**Katy Jurado** (1924-2002) was a Mexican actress known for bringing an intense and charismatic presence to Hollywood. After making her debut in Mexican cinema, she established herself in the United States where she became an iconic figure in Westerns and melodramas.

Her most famous role is probably that of Helen Ramírez in *High Noon* (1952), alongside Gary Cooper. She received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress for *Broken Lance* (1954), becoming the first Latin American actress to achieve such recognition.

Other memorable roles include those in *One-Eyed Jacks* (1961) and *Barrabas* (1961). Jurado was often cast to portray strong, independent, passionate, and complex women, capable of great dignity even in suffering. Her screen presence was unmistakable, characterized by a profound emotional intensity.