Tributes have since poured in from across Spain and bey ond. Hollywood star Antonio Banderas

shared on X: “Today, Spanish cinema is in mourning due to the passing of Verónica Echegui. My condolences to her family and friends.”

Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez also expressed his grief, writing: “I was deeply shocked by the news of Verónica Echegui’s passing, an actress with enormous talent and humility who leaves us far too young. My embrace in these difficult moments to her family and friends.”

Actor Juan Diego Botto, known for On the Fringe, added: “I’m in shock at the loss of the great actress Verónica Echegui. A huge loss for our cinema. My warmest condolences to her family and friends.”

Known for her striking talent, authenticity, and depth of character, Echegui carved out a respected place in Spanish film and was regarded as one