Spanish Actress Verónica Echegui Dies at 42 from Cancer

Spanish actress Verónica Echegui, renowned for her versatility and international roles in productions on Netflix, Prime Video, and Apple TV+, passed away at the age of 42 after a private battle with cancer. Echegui rose to prominence with her lead role in the 2006 film Yo Soy La Juani, earning a Goya Award nomination, and went on to build a diverse career including Latin American and Hollywood projects. Her final on-screen appearance was in the Apple TV+ series Love You To Death, which explored themes of illness and mortality. The Spanish film industry and notable figures, including Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and actor Antonio Banderas, mourned her untimely death, highlighting her immense talent and humility. Echegui also directed and won a Goya Award for best short film in 2022, showcasing her talents behind the camera. She died while hospitalized at Madrid's 12 de Octubre Hospital, with many unaware of her illness until her passing.