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The renowned director and screenwriter María de los Ángeles Núñez Jauma passed away on the afternoon of July 25 due to a heart attack at La Covadonga hospital in Havana, as reported by the Centro de Teatro de La Habana through its profile on Facebook.
According to the wishes of the family, she will be cremated and her ashes will be placed in the family vault during a private ceremony, the note added.
The Cuban actress Luisa María Jiménez expressed her shock on social media: “Maria de los Ángeles Núñez Jauma, my dear ‘Maribel’... has just left us... death is relentless (...) I had no time for anything; I wake up and suddenly the news hits. Goodbye, dear Maribel, you are in the air, in the earth, on the horizon, in me... Do you know that I love you?”
From the Teatro La Proa group, they also expressed their sorrow over the loss. They recalled that Núñez Jauma recorded two of his works for Televisión Cubana (TVC) as part of the children’s series Retablo de sueños: Cinderella and Mowgli, the one bitten by the wolves.
"When we look back at these recordings... we will think of her and those unforgettable moments that helped us ease the challenging days of the pandemic," they noted in their farewell message.
Other colleagues at work mourned his passing and sent condolences to his family and friends.
Born in Havana on March 9, 1966, Núñez Jauma left a profound mark on Cuban audiovisual and performing arts. Her career began in 1984 as an assistant director at the Cuban Institute of Radio and Television. Since then, she developed a diverse body of work that encompassed television, theater, and video, highlighting the direction of Communication at TVC.
Among his most remembered works are the television plays The Old House, Andoba, and Private with the Queen, the latter inspired by the singer Celeste Mendoza. On stage, his productions The Last Bolero and Weekend in Bahia stood out.
His work was recognized with numerous national and international awards, especially in the Caracol and Caricatos contests of the National Union of Writers and Artists of Cuba (UNEAC), for his significant contributions to children's programs, dramatizations, and theatrical and cinematic projects, the note recalled.
Frequently Asked Questions about María de los Ángeles Núñez Jauma and her legacy in Cuban television and theater
Who was María de los Ángeles Núñez Jauma?
María de los Ángeles Núñez Jauma was a renowned Cuban director and screenwriter who left a deep mark on Cuban audiovisual and performing arts, excelling in television, theater, and video.
What were Núñez Jauma's most notable works?
Among his most notable works are the teleplays "La casa vieja," "Andoba," and "En privado con la reina," in addition to his theatrical productions such as "El último bolero" and "Weekend en Bahía." His work has been recognized with numerous national and international awards, especially in the Caracol and Caricatos competitions of UNEAC.
How was the farewell of María de los Ángeles Núñez Jauma?
According to the wishes of his family, Núñez Jauma will be cremated and his remains will be placed in the family vault during a private ceremony. His passing has been mourned by colleagues and friends on social media, who expressed their sorrow and remembered his legacy in Cuban culture.
What was the reaction of the artistic community to his/her passing?
The Cuban artistic community has expressed its shock and sadness over the death of María de los Ángeles Núñez Jauma. Numerous colleagues have conveyed their condolences and remembered the influence of her work in television and theater, highlighting her contributions to Cuban culture.
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