Antonia Rey

Antonia Rey was an American actress who is best known for her roles in Hair, Klute, and Coogan’s Bluff.

Personal and Family Life

Antonia Rey, born Maria Antonia Rey on October 12, 1926, in Havana, Cuba, was a talented actress who began her career in the 1950s. She married Andres Castro in 1958, and together they fled Cuba after Fidel Castro came to power in 1961. They eventually settled in New York City, where Andres founded the Westside Repertory Theater.

Career

Rey made her Broadway debut in 1964 and frequently portrayed Latina or Italian characters, often taking on roles as mothers or fortune tellers. Her contribution to the arts was recognized in 2003 when she received a lifetime achievement award from the Hispanic Organization of Latin Actors. Over her career, she participated in numerous film and television projects, showcasing her diverse talent.

Death and Legacy

Antonia Rey passed away on February 21, 2019, in Manhattan, New York City. Her work in theatre and film has left a lasting impact on the acting community, especially for Latina actresses. She is remembered for her vibrant performances and for breaking barriers in her industry.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
Wise Guys 1986-04-17 Aunt Sadie
Garbo Talks 1984-10-12 Esmeralda
White Hot 1989-02-01 Market Woman
Popi 1969-05-27 Mrs. Cruz
La vendedora de amor 1964-01-01 Lucrecia
True Colors 1991-03-15 Soledad
King of the Gypsies 1978-12-20 Danitza Giorgio
The Changeling 1980-03-28 Estancia
Hair 1979-03-15 Mrs. Berger
Only You 1994-03-04 Fortune Teller
The Lords of Flatbush 1974-05-01 Mrs. Rosiello
Jacob’s Ladder 1990-11-02 Woman on Subway
Chain of Desire 1992-05-26 Jesus’ Mother
Spike of Bensonhurst 1988-11-11 Bandana’s Mother
Out of the Darkness 1985-10-12 Madame Elena
Tarantella 1995-06-07 Grandmother
To Find a Man 1972-01-20 Modesta
Klute 1971-06-23 Mrs. Vasek
The Money 1976-05-31 Pearl
It Runs in the Family 1994-09-23 Gypsy Woman
Stiletto 1969-07-30 Mobster’s Wife (uncredited)
Who Says I Can’t Ride a Rainbow! 1971-11-18 Chi Chi’s Mother
Match 2014-04-18 Mrs. Trujillo
Kiss Me, Guido 1997-07-18 Josephina Zito
The Marcus-Nelson Murders 1973-03-08 Rita Alvarez
The Object of My Affection 1998-04-17 Mrs. Ochoa
Coogan’s Bluff 1968-10-02 Mrs. Amador
The Gentleman Bandit 1981-05-06 Grandma Perez
Starstruck 1981-10-14 Aunt Fernanda
Dream House 1981-11-28 Mrs. Gomez
Siege 1978-04-26 Mrs. Terranova
Forever, Lulu 1986-11-13 Clara
The Last Tenant 1978-06-25 Lucy
I Was on Mars 1991-10-01 Mama
Action Family 1987-02-07 Mrs. Diaz
Simple Justice 1989-12-01 Mrs. Maria Pajarro
Rappaccini’s Daughter 1980-01-01 Emma
Alto 2015-08-01
Doc 1971-08-01 Concha, Saloon Whore
New York News 1995-09-28
Law & Order: Criminal Intent 2001-09-30 Maggie Mendez
Life on Mars

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