Socorro Avelar was an American actress who is best known for Corazón salvaje (1977), Corazón salvaje (1966), and The Spring (2001). She was born in 1925 in Cuernavaca, Morelos, Mexico, and passed away on February 11, 2003, in Mexico City, Mexico.
Personal and Family Life
Socorro Avelar was born into a family with strong cultural roots in Mexico. While not much is publicly known about her personal life, her work as an actress showcased her talent and dedication to her craft throughout the decades. She became a beloved figure in Mexican cinema and television.
Career
Throughout her career, Avelar appeared in various films and television shows. She gained recognition for her roles in early Mexican telenovelas and films, establishing a legacy in the entertainment industry. Her performances were characterized by authenticity and a deep understanding of her characters.
Death and Legacy
Socorro Avelar died on February 11, 2003, from stomach cancer in Mexico City. Her contributions to film and television have left a lasting impact on the industry. Avelar is remembered for her dynamic roles and her influence on future generations of actors.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Solo | 1996-08-23 | Abeulita |
| Los signos del zodiaco | 1964-02-26 | Justina |
| Katuwira, donde nacen y mueren los sueños | 1996-12-18 | Solita |
| El imperio de la fortuna | 1986-11-28 | Madre de Dionisio |
| El ministro y yo | 1976-07-01 | Lupita (uncredited) |
| Nazarín | 1959-06-04 | Vecina de Josefa (uncredited) |
| El tejedor de milagros | 1962-12-27 | Chismosa |
| Los Caifanes | 1967-08-17 | Cabaret Worker |
| Mundo mágico | 1983-12-29 | |
| Contrabando y muerte | 1986-12-04 | |
| Pedro Páramo, el hombre de la Media Luna | 1978-08-10 | Justina Díaz |
| Volver, volver, volver | 1977-04-19 | Beata |
| Goitia, un dios para sí mismo | 1989-01-01 | Doña Marce |
| Powder Keg | 2001-06-01 | Contra Grandmother |
| La milpa | 2002-04-21 | Older Angela |
| Azul | 1972-12-06 | Isbet, la Bruja |
| Caminando pasos… caminando | 1977-04-10 | |
| Novios y amantes | 1973-01-01 | Doña Peluffo |
| La reina de la noche | 1994-09-07 | Pulque Saleswoman |
| Mexico, Mexico, ra, ra, ra! | 1976-02-04 | |
| Wild Blue Moon | 1992-01-01 | Village Witch |
| Se equivocó la cigüeña | 1993-07-09 | Robustiana |
| Retorno a Aztlán | 1991-02-23 | |
| Bendita Mentira | 1996-08-05 | Veneranda |
| Alma Rebelde | 1999-07-19 | Nana Chayo |
| Atrévete a Olvidarme | 2001-08-06 | Epitacia |
| El Manantial | 2001-10-01 | Doña Catalina “Cata” Sosa |
| Más allá del puente | 1993-11-08 | Serafina |