Ana Ofelia Murguia was honored with the prestigious Golden Ariel Lifetime Achievement Award, the most esteemed recognition bestowed by the Mexican Academy of Cinematographic Arts and Science.
Mexican actress Ana Ofelia Murguia, renowned for her portrayal of Mama Coco in Disney’s critically acclaimed animated film Coco, has sadly passed away at the age of 90. Murguia’s exceptional talent and contribution to the industry will be remembered and cherished. Her demise occurred on December 31, 2023.
On Monday, Mexico’s National Institute of Fine Arts and Literature announced the unfortunate passing of renowned actress Ana Ofelia Murguia. The institute expressed deep sadness and conveyed their condolences to her family and friends. Ana Ofelia Murguia’s significant contributions to the performing arts in Mexico will always be remembered and cherished.
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Born in Mexico in 1933, Murguia’s career spanned over 40 years in movies and television during Mexican cinema’s golden age. She received the Golden Ariel lifetime achievement award, the highest honour given by the Mexican Academy of Cinematographic Arts and Science, in 2011. She also won best supporting actress at the Ariel awards in 1979, 1986 and 1996.
Murguia has appeared in The Queen of the Night (1994) and Nobody Will Mention Us When We’re Dead (1995) as part of his acting repertoire.
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The film Coco revolves around the journey of Miguel, a young musician who confronts his family’s deep-rooted biases against music. On the auspicious Day of the Dead, he embarks on an adventure into the mystical Land of the Dead, where he comes face to face with his ancestor, a renowned singer. The pinnacle of the movie showcases Coco, portrayed by Murguia, singing the critically acclaimed and Oscar-winning song “Remember Me” alongside Miguel, as a heartfelt tribute to her late father. Furthermore, Coco received the prestigious Academy Award for Best Animated Film in 2018, solidifying its exceptional artistic merit.
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