Mery Leyva

Mery Leyva was an American actress best known for her roles in Los libros (1974), Las ibéricas F.C. (1971), and I Hate My Body (1974). Born María Lechet Ibañez on February 13, 1916, in Madrid, Spain, she passed away in March 2005 in the same city.

Personal and Family Life

Mery Leyva was born into a family that appreciated the arts, which likely influenced her career choice. She spent much of her life in Spain, where she became a well-known figure in the film industry. Details about her family are not widely documented, as she maintained a level of privacy about her personal life.

Career

Throughout her acting career, Mery Leyva appeared in various films and television shows, showcasing her talent in different genres. Her work in productions during the 1960s and 1970s made her a familiar face in Spanish cinema. She is remembered for her contributions to the industry and for the memorable characters she portrayed.

Death and Legacy

Mery Leyva passed away in March 2005 due to natural causes in Madrid, Spain. Her legacy continues through her memorable performances in film and television, which still resonate with audiences today. She is often celebrated for her significant impact on Spanish cinema.

Filmography

TitleRelease DateCharacter
Vota a Gundisalvo1978-03-25
El turismo es un gran invento1968-03-04Esposa de Alejo
Las Ibéricas F.C.1971-10-07
Les orgies du docteur orloff1967-10-04Rebecca
Hermana, ¿pero qué has hecho?1995-08-11
Odio mi cuerpo1974-05-30
Pepe, no me des tormento1981-02-01
El fascista, la beata y su hija desvirgada1978-01-01Benigna
El libro de buen amor1975-08-03Dueña
Gusanos de seda1977-11-21Mujer pueblo
Hasta que el matrimonio nos separe1977-03-11
Los fríos senderos del crimen1974-07-07
La curiosa1973-01-24
Dulce nombre1972-01-28
La hidalga limosnera1972-03-30
Aventuras del Oeste1965-04-05Agnes St. James
Las delicias de los verdes años1976-09-12Octavia
A la pálida luz de la luna1985-10-09Jugadora afortunada
Cristóbal Colón, de oficio… descubridor1982-09-07
Siete Minutos Para Morir1969-12-08Clelia
Un beso en el puerto1966-05-19
El vikingo1972-11-20
Me has hecho perder el juicio1973-10-18
Celos, amor y Mercado Común1973-11-27
Las colocadas1972-04-10
Los flamencos1968-03-23Lotera
Las melancólicas1971-01-01
El Lute: camina o revienta1987-09-19Posadera
Después de los nueve meses1970-04-29
Les pétroleuses1971-12-16
Los hombres las prefieren viudas1970-08-17Ligue de Raimundo
Del amor y de la muerte1977-01-01
El bosque animado1987-10-02Hermana Moucha
Pachín1961-08-07
El monosabio1977-02-04Madre Rafa
El arreglo1983-10-03Modesta
Il figlio del capitano Blood1962-07-27
Con ella llegó el amor1970-01-05
¡Esto es un atraco!1987-05-14Madre de Rafaela
Catorce estaciones1991-09-29
¡Qué cosas tiene el amor!1973-04-02
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