Rocío Jurado was a Spanish singer and actress, best known for her powerful voice and performances in films like La Lola se va a los puertos, Proceso a una estrella, and La querida. She was born on September 18, 1943, in Chipiona, Cádiz, Andalucía, Spain, and gained fame across Spain and Latin America.
Personal and Family Life
Rocío Jurado married José Ortega Cano in 1995, and they remained together until her death in 2006. Before that, she was married to Pedro Carrasco, with whom she had one daughter. With Ortega Cano, she had two children. Rocío was known for her artistic talents and also appeared in numerous films and television shows throughout her career.
Career and Achievements
She began her music career singing flamenco and later ventured into acting in the 1960s. Her unique style combined flamenco with folk and romantic ballads, earning her a loyal fan base. In 2004, she revealed that she had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, which she was undergoing treatment for. After her passing, Madrid honored her legacy by naming a street after her and issuing a commemorative postage stamp in her memory.
Death and Legacy
Rocío Jurado passed away on June 1, 2006, in Alcobendas, Comunidad de Madrid, Spain, after a battle with pancreatic cancer. Her contributions to music and film left a significant impact, and she is remembered as one of Spain’s most beloved artists. Her legacy continues to inspire new generations of performers, ensuring that her memory lives on.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| La Lola se va a los puertos | 1993-09-10 | Lola |
| Proceso a una estrella | 1966-01-01 | Rosa Lucena |
| La querida | 1976-01-01 | Manuela |
| En Andalucía nació el amor | 1966-05-26 | Herself |
| Una chica casi decente | 1971-08-06 | Sylvia Martín |
| Lola la Piconera | 1970-01-24 | Lola |
| Los guerrilleros | 1963-02-05 | La Salvadora |
| Sevillanas | 1992-04-26 | |
| Rocío y los detonadores | 1972-01-01 | |
| Azabache | 1992-06-07 | |
| El amor brujo | 1986-03-23 | Herself (voice) |
| Rocío, contar la verdad para seguir viva | 2021-03-21 | Self |