Juanita Reina facts for kids
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Juanita Reina
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| Birth name | Juana Reina Castrillo |
| Also known as | La Reina de la Copla |
| Born | August 25, 1925 Seville, Spain |
| Died | March 19, 1999 (aged 73) Seville, Spain |
| Genres | Copla |
Juanita Reina (born Juana Reina Castrillo; August 25, 1925 – March 19, 1999) was a famous Spanish singer and actress. She was known as "La Reina de la Copla," which means "The Queen of Copla." Copla is a traditional Spanish style of music.
Juanita Reina was born in Seville, a beautiful city in southern Spain. She grew up in the Macarena neighborhood. From a young age, she loved music and performing. She studied at a special academy run by Enrique el Cojo, a famous flamenco artist. This training helped her become a talented performer.
Becoming a Star
Juanita became very popular because of her amazing voice. She sang songs written by famous copla songwriters like Rafael de León and Manuel Quiroga. These songs often told stories about love, passion, and everyday life in Spain.
Her talent wasn't just for singing. Juanita also became a successful actress. She made her first movie, La blanca Paloma (White Pigeon), in 1941. This film helped her become even more well-known across Spain.
Life and Legacy
On June 15, 1964, Juanita Reina married Federico Casado Algrenti. He was a flamenco dancer, just like her. Together, they were a powerful couple in the world of Spanish entertainment.
After her singing and acting career, Juanita opened a restaurant in Madrid. She also started a dancing academy in her hometown of Seville. She wanted to share her love for Spanish culture and arts with others.
Juanita Reina passed away on March 19, 1999, in Seville. She is buried in the San Fernando cemetery there. She is remembered as one of the most important figures in Spanish copla music and film. Her songs and movies continue to be loved by many people.
Juanita's Movies
Juanita Reina starred in many films during her career. Here are some of her most famous movies:
- The White Dove (1942)
- Cinnamon Flower (1943)
- Serenata española (1947)
- Lola Leaves for the Ports (1947)
- Lola the Coalgirl (1952)
- Gloria Mairena (1952)
- Airport (1953)
- It Happened in Seville (1955)
- La novia de Juan Lucero (1958)
- Canciones de nuestra vida (1975)
See also
In Spanish: Juanita Reina para niños
