Joaquín Pardavé, a beloved Mexican actor, passed away on July 20, 1955, at the age of 54 due to a stroke.
His death shocked the Mexican film industry, occurring just four months after the tragic death of actress Miroslava Stern.
Pardavé was known for his roles in the Golden Age of Mexican cinema, including films like “Ahí está el detalle” and “México de mis recuerdos.”
Rumors of a premature burial emerged after it was suggested that Pardavé suffered from catalepsy, leading to confusion about his death.
Following his death, it was discovered that Pardavé had his will in his pocket at the time of burial, prompting an exhumation of his body.
Despite the myths surrounding his death, Pardavé’s contributions to Mexican cinema remain significant, with tributes in his hometown of Pénjamo honoring his legacy.
