Lupe Ontiveros
Lupe Ontiveros
Born 17th September 1942 in El Paso, Texas, U.S., Lupe Ontiveros dreamed of a career in film from a young age. Her first steps in the industry were not easy, but through persistence and hard work she managed to break into the big screen.
Today, Lupe Ontiveros is one of the most recognizable actresses, known for her roles in films such as «As Good as It Gets», «Selena», «Candyman: Day of the Dead» and «Universal Signs». Her unique acting style and ability to transform into characters have made her a favorite of the public.
Place of birth
El Paso, Texas, U.S. 
Date of birth
17th September 1942
Date of death
26th July 2012
Movies that starred Lupe Ontiveros (7 in total)
Universal Signs [2008]
Claire
Tortilla Heaven [2008]
Adelfa
A Girl Like Me: The Gwen Araujo Story [2006]
Mami
Real Women Have Curves [2002]
Carmen Garcia
Candyman: Day of the Dead [1999]
Abuela
Selena [1997]
Yolanda Saldívar
As Good as It Gets [1997]
Nora Manning