Katy Jurado - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 16, 1924 |
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| Died | July 05, 2002 (age 78) |
| Birthplace | Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Katy Jurado's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Pig |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Being a pioneering Mexican actress in Hollywood, remembered for roles in films such as 'High Noon' and 'Broken Lance'. |
Intro
Katy Jurado was a renowned Mexican actress who achieved significant success in both Mexican cinema and Hollywood, becoming one of the first Latin American actresses to be nominated for an Academy Award. She was known for her strong screen presence and for breaking stereotypes of Latina women in film.
Early Life & Background
Katy Jurado was born María Cristina Estela Marcela Jurado García in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico. She came from an influential family, and her entry into film was initially against her parents’ wishes. She made her film debut in Mexican cinema in the mid-1940s.
Career Highlights
- First Latin American actress nominated for an Academy Award (Best Supporting Actress for 'Broken Lance', 1954)
- Won a Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress for 'High Noon' (1952)
- Notable performances in films such as 'High Noon' (1952), 'Broken Lance' (1954), and 'One-Eyed Jacks' (1961)
- Contributed to the Golden Age of Mexican cinema and became a trailblazer for Hispanic actors in Hollywood
Trivia
- Her birth name was María Cristina Estela Marcela Jurado García.
- She was the first Latin American actress to win a Golden Globe Award.
- She was known for her deep, sultry voice and intense performances, which often challenged existing stereotypes.
FAQs
People also ask
Katy Jurado was born the 16 January 1924.
Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico.
On Her Birth-Day
About January 16th, 1924, in brief:
- Historical events: On January 16, 1924, Argentine aviator Raúl Pateras Pescara achieved a helicopter flight record. Specific details of the record are not specified in the available sources.
- Day of the week: January 16th, 1924 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Dipper Mouth Blues by King Oliver & His Jazz Band
- Popular movie: Beau Brummel directed by Harry Beaumont
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