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Maria Montez

Acting

Born June 6, 1912 · Barahona, Dominican Republic

Died September 7, 1951

Also known as María Montez · Мария Монтес · María África Gracia Vidal

Biography

María África Gracia Vidal, known professionally as Maria Montez, was a Dominican actress who gained fame and popularity in the 1940s starring in a series of filmed-in-Technicolor costume adventure films. Her screen image was that of a seductress, dressed in fanciful costumes and sparkling jewels. She became so identified with these adventure epics that she became known as The Queen of Technicolor. Over her career, Montez appeared in 26 films, 21 of which were made in North America, with the last five being made in Europe.

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Awards & recognition

  • Order of Merit of Duarte, Sanchez and Mella

Filmography5 titles