstage contrasted sharply with the emotional depth and strength of the characters she portrayed — women often ahead of their time in Mexican cinema.

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The news of her death has deeply affected the entertainment community and fans of Mexico’s Golden Age of cinema, who remember her as a graceful and charismatic performer.

As of now, the cause of Alicia Bonet’s death has not been disclosed, and her family has not issued an official statement.

From Youth Theater to Cult Classics

Born in Mexico City on April 26, 1947, Bonet began her artistic journey in youth theater during the 1950s before transitioning to film.

Her natural talent soon led her to share the screen with Mexican cinema legends such as Angélica María, Alberto Vázquez, Arturo de Córdova, and Andrés Soler.

Among her most acclaimed works are Guadalajara en verano and Rubí — the latter adapted from the hit 1968 telenovela that became a cultural phenomenon.

The success of Rubí inspired modern remakes in 2004 and 2020, further cementing both the story’s and Alicia Bonet’s enduring legacy.

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Alicia Bonet’s Personal Life and Family Legacy

In her personal life, actress Alicia Bonet was married twice, both times to prominent figures in Mexican cinema.

Her first husband was actor Juan Ferrara, with whom she had two sons, Juan Carlos and Mauricio.

She later married actor Claudio Brook, celebrated for his collaborations with Luis Buñuel in films such as El ángel exterminador and Simón del desierto.

From that marriage, she had two more sons, Arturo and Gabriel Brook, continuing the family’s artistic legacy.

Alicia Bonet will be remembered as a symbol of elegance and artistry, a performer who defined an era of Mexican cinema and whose presence continues to inspire new generations of artists and audiences alike, reported Univisión.