Desperate Houswives actress Lupe Ontiveros has died of cancer at the age of 69.

The Emmy nominated actress  was reportedly suffering from live cancer.

Onitveros took on the role of Carlos’ mother Juanita in Despearate Housewives which finished its final season this year.

The actress was also famous for roles in “The Goonies,” “As Good As it Gets,” and “Hill Street Blues” .