Silvia Pinal's Mexico City home to be sold; former assistant calls it 'a shame'

The historic Mexico City residence of Mexican cinema icon Silvia Pinal is slated for sale, a decision that has saddened her former assistant, Efigenia Ramos. Located in the exclusive Jardines del Pedregal neighborhood, the house was a cherished property for Pinal, who acquired the land in 1955. Designed by architect Manuel Rosen Morrison, it is considered a significant example of Mexican modernist architecture and a historical gem of the entertainment industry.

Efigenia Ramos, who served as Pinal's assistant and close friend for many years, expressed her regret over the sale. She recalled Pinal's deep love for the house, where she celebrated birthdays and shared moments with friends and colleagues. Ramos believes Pinal would not have approved of the sale, as she worked hard to maintain it and intended for her heirs to enjoy it.

Ramos also noted that while she herself could not afford the property's upkeep, she felt the heirs, Alejandra Guzmán and Luis Enrique, could manage the costs. She suggested that the sale might stem from a lack of time to enjoy the property rather than a lack of sentimental value. Ramos, who spent considerable time at the house with Pinal, feels she experienced its charm more fully than many others.

The heirs reportedly plan to prepare the house before selling it, hoping it will go to someone who will truly appreciate its value. The property holds significant memories, including Pinal's final moments and numerous celebrations.

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Claro que no, adoraba su casa, ella pensaba que iban a disfrutarla.