Conchita Cintrón
Peruvian female bullfighter (1922–2009) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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In this Spanish name, the first or paternal surname is Cintrón and the second or maternal family name is Verrill.
Concepción Cintrón Verrill, also known as Conchita Cintrón or La Diosa de Oro ('The Golden Goddess') [1] (August 9, 1922, in Antofagasta – February 17, 2009, in Lisbon), was a Chile-born Peruvian torera (female bullfighter), perhaps the most famous in the history of bullfighting. In the ring Cintrón was said to display particular grace, style and bravado, a combination known as duende.
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Born | (1922-08-09)August 9, 1922 Antofagasta, Chile |
Died | February 17, 2009(2009-02-17) (aged 86) Lisbon, Portugal |
Resting place | Trajouce, Lisbon, Portugal |
Occupation(s) | Professional bullfighter, journalist, dog breeder |
Years active | 1936-1950 |
Spouse | Francisco de Castelo Branco |
Children | Six |
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