The Spanish film industry is mourning the heartbreaking loss of Verónica Echegui, the acclaimed actress who passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025, at the age of 42. According to several reports, the Fortitude star had been battling cancer in secret for a long time before her health gave in. As confirmed by HOLA (Spanish edition), Verónica passed away at 12 de Octubre University Hospital in Madrid.
Echegui kept her health struggles private throughout her life, which makes her sudden passing even more shocking for the industry and her fans. In her final battle, the actress, true to her nature, chose to fight in secret. In her final moments, Echegui was surrounded by her closest loved ones, including her long-time partner and renowned Spanish actor-director, Álex García.
