Rosa de Castilla

Rosa de Castilla was a Mexican actress who is best known for her roles in various films, including “Tal para cual,” “Tierra de hombres,” and “El lobo solitario.” She gained fame in the mid-20th century and was celebrated for her expressive performances and striking brown eyes.

Personal and Family Life

Rosa de Castilla was born María Victoria Ledesma Cuevas on May 30, 1932, in Cañada Honda, Aguascalientes, Mexico. She was married to Santiago Anglada Palleja, with whom she had two children before their divorce. Throughout her life, she was known for her love of music and performing, which began at an early age.

Career

Rosa started her career as a ranchera singer before transitioning to film. She made her acting debut in “El lobo solitario” in 1952 and gained recognition for her performance in “Tal para cual” in 1953, earning an Ariel Award nomination. She demonstrated a unique screen presence, effortlessly blending her feisty character with an elegant charm.

Death and Legacy

Rosa de Castilla passed away on August 1, 2022, in Mexico City. Her legacy lives on through her memorable film roles and her impact on the Mexican entertainment industry. She is remembered not only for her beauty and talent but also for her contributions to music and film.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
Orlak, el infierno de Frankenstein 1960-12-08 Estela
Tres desgraciados con suerte 1958-04-02 Margarita
Sandunga para tres 1953-07-28
Aquella Rosita Alvírez 1965-07-29
Cada quien su musica 1959-06-11
Tal para cual 1953-01-15
El asesino enmascarado 1970-06-25
La virtud desnuda 1957-05-05
¡Aquí están los aguilares! 1957-01-11
Bala de Plata en el pueblo maldito 1960-08-17
La paloma de Marsella 1999-03-05
El lobo solitario 1952-04-16
Cuatro hombres marcados 1968-08-08
La justicia del lobo 1952-06-12
Vuelve el lobo 1952-07-24
La comezón del amor 1961-04-14
Dos corazones y un cielo 1959-10-27
Dos gallos en palenque 1960-03-03 Singer
El correo del norte 1960-11-02
Los forajidos 1962-10-12
Héroe a la fuerza 1964-07-30
El jinete solitario en el valle de los buitres 1958-12-11
El tigre de Guanajuato: Leyenda de venganza 1965-08-12
Tierra de hombres 1958-01-07 María
La máscara de la muerte 1960-03-11
Tan bueno el giro como el colorado 1959-03-11
El mariachi desconocido 1953-10-30 Lupita
Yo… el aventurero 1959-01-21
Mis abuelitas… no más! 1961-03-30
Las nenas del 7 1955-01-06
Horizontes de sangre 1962-10-25
Me importa poco 1960-03-31 Bárbara
Ay Chabela…! 1961-06-22
Desnúdate, Lucrecia 1958-05-05
Las Nenas de Quinto Patio 1995-01-01
Pistoleros del oeste 1965-11-26
Pueblo de odios 1962-08-10
Vuelven los Argumedo 1963-04-19 Rosa
Reclusorio III 1999-01-01
Campeones del ring 1972-01-01
Ahí vienen los Argumedo 1962-11-02
Contigo a la distancia 1954-10-09