Alicia Bonet dies: this was her love with Juan Ferrara and Claudio Brook, and the painful tragedy that marked her

The death of Alicia Bonet At 78 years old, this October 26 has revived interest in the career of one of the most emblematic figures of Mexican cinema and television, as well as the personal episodes that marked his life away from the spotlight.

The National Association of Interpreters (ANDI) confirmed the news, expressing his condolences to family and friends and remembering the mark the actress left in productions such as Even the wind is afraid, Bachelorette party y The scapular. The organization did not specify the causes of death.

Born on April 26, 1947 in Mexico City, Alicia Bonet He began his artistic career in youth theater during the 1950s, which allowed him quick access to cinema. Her versatility led her to share the stage with figures such as Angelica Maria, Arturo de Córdova, Alberto Vazquez y Andres Solerconsolidating its presence in the national entertainment industry.

Throughout his career, he participated in nearly 30 productions, including Guadalajara in summer, ruby, Viviana, On the surface, Love is not what they paint it to be y Looking for a man. Her ability to embody characters of great emotional depth positioned her as one of the most versatile actresses of her generation.

The recognition of Alicia Bonet was consolidated with his leading role in Even the wind is afraiddirected by Carlos Enrique Taboada in 1968, a work that today is considered a classic of Mexican horror cinema.

In that production, he shared credits with Marga Lopez, Maricruz Olivier, Renata Seydel, Elizabeth Dupeyrón y Norma Lazarenoforming a cast that remains a reference in the history of the genre in Mexico.

The personal life of Bonet It was marked by its closeness to the artistic world and by episodes of profound tragedy. During the filming of The angels of Puebla In the 1960s, he met Juan Ferrarawho played a rebellious young man who aspired to become a star, while the character of Bonet She was a Puebla girl subjected to a religious and strict family.

The bond between the two transcended the screen and, before the film’s premiere, they got married. From that union were born Juan Carlos y Mauricio Bonetwho also pursued an acting career.

However, coexistence was far from harmonious. Alicia Bonet revealed years later that the couple faced difficulties in achieving happiness, and there were versions about the rejection of the couple’s family. Juan Ferrara towards her, which translated into exclusion during family gatherings.

After the birth of his children, Bonet He chose to retire from acting to dedicate himself to his family, but the marriage did not prosper.

The impact of the failed marriage was reflected in his biography: between 1972 and 1994, his presence in film and television was limited to sporadic appearances and supporting roles.

In 1989, Alicia Bonet married Claudio Brookactor recognized for his collaborations with Luis Buñuel in movies like The exterminating angel y Simon of the desert. From this relationship were born Arturo y Gabriel Brook. The relationship with Brook She was described as blameless until the actor’s death in 1995 from stomach cancer, which represented the first major blow in the actress’s life.

During the following decade, Bonet He tried to resume his career with participation in soap operas on different television stations. However, tragedy struck again when her son Gabriel Brookwho also had artistic aspirations, died in 2004 at the age of 29 after jumping from the fourth floor.

Although theories pointed to suicide, Alicia Bonet He kept the results of the investigations into his son’s death confidential. The loss of Gabriel marked a definitive turning point in her life, leading her to move away from the stage and public life..

The last public appearance of Alicia Bonet was registered in 2010, when he participated in the program What we women keep silent about. Since then, she has chosen to keep a low profile, far from the spotlight that accompanied her during her youth and artistic maturity.

The ANDI He highlighted in his statement: “The National Association of Interpreters announces the sensitive death of our interpreter partner Alicia Bonet. Mexican actress remembered for her participation in films such as Even the Wind is Afraid, Bachelorette Party and The Scapular. To his family and friends we send our deepest condolences.”

The death of Alicia Bonet closes the cycle of an artist whose discretion off stage contrasted with the intensity of her characters, complex and sensitive women who remain in the memory of the Mexican public.