Mario Montez, a renowned Warhol superstar, was born on July 20, 1935, and tragically passed away on September 26, 2013. He was a key figure in Andy Warhol's underground film movement, appearing in an impressive thirteen films between 1964 and 1966. Montez's artistic persona was inspired by the iconic actress Maria Montez, a revered figure in the gay community during the 1950s and 1960s.
Prior to his association with Warhol, Montez had already gained recognition for his roles in Jack Smith's groundbreaking underground films, including Flaming Creatures and Normal Love. In 1964, he also starred in Ron Rice's avant-garde film, Chumlum.
Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, Mario Montez became an integral part of the New York underground scene, leaving a lasting impact on the world of art and film.
