The public funeral for the Catalan actress Itziar Castro began on Sunday morning at the Pal·ladius Hall in Pallejà, near Barcelona. The service started around 9:15 a.m. and is expected to stay open as long as there is a need, according to statements from the family’s representative agency.
The coffin was placed at the front of the hall, with the actresss photograph nearby and a message that reads, I just want you to remember me sometimes. Floral garlands surrounded the casket, laid by family and friends who gathered to pay tribute.
A LGTBI pride flag hung at one end of the coffin, juxtaposed against the Catalan and Spanish flags visible in the background.
Today the burning chapel will reopen from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for family and close friends only, with an intimate ceremony scheduled to begin at 4:00 p.m.
Castro passed away early Friday in Lloret de Mar, Girona, during light rehearsals for a charity synchronized swimming gala. The circumstances were confirmed by representatives and local authorities.
Fans and colleagues described Castro as a versatile performer whose work touched many audiences across Catalonia and Spain. The tribute reflects the broad appreciation for her contributions to film, theater, and television, and her passing has sparked an outpouring of messages from friends and fans alike. The family has requested privacy as the community honors her memory and supports those close to her during this difficult time. (Citation: Agencia local)