Thu Dec 19 20:20:00 UTC 2024: ## Veteran Colombian Actress Margalida Castro Dies at 79

**Bogotá, Colombia –** Renowned Colombian actress Margalida Castro passed away on Thursday, December 19th, at the age of 79, her manager Claudia Serrato confirmed via Instagram. Castro, a beloved figure in Colombian television with a career spanning nearly 60 years, succumbed to cancer that was recently diagnosed.

Serrato’s announcement included a video montage showcasing Castro’s extensive work across over 70 productions. She described Castro as “a pillar of Colombian culture” and a woman of unwavering vitality, dedication, and deep faith.

Castro’s career began after a chance encounter with fellow actors Vicky Hernández and Álvaro Ruiz in a children’s theatre production. Her television debut came in 1967 with “La tercera palabra.” However, it was her role as Sussy Borda Lavalle in the 1986 series “Gallito Ramírez” that propelled her to stardom, earning her an India Catalina Award for Best Supporting Actress.

Throughout her career, Castro received numerous accolades, including multiple India Catalina and TV y Novelas awards for her performances in such iconic shows as “Caballo viejo,” “Cuando quiero llorar no lloro,” “Clase aparte,” “María Bonita,” “Yo amo a Paquita Gallego,” and “El secretario.” In 2013, she was honored with the Víctor Nieto Lifetime Achievement Award at the India Catalina Awards.

Her recent work included roles in “La nieta elegida” (2021-2022) and “Tía Alison y Los Billis” (2023), her final television appearance. Tributes poured in from fellow actors including Liliana González, Adriana Arango, Juan Pablo Espinosa, and Diana Ángel, reflecting the profound impact Castro had on the Colombian entertainment industry. She will be remembered for her significant contributions to Colombian television and her enduring legacy as one of the country’s most celebrated actresses.

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