Lyn May, the Chinese-Mexican showgirl famously known as “The Goddess of Love,” charmed audiences throughout her career. She starred in nearly 100 films, becoming a beloved figure in Mexican entertainment.
Born Lilia Guadalupe Mendiola Mayares in 1952, Lyn’s early life was filled with hardships. She married an American sailor but divorced after five years due to allegations of abuse, a painful chapter in her personal history.
After her divorce, Lyn moved to Acapulco and rose to fame as a dancer. Her captivating presence soon made her a standout star in the Ficheras film genre, popular during the 1970s and 80s.
However, Lyn’s pursuit of beauty faced a tragic setback in the 1990s. A botched Botox procedure dramatically altered her appearance, leaving her face with disfiguring lumps instead of the desired smoothness.
She later revealed the injections she received were not Botox but harmful substances like water, baby oil, or cooking oil. This ordeal left a lasting impact on her appearance and career.
Lyn’s personal life was also marked by deep sorrow. After the death of her second husband, Antonio Chi Su, from cancer in 2008, she confessed to a macabre act of grief: digging up his grave and sleeping beside him to cope with her loss.
In 2021, Lyn again made headlines when she announced a pregnancy at age 68, which later turned out to be a publicity stunt. This event added to the complex narrative of her life in the public eye.
Despite the challenges, Lyn May remains a symbol of resilience, glamour, and enduring fame in Mexican pop culture. Her story reflects the complicated interplay between the pursuit of beauty and the harsh realities of life in the spotlight.
