Leo Gillick
Renown actor, director, and film writer Verónica Echegui has passed away at only 42 years old after a battle with cancer.
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Initially, Verónica Echegui came to light with her popular role in My Name Is Juani, released in 2006 and directed by Bigas Luna. Her performance in the central role of the Spanish-language movie caught the attention of the audience. It was a breakout performance that put her on the map.
Her Career on Screen: Verónica Echegui took four Spanish Academy nominations during her career. She was nominated for new actor (“My Name is Juani,” 2007), lead actress (“My Prison Yard, 2009; “Katmandu,” 2012), and supporting actress (“My Heart Goes Boom,” 2022).
Her career went from strength to strength, and before long, the Spanish actress was being fielded for international roles. Verónica Echegui had her breakout over the pond with Bunny And The Bull initially. However, the title that really caught the eye of the international market was Love You To Death, released in 2025.
This was the final role for her, which she stayed in until succumbing to cancer. She was full of life and energy on the screen until her passing.
Sorrow For Verónica Echegui On Social Media
Colleagues mourn: The charismatic and energetic performances from Verónica Echegui up until her death captured the hearts of audiences at home and abroad. Her death has shocked many, with most not knowing she was battling cancer.
- “The most beautiful smile in cinema. Talented, kind, and full of light. How can someone so full of life leave? Fly high, dear Verónica Echegui”
Antonio Banderas also shared his emotional farewells to the well-loved actress on her passing. He noted her contributions to ot only to the world of film, but female Spanish actresses. Her work and dedication to her art will remain long after her passing.
- “Her career was a constant challenge to the norm and a hymn to emotional truth 🎬✨ Her presence in Spanish cinema, with a Goya for Best Short Film for ‘Tótem Loba’, is powerful and authentic. Today we miss her as an actress, but above all as a woman: close, brave, vindictive, deeply human 🫶.”
