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Elsa Cárdenas

Mexican actress

  • Fame52.5
  • Momentum5.7
  • Wikipedia4K
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  • Age
    91
    Born 1935
  • Known for
    Giant
    1956
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Updated 2026-06-20

Elsa Cárdenas Rentería is a Mexican actress. Since 1954 she has appeared in more than 100 films and television shows. She starred in the film Happiness, which was entered into the 7th Berlin International Film Festival. She acted alongside many stars, including James Dean in Giant and Elvis Presley in Fun in Acapulco. She was formerly married to Houston independent oil operator Guy Patton.

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Momentum5.7
Historical13.7
Now attention29.0
Source confidence65.0
Completeness75.0
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