Mirta Massa

Biography

Mirta Teresita Massa was a fashion model who graced the cover of Gente and other magazines. She eventually won the title of Miss Argentina, and then Miss International in 1967, becoming only the second Latin American to do so. She not only gained some exposure in the U.S., appearing on The Joey Bishop Show and other programs, but also became a celebrity in her home country. More higher profile modeling gigs, ad campaigns and even some acting roles followed. In 1971, American filmmakers Jack Bravman and Michael and Roberta Findlay traveled to Argentina to make a film influenced by the Manson Family murders. Mirta landed the lead role in that, playing an actress who finds herself involved with...