Raquel Welch Remembered as a Strong Christian
By Movieguide® Contributor
The Reformed and Presbyterian faith remembers Raquel Welch as a woman of serious faith.
She is remembered as having a deep faith, known for deep talks about theology, both historical and theoretical, embracing both with care.
Although she never forced faith on others, Welch fully embraced the Reformed and Presbyterian faith as described in the Westminster standards.
Welch also took great care in being a normal member of the church despite her superstar fame. She didn’t expect special attention and would make time to talk with other members.
Often advising churches and ministries on matters of business and practicality, Welch was able to share invaluable information she had gathered through her years.
Due to her popularity, Welch had difficulties trusting people, but she truly saw the church as a safe place; understanding it as the faith of her family, parents and ancestors and something deep and durable enough to support a difficult life.
Welch was a delightful woman who loved her children well and was a light in Hollywood.
Welch passed away on Feb. 15, 2023, after a brief illness.
Movieguide® Previously reported:
Actress Raquel Welch, known for classics like 1966’s FANTASTIC VOYAGE and THE THREE MUSKETEERS from 1973, died on Feb. 15, 2023. She was 82.
According to a statement from Welch’s manager, Steve Sauer, she died in Los Angeles after a “brief illness.”
“Raquel Welch, the legendary bombshell actress of film, television and stage, passed away peacefully early this morning after a brief illness,” Sauer wrote in a statement. “The 82-year-old actress burst into Hollywood in her initial roles in ‘One Million, B.C’ and ‘Fantastic Voyage.”
“Her career spanned over 50 years starring in over 30 films and 50 television series and appearances. The Golden Globe winner, in more recent years, was involved in a very successful line of wigs. Raquel leaves behind her two children, son Damon Welch and her daughter, Tahnee Welch.”
In the 1970s, Welch starred as Constance de Bonacieux in THE THREE MUSKETEERS and THE FOUR MUSKETEERS alongside Faye Dunaway, Charlton Heston, Michael York, and Oliver Reed.
Welch earned a Golden Globe for best actress in a comedy for her performance in THE THREE MUSKETEERS.
Welch is survived by her two children, son Damon Welch and her daughter Tahnee Welch.
