Image of Carmen Sevilla

Carmen Sevilla

1930-10-16 Sevilla, Andalucía, Spain

Image of Carmen Sevilla

Biografia

Carmen Sevilla (1930-2021) was a renowned Spanish actress and singer who enjoyed a long and acclaimed career in film, television, and music. Born in Seville, Spain, Sevilla developed an early passion for the performing arts, honing her talents as a dancer and vocalist while still a child. Sevilla's big break came in the late 1940s, when she was discovered by a film producer and offered a role in the Spanish comedy "Yo Soy Muy Malo." This marked the beginning of her rise to stardom, as Sevilla went on to appear in a string of successful Spanish-language films throughout the 1950s and 1960s. Known for her captivating screen presence, sultry good looks, and versatile acting abilities, Sevilla quickly became one of the most renowned and beloved actresses in Spain. She starred in a wide range of genres, from lighthearted musicals to dramatic thrillers, and was particularly acclaimed for her performances in classics like "Currito of the Cross" and "The Bullfighter and the Lady." Beyond her film work, Sevilla also enjoyed a successful parallel career as a singer, recording several popular albums and performing live concerts that showcased her rich, emotive vocals. Her musical talents only added to her allure and helped cement her status as a true Renaissance woman of Spanish entertainment. Throughout her decades-long career, Sevilla received numerous accolades and honors, including Spain's prestigious National Film Award. She was also celebrated for her philanthropic work, particularly her efforts to support children's charities and cultural preservation initiatives. Even after stepping away from the spotlight in her later years, Carmen Sevilla remained a revered figure in her home country and across the Spanish-speaking world.

Películas

Con la pata quebrada (archive footage) 2013-06-14
El asalto al castillo de la Moncloa Carmina (archive footage) 1978-06-21
Rostros The Woman 1978-06-19
El apolítico Andrea 1977-05-02
La Promesa 1976-01-01
Nosotros, los decentes Maria 1976-02-16
Beatriz Doña Carlota 1976-12-06
Guerreras verdes Dolores / Rosa 1976-09-15
La noche de los cien pájaros Juana 1976-01-01
Muerte de un quinqui Marta 1975-12-31
La cruz del diablo Maria 1975-03-29
Terapia al desnudo Doctora Sol Esteve 1975-04-25
Canciones de nuestra vida Mari Pepa / Rita Medina (archive footage) 1975-11-24
Strip-tis a la inglesa 1975-01-01
La loba y la Paloma Sandra 1974-09-08
Sex o no sex Angélica 1974-09-05
Una mujer de cabaret Rita Medina 1974-12-02
Dormir Y Ligar: Todo Es Empezar Carmen Sevilla (uncredited) 1974-05-15
Nadie oyó gritar Elisa 1973-03-23
No es bueno que el hombre esté solo Lina 1973-01-01
El más fabuloso golpe del Far-West Marion 1972-03-06
Antony and Cleopatra Octavia 1972-03-18
La cera virgen María 1972-02-21
El apartamento de la tentación Julieta 1971-05-24
Embrujo de amor Sovira 1971-07-08
El techo de cristal Marta 1971-05-03
Enseñar a un sinvergüenza Rosana Cubero 1970-04-25
Una señora llamada Andrés Elisa 1970-11-19
El relicario Virginia / Soledad 1970-03-29
Un adulterio decente Fernanda 1969-08-25
El taxi de los conflictos Cantante 1969-04-16
La guerrillera de Villa Reyes Mendoza 1967-11-15
Camino del Rocío Esperanza Aguilar 1966-12-05
Operación Plus Ultra Self 1966-09-20
La vida de Pedro Infante (archive footage) 1966-04-20
Crucero de verano Patricia 1964-05-28
El balcón de la Luna Charo Ríos 1962-10-01
Buscando a Mónica Mónica Durán 1962-01-29
King of Kings Mary Magdalene 1961-10-11
La venganza Andrea Díaz 1958-05-02
Pane, amore e Andalusia Carmen García 1958-12-04
Secretaria para todo Cristina 1958-01-01
Los amantes del desierto Princess Amina 1957-10-31
Spanish Affair Mari Zarubia 1957-10-25
Don Juan Serranilla 1956-05-09
La fierecilla domada Catalina de Martos y Ribera 1956-01-23
Requiebro Paloma Reyes 1955-01-01
La pícara molinera Lucía Villanueva 1955-12-05
Congreso en Sevilla Carmen Fuentes 1955-09-03
Un caballero andaluz Esperanza "Colorín" 1954-10-08
Amor sobre ruedas Pasajera del avión (no acreditado) 1954-09-13
Gitana tenías que ser Pastora de los Reyes 1953-11-19
Reportaje María Eugenia Bazán 1953-11-13
La belle de Cadix Maria-Luisa 1953-12-24
La hermana San Sulpicio Gloria Alvargonzález / Hermana San Sulpicio 1952-10-06
Babes in Bagdad Maura 1952-12-07
Violettes impériales Violetta 1952-12-12
Plume au vent Héléna Châtelain 1952-10-17
Le Désir et l'Amour Lola 1951-10-09
El sueño de Andalucía Dolores / Estrellita 1951-03-16
Andalousie Dolorès / Estrellita 1951-03-16
La revoltosa Mari Pepa 1950-03-23
Cuentos de la Alhambra Mariquilla 1950-08-24
Filigrana Rosario Guadaira 1949-04-01
La Guitarra de Gardel Carmelilla 1949-12-22
Jalisco canta en Sevilla Araceli Vargas 1949-01-31
Serenata española Clementina (joven) (uncredited) 1947-05-12