MIAMI, United States. – The Cuban actress Ofelia Libertad Núñez Castro, popularly known as Ofelita Núñez, died this Monday in Havana at the age of 92. official media of the Island reported. Her career, with more than six decades of uninterrupted work in radio and television, made her a reference for several generations of actors and viewers.
Broad and versatile, Ofelia’s career was distinguished by her participation in numerous radio and television spaces that captivated the public over the years. His unmistakable voice resonated in children’s programs such as Aunt Tata tells stories and The music boxwhile his interpretive versatility was evident in radio soap operas such as sun of batey. In the television field, he is remembered for his work in Sunday’s comedy, Tele Teatro, Estudio 15 and soap operas like The orange tree in the patio and Beyond the limits.
Born in Havana On July 7, 1932, Ofelia grew up surrounded by artistic stimuli. Although her mother wanted her to develop a career as a pianist, the young woman found her true passion in theater and declamation. He studied at the Hubert de Blanck Municipal Conservatory of Music and later perfected his acting talent under the guidance of professor Hortensia Gelabert. His professional breakthrough came after winning the CMQ radio station’s “Looking for Stars” contest, an opportunity that definitively boosted his career.
Throughout her career, Ofelita was awarded important recognitions, including the National Radio Award in 2008. In addition, she received the Distinction for National Culture and the Status of Artist of Merit.
In accordance with his last will, his remains will be cremated.
