While many are aware of Carla Laemmle's recent passing and her connection with early Universal horror films, someone from that same era at the beginning of horror talkies has been living amongst us until only a few days ago.
Lupita Tovar who starred as Mina in Universal's 1931 Spanish language Dracula has died at the grand age of 106. RIP after an incredibly long and interesting life. http://variety.com/2016/film/people-news/lupita-tovar-dead-dracula-120191707 3/ She worked in films throughout the 30's and 40's and also did Spanish dubs for films as well. Her daughter Susan Kohner was an actress as well (Imitation of Life) and two of her grandsons, Chris and Paul Weitz continue in the film biz as Director/Producers. Visit the MoPo Mailing List Web Site at www.filmfan.com ___________________________________________________________________ How to UNSUBSCRIBE from the MoPo Mailing List Send a message addressed to: [email protected] In the BODY of your message type: SIGNOFF MOPO-L The author of this message is solely responsible for its content.
