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Spanish actress Isabel Torres, known for starring in the TV series Veneno, has died from lung cancer. She was 52.
A statement shared on her official Instagram account notified fans of her passing.
"Today, February 11, 2022, we say goodbye to Isabel," the statement, translated from Spanish reads. "Although her family and friends feel her loss deeply, we know that wherever she goes, she will have fun as only she knows how. Thank you for all the messages of affection and concern. She has left feeling very loved and supported."
According to Spanish media, Torres had been suffering from lung cancer for two years, which then led to bone metastases.
In November 2021, Torres shared a video on Instagram revealing that she was told by doctors that she had just two months to live.
Torres rose to prominence in the Spanish TV world in 2019 when she was cast as one of the three protagonists in the show Veneno in which she played the iconic character, Cristina Ortiz.
She was diagnosed with lung cancer while filming the show, telling Spanish media: "My life has not been easy. Without realizing it, I have made a battle of my life. A battle that I don't know if it will end soon or a little later. What I am clear about is that I am not going to stop fighting until the last moment."
She also said in an interview, per El Periodico: "I was in the middle of filming the series and I was in pain."
Tributes for the actress and LGBTQ+ advocate have started pouring in as fans remember Torres' life and career.
"Isabel Torres, you will be always on our minds," reads one tweet.
Isabel Torres, you will be always on our minds. ? pic.twitter.com/b0oaGL6hwR
— Diego Villacorta (@DiegoViya) February 11, 2022
While another added: "So sad to hear about the death of Veneno star Isabel Torres. Rest in peace, you beautiful & radiant soul."
So sad to hear about the death of Veneno star Isabel Torres. Rest in peace, you beautiful & radiant soul. ? pic.twitter.com/ChUpmSEfVr
— Sonja Sajzor ? (@sonjasajzor) February 11, 2022
"May the earth be light to you, I wish you hadn't left so soon, Isabel. A hug for all your loved ones," said another.
Disfruté viendo a Isabel Torres en ‘La Veneno’, una maravillosa actriz que nos hizo vibrar a todas.
— Irene Montero (@IreneMontero) February 11, 2022
Que la tierra te sea leve, ojalá no te hubieras ido tan pronto, Isabel. Un abrazo para todos sus seres queridos. pic.twitter.com/0dmF0DKY5U
On Instagram, singer Ricky Merino added: "What a great shame. Rest in peace Isabel, we will miss you."
While journalist Laura Fa added: "Until always beautiful. Rest in peace."
Singer Sylvia Pantoja commented: "Fly my beautiful girl, your light will continue to shine from above."
While journalist David Moreno added: "Thank you so much Elizabeth. For the laughs, the songs and your art. Miss you. Good trip. You will always be light."
Singer Vanesa Martin said: "Have a good trip beautiful fighter."
