Raquel Welchs real name is Jo Raquel Tejada. She adopted the stage name "Raquel Welch" early in her career.
Raquel Welch was born on September 5, 1940. She is currently 82 years old.
Raquel Welch is 5 feet 6 inches tall.
Raquel Welch is of Bolivian and English descent.
Raquel Welchs net worth is estimated to be around $30 million. She has earned her wealth through her successful career as an actress, model, and businesswoman.
Raquel Welch began her career as a weather forecaster in San Diego. She was discovered by a talent scout while working as a cocktail waitress in Los Angeles. Welch made her film debut in 1964s "A House Is Not a Home." She went on to star in a number of popular films, including "Fantastic Voyage" (1966), "One Million Years B.C." (1966), and "Myra Breckinridge" (1970).
In addition to her film career, Welch has also appeared in television shows, stage productions, and music videos. She has also written several books, including her autobiography, "Raquel: Beyond the Cleavage."
Raquel Welch has been married four times. Her first marriage was to James Welch, with whom she had two children. She was also married to Patrick Curtis, Andre Weinfeld, and Richard Palmer.
Welch is a strong advocate for womens rights and has been involved in a number of charitable causes. She is also a practicing Buddhist.
Year | Film | Role |
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1964 | A House Is Not a Home | Marie |
1966 | Fantastic Voyage | Cora Peterson |
1966 | One Million Years B.C. | Loana |
1970 | Myra Breckinridge | Myra Breckinridge |
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