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ALICIA HARPER Obituary

HARPER--Alicia CastroLeal. Write and Producer. December 13, 1947 - April 8, 2025. Alicia "Lily" CastroLeal Harper, beloved stage actress, writer and producer. Passed away peacefully on April 8th, surrounded by her sons, Philip and Harold, and her daughter-in-law, Rocio. Born in Mexico City on December 13, 1947, she was brought up in Paris. Alicia was the youngest daughter of Dr. Antonio Castro Leal and Rafaela Espino. Her father, a distinguished Mexican diplomat and intellectual; exposed Alicia to a rich world of art, culture, and ideas. An influence that shaped the course of her life. Alicia's passion for the arts was evident from the young age of 14 she began her career acting on the stage. It was at the theater, where she eventually met the love of her life. Alan A. Harper a producer of Sunday Morning, CBS. Together, they shared a deep love for the arts. Exploring cultures across the globe and creating meaningful work inspired by the beauty they found. They were madly in love. After Alan's passing, Alicia continued her journey traveling, creating, and building a remarkable legacy as an artist, entrepreneur and mother. Above all, Alicia was a devoted mother whose greatest joy came from her family. Her children were the heart of her world and her strongest motivation. A true force of nature, Alicia's warmth, vitality, and indomitable spirit left a lasting mark on everyone lucky enough to have known her.

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Published by New York Times on Apr. 20, 2025.

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