Vanessa Marquez
Vanessa Marquez | |
|---|---|
| Born | Vanessa Rosalia Marquez December 21, 1968 Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Died | August 30, 2018 (aged 49) South Pasadena, California, U.S. |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1987–2018 |
Vanessa Rosalia Marquez (December 21, 1968 – August 30, 2018) was an American actress. She was best known for her role as Nurse Wendy Goldman on the television series ER and as Ana Delgado in the film Stand and Deliver.
Early life[edit | edit source]
Vanessa Marquez was born in Los Angeles, California. She developed an interest in acting at a young age and pursued her passion through various roles in television and film.
Career[edit | edit source]
Marquez's career began in the late 1980s. She gained recognition for her role as Ana Delgado in the 1988 film Stand and Deliver, which was based on the true story of high school math teacher Jaime Escalante. Her performance in the film earned her critical acclaim and opened doors for further opportunities in the entertainment industry.
In 1994, Marquez joined the cast of the popular medical drama ER, where she played Nurse Wendy Goldman. She appeared in the series from 1994 to 1997, becoming a familiar face to the show's audience.
Throughout her career, Marquez also made guest appearances on various television shows, including Seinfeld, Melrose Place, and Malcolm & Eddie. Despite her early success, she faced challenges in her career and struggled with health issues.
Personal life and death[edit | edit source]
Marquez was open about her struggles with mental health and physical health issues, including obsessive-compulsive disorder and depression. She was also an advocate for mental health awareness.
On August 30, 2018, Marquez was involved in an incident at her home in South Pasadena, California, which resulted in her death. The incident involved law enforcement officers who were conducting a welfare check. The circumstances surrounding her death led to public discussions about police procedures and mental health crisis intervention.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Vanessa Marquez is remembered for her contributions to film and television, as well as her advocacy for mental health awareness. Her roles in Stand and Deliver and ER continue to be celebrated by fans and critics alike.
Filmography[edit | edit source]
Film[edit | edit source]
- Stand and Deliver (1988) as Ana Delgado
- Twenty Bucks (1993) as Melena
- Blood In Blood Out (1993) as Teenage Girl
Television[edit | edit source]
- ER (1994–1997) as Nurse Wendy Goldman
- Seinfeld (1992) as Nurse
- Melrose Place (1994) as Cindy
- Malcolm & Eddie (1997) as Teresa
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