RIP Karina Duprez

 

Karina Duprez, actress of 'Wild Rose' and director of 'The Usurper', died at the age of 79 

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By Renzo Alvarez

April 22, 2026

 

She was the daughter of actress Magda Guzmán, remembered for her participation in productions such as Cuna de lobos and María la del barrio.

Mexican actress Karina Duprez, who participated in more than twenty Televisa productions, died on Wednesday at the age of 79, the National Association of Interpreters (ANDI) confirmed through its social networks. The institution mourned the loss of who also served as a director and participated in productions such as Rosa salvaje, Mundo de juguete and La rosa de Guadalupe.

"The Board of Directors and the Vigilance Committee of the National Association of Interpreters communicate the sensitive death of our interpreter partner Karina Duprez. Mexican actress and director with an extensive career in the television industry. To her family and friends we send our most heartfelt condolences on behalf of the Board of Directors and Vigilance Committee of ANDI," the statement reads.

From a very young age, Duprez participated in plays and his career soon extended to film and television, where he came to direct productions such as Agujetas de color de rosa, Esmeralda, La usurpadora and Sortilegio.

According to information from the newspaper El Universal, no wake will be held in compliance with his wishes. His remains will be cremated and on Saturday, April 25, a mass will be held in his honor.

Who was Karina Duprez?

Karina Duprez came from a family that was no stranger to art. She was the daughter of actress Magda Guzmán, remembered for her participation in films and soap operas such as El ángel exterminador, Cuna de lobos and María la del Barrio.

In 1979, she married actor Carlos Ancira, a relationship that continued until his death in 1987. From that marriage was born the actress Magda Karina, who continued the family tradition in acting.

Her grandson, actor Chris Pazcal, dedicated a message to her on social networks, accompanied by 10 family photos.

"Thank you for your unconditional love, for your complicity, for every moment shared and for always being my guide. Thank you for believing in me, for pushing me and for being a fundamental part of my career. Without a doubt, I would not be the actor I am today if it were not for you, for your teachings, for your passion and for everything you gave me. But, above all, thank you for being the best grandmother. For being there, for taking care of me, for loving me," she said.

DUPREZ, Karina (Karina Julia Descalzo Guzmán)

Born: 12/25/1946, Mexico City, Federal District, Mexico

Died: 4/22/2026, Mexico City, Federal District, Mexico

 

Karina Duprez’s westerns - actress

El caudillo – 1968 ((Lupe Garcia)

Furias bajo el cielo – 1971 (Juanita)

Uno para la horca – 1974 (Millie)