Lorena Meritano Honra a Rebecca Jones En Su Natalicio

An Emotional Instagram Tribute

On the anniversary of what would have been Rebecca Jones’s birthday, actor Lorena Meritano Oficial took to her Instagram feed to deliver a heartfelt message in Spanish, accompanied by a serene portrait of the late star. In the caption, Meritano wrote:

“En el día de tu natalicio @la_rebeccajones te recordamos como lo que fuiste, sos y serás una mujer EXTRAORDINARIA EN TODO EL SENTIDO DE LA PALABRA.
Guíanos a quienes aquí seguimos, con tu luz.

Mujer maravillosa.
Abrazo a los tuyos con respeto y amor.
Feliz cumpleaños al cielo.”

(Translation: “On the day of your birth @la_rebeccajones we remember you as what you were, are, and will be—an EXTRAORDINARY woman IN EVERY SENSE OF THE WORD. Guide us who remain here, with your light. Wonderful woman. A hug to your loved ones with respect and love. Happy birthday up in heaven.”)

Meritano tagged fellow actresses Ana Celia Urquidi and Aracely Arámbula, adding a string of heart and star emojis to underline her admiration. The post immediately resonated with followers, who flooded the comments with memories and thanks for both Meritano’s words and Jones’s enduring influence.

Remembering Rebecca Jones’s Legacy

Rebecca Jones (born May 21, 1957 – died March 21, 2023) was one of Mexico’s most respected actresses, with a career spanning five decades in television, theatre, and film. She rose to prominence in the early 1980s with her role in the telenovela Monte Calvario, and later captivated audiences alongside Victoria Ruffo and Guillermo Capetillo in the 1993 hit Corazón Salvaje. Jones was also a co-founder of Mexico’s independent theater scene, earning accolades for her stage work and producing several award-winning plays.

Her unexpected passing at age 65 from cancer shook the entertainment community, leading to tributes across social media and televised specials. Colleagues praised her versatility, professionalism, and mentorship of younger actors. Beyond acting, Jones was remembered for her activism in support of cancer patients, a cause that hit home for Meritano herself, who has publicly shared her own battle with the disease.

Fans And Fellow Artists React

Among the first to reply to Meritano’s homage was Aracely Arámbula, who commented simply with a purple heart and star emoji, while Ana Celia Urquidi added: “Siempre en nuestro corazón.” (“Always in our heart.”) Fans noted the sincerity of Meritano’s phrasing, especially her plea, “Guide us who remain here, with your light,” which many interpreted as a call for Jones’s spirit to continue inspiring her admirers.

Comments ranged from recollections of Jones’s most iconic performances to personal anecdotes of theater visits and fan meet-and-greets. One user wrote, “Rebecca’s energy lives on every time I watch her old telenovelas.” Another thanked Meritano for keeping Jones’s memory alive for newer generations.

A Lasting Influence

Since the post, major outlets have highlighted the bond between Meritano and Jones—and how both women navigated public life while facing personal trials. Meritano’s gesture underscores a broader trend on social platforms, where viewers expect stars to celebrate peers and acknowledge legacies in real time.

As networks prepare retrospective programming later this year, this Instagram tribute sets the tone: celebrating not only the body of work Rebecca Jones left behind, but also the human connections that sustain an artist’s memory long after they’re gone. For Lorena Meritano, this post was more than a social-media update—it was a personal tribute from one survivor to another, forging a bridge between past performances and future inspiration.

Meritano’s message closes with a tender embrace for Jones’s family “with respect and love,” reminding readers that even in the digital age, sincere condolences can feel as close as a hug.

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