Mercedes Carreño was a Mexican actress and writer, best known for her roles in La choca (1974), Los perros de Dios (1974), and No hay cruces en el mar (1968). She was born on September 15, 1947, in Minatitlan, Veracruz, Mexico, and passed away on July 21, 2022, in Harlingen, Texas, USA, due to liver cancer.
Personal and Family Life
Mercedes Carreño was married to Juan Manuel Torres and later to José Lorenzo Zakany Almada. Throughout her life, she was involved in both her acting career and her family life, balancing her passion for performance with her personal relationships.
Career
Carreño’s acting career spanned several decades, and she starred in a variety of films that showcased her talent. She gained recognition for her performances in both film and television, making significant contributions to Mexican cinema.
Death and Legacy
Mercedes Carreño died on July 21, 2022, leaving behind a legacy as a talented actress who made her mark in the entertainment industry. Her body of work continues to be appreciated by fans and is remembered for its impact on Mexican film.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| El mar | 1977-06-14 | Cecilia |
| Damiana… y los hombres | 1967-10-26 | Damiana |
| La Choca | 1974-09-05 | Flor |
| Azul | 1972-12-06 | |
| La mujer perfecta | 1979-02-08 | Marcela Nava |
| La sangre enemiga | 1971-09-09 | Sara |
| La vida cambia | 1976-09-30 | Teresa |
| Los perros de Dios | 1974-09-19 | |
| El barón Brakola | 1967-01-27 | Silvia (as Mercedes Carreño) |
| La inocente | 1972-11-02 | Constancia |
| La otra virginidad | 1975-04-24 | Laura |
| El Noa Noa | 1981-02-19 | Mercedes |
| No hay cruces en el mar | 1968-01-01 | María, Isabel |
| Andante | 1969-10-09 | Marta / Gigi / Ghost |
| Es mi vida | 1982-05-13 | Meche |
| Zona Roja | 1976-02-19 | |
| Las noches de Paloma | 1978-10-26 | Singer |
| El día de las sirvientas | 1989-04-13 | Lorenza |
| Durazo, la verdadera historia | 1988-01-01 | |
| La diosa del mar | 2005-01-01 | |
| Tres historias de amor | 1978-01-01 | |
| Novios y amantes | 1973-01-01 | Dalia |