“I Am Raquel Welch” is a feature documentary that celebrates the life of a trailblazing actress and single mother who not only redefined the world’s idea of a Hollywood “Sex Symbol,” but also led the way for modern-day action heroines.
It premieres on Saturday, March 8 (3/8/2025) at 8 p.m. ET on The CW.
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Who was Raquel Welch?
Throughout her career, Welch starred in numerous films, including “Bedazzled” (1967), “Bandolero!” (1968), “100 Rifles” (1969), “Myra Breckinridge” (1970), “Hannie Caulder” (1971), “Kansas City Bomber” (1972), “The Last of Sheila” (1973), “The Three Musketeers” (1973), “The Wild Party” (1975), and “Mother, Jugs & Speed” (1976). She also made several television variety specials.
In 1974, Welch won a Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture Actress in a Musical or Comedy for her performance in “The Three Musketeers.” She was also nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Television Film for her performance in “Right to Die” (1987).
Welch’s final film was “How to Be a Latin Lover” (2017) before her death on February 15, 2023, at the age of 82.
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