Renée Victor, the spirited actress known for voicing the tough but loving Abuelita in Pixar’s Coco and for her memorable role as the sharp-tongued Lupita in Showtime’s Weeds, has passed away at the age of 86.

Victor died on Friday at her home in Sherman Oaks, California, after a long battle with lymphoma, her representative Julie Smith confirmed on Monday. She was surrounded by family at the time of her passing.

Pixar, the studio behind Coco, paid tribute to Victor on Instagram, writing, “We are heartbroken to hear of the passing of Renée Victor, the voice of Abuelita in ‘Coco’ and an incredible part of the Pixar family. We will always remember you.”

Victor appeared in 22 episodes of Weeds from 2005 to 2012, playing Lupita, the no-nonsense housekeeper with razor-sharp wit. Her television career also spanned appearances in shows such as ER, Matlock, Snowpiercer, Dead to Me, Mayans M.C., and With Love.

But it was her role in Coco (2017) that brought her global recognition. As the fierce but affectionate grandmother who fiercely enforced the family’s “No music!” rule—often with the threat of a flying sandal—Victor’s performance became iconic. Reflecting on the role, she once wrote on Instagram: “I play the part of ‘Abuelita,’ the chancla throwing grandma that preaches ‘No Music!’ Enjoy ‘Coco’ with your family this Dia de los Muertos and forever more!”

Her film work included The Apostle (1997), directed by and starring Robert Duvall, who affectionately dubbed her “One Take Renée.” Other film credits include The Doctor (1991), Paranormal Activity: The Marked Ones (2014), and A Night in Old Mexico (2013), also with Duvall.

Born on July 25, 1938, in San Antonio, Texas, Victor began her career as a singer and dancer. She moved to Los Angeles in the 1960s and performed with big band legends Xavier Cugat and Pérez Prado. She also taught Latin dances such as salsa and tango.

During this time, she met her husband Ray, and the two formed the musical duo “Ray & Renée,” touring internationally throughout the 1960s and early ’70s, gaining particular popularity in Australia.

In the 1970s, Victor hosted Pacesetters, a public affairs program on KTLA, and gradually transitioned into television and film throughout the 1980s.

Renée Victor leaves behind a legacy of strong, vibrant characters and a lifelong commitment to the performing arts. Her voice, passion, and humor touched generations of audiences, and she will be remembered not only as an artist, but as a trailblazer for Latina performers in Hollywood.