María Rojo, a celebrated Mexican actress, reflects on her challenging life and career spanning over 50 years in the entertainment industry.
Born on August 15, 1943, Rojo faced a difficult 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥hood marked by her father’s absence and struggles with dyslexia, which she later embraced as part of her identity.
Rojo discovered her passion for acting at the age of 8 and quickly rose to fame as a 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥 star, becoming an iconic figure in Mexican theater, television, and film.
Despite her success, Rojo admits to ongoing challenges in finding work in the industry, expressing concerns about the current entertainment landscape dominated by foreign talent.
Throughout her career, Rojo has been involved in significant political and cultural initiatives, serving as a federal deputy and advocating for the Mexican film industry.
At 81 years old, Rojo remains hopeful about upcoming projects, including her role in the film “La boda de Valentina,” while expressing a desire for more meaningful biographical representations in media.