Farewell to an icon. Raquel Welch, known for her roles in Fantastic Voyage and Bedazzled, has died at age 82.“The legendary bombshell actress of film, television and stage, passed away peacefully early this morning after a brief illness,” a representative for the actress told Us Weekly in a statement on Wednesday, February 15. “Her career spanned over 50 years starring in over 30 films and 50 television series and appearances.
The Golden Globe winner, in more recent years, was involved in a very successful line of wigs. Raquel leaves behind her two children, son Damon Welch and her daughter, Tahnee Welch.”Born in Chicago in 1940, Raquel moved to Los Angeles in 1963 to pursue her dream of movie stardom.
The following year, she appeared in the films A House Is Not a Home and Roustabout, the latter of which starred Elvis Presley.
She also racked up credits on TV shows including McHale’s Navy, Bewitched and The Hollywood Palace.In order to view the video, please allow Manage CookiesRaquel’s breakout role came in 1966 when she starred in Fantastic Voyage, a classic sci-fi film directed by Harry Kleiner.
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