Maya & Miguel . Backstage (English) . Meet the Actors . Lupe Ontiveros

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Lupe Ontiveros
(Abuela Elenal)

Originally from El Paso, Texas, Lupe began as a movie extra in 1972 and soon after launched an impressive television and film career. Her many television credits include guest starring roles on shows such as Veronica's Closet, Leap of Faith, Resurrection Blvd. and The Brothers García. Lupe's film credits include Picking Up The Pieces, As Good As It Gets, Selena and Real Women Have Curves. In 2002, The Special Jury at the Sundance Film Festival awarded Lupe "Best Dramatic Actress" for her role in Real Women Have Curves.