Estrellita Castro was a Spanish actor and singer, renowned for her captivating performances in ‘copla’, a style of popular Spanish song. She gained fame after starring in ‘La copla andaluza’ in 1929 and later became a celebrated figure throughout Spain, Europe, and America.
Personal and Family Life
Estrellita Castro was born on June 26, 1914, in Seville, Spain, as Estrella Castro Navarrete. She developed a passion for music and performance from a young age, which led her to the stage and film industry where she achieved significant success.
Career
Estrellita Castro’s career took off when she showcased her talent in Barcelona. She appeared in various folkloric musicals, with some of her most notable films including Suspiros de España (1938) and Maja del capote (1943). Her energetic style and emotional singing made her a beloved figure in the entertainment world.
Death and Legacy
Estrellita Castro passed away on July 10, 1983, in Madrid, Spain, due to cardiac arrest. She is remembered as one of the greatest performers in the history of Spanish music, and her contributions to ‘copla’ continue to be celebrated today.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| La niña del patio | 1967-09-08 | Coralito, vecina |
| Los hijos de la noche | 1939-10-20 | Inglesita |
| Gitana tenías que ser | 1953-11-19 | Tía Paca |
| Su alteza la niña | 1962-01-01 | |
| Mariquilla Terremoto | 1939-10-09 | Mariquilla Terremoto |
| Suspiros de España | 1939-10-16 | Sole |
| La patria chica | 1943-02-01 | |
| Torbellino | 1941-12-22 | Carmen Moreno |
| Casa Flora | 1973-02-05 | Antonia |
| El barbero de Sevilla | 1938-04-16 | Gitana |
| Casa Flora | 1973-02-05 | Antonia ‘la Chiclanera’ |
| La casa de los Martínez | 1971-04-26 |