The will of Silvia Pinal, the last great diva of Mexican golden cinema, was officially opened on December 17, 2024, almost five months after her death on November 28 of the same year.
The reading took place at the residence of María Elena Galindo, who assumed the role of substitute executor after the death of her sister Tina Galindo, initially designated by the actress.
Inheritance distribution: Sons and granddaughters as main beneficiaries
Silvia Pinal left a fortune estimated at more than one billion pesos, consisting of properties, works of art, jewelry and bank accounts.
His will designated nine principal heirs: his three children-Sylvia Pasquel, Alejandra Guzmán and Luis Enrique Guzmán-and six granddaughters and great-granddaughters, including Stephanie Salas, Michelle Salas, Camila Valero, Frida Sofía, Giordana and Schersa Guzmán.
Among the most important properties are the Pedregal house, the Silvia Pinal Theater, the Versalles Building, the Basurto apartment and land in Tequesquitengo.
These were distributed mainly among his children and Stephanie Salas, whom he considered a daughter.
Legacy for granddaughters and great-granddaughters
Silvia Pinal’s granddaughters and great-granddaughters were also considered in her will.
Michelle Salas, for example, inherited an apartment in Acapulco, in addition to a portion of bank accounts and other assets.
Frida Sofia, despite her estrangement from the family, was included in the will and received a sum of money.
Camila Valero, daughter of Stephanie Salas, also benefited from a portion of the monetary inheritance.
Recognition of Loyalty: Efigenia Ramos
Efigenia Ramos, Silvia Pinal’s personal assistant for more than 35 years, was acknowledged in the will with 10% of the actress’ jewelry, artwork and clothing.
The opening of the will was not without tension.
Sylvia Pasquel admitted in an interview that the family faced some “brawls” related to the paperwork and organization of the will, although she assured that everyone was cooperating to resolve the pending issues.
In addition, it was reported that Silvia Pinal’s children are considering selling the Pedregal house due to alleged economic problems and internal tensions.
The Pinal Dynasty has not fought over the inheritance because everything was perfectly stipulated by Silvia Pinal
Let her case serve as an example
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The Pinal family’s experience highlights the importance of clear and up-to-date estate planning.
For the U.S. Hispanic community, especially those with extended family roots, this case underscores the need to discuss and document inheritance decisions in advance to avoid conflicts and ensure that the testator’s wishes are effectively carried out.
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