Mercedes Altárriba: A Parisian Actress Steeped in Symbolism Mercedes Altárriba, born June 18, 1939, in Paris, France, embodies a fascinating intersection of artistic heritage and theatrical performance. Her lineage traces back to Paul Fort, a prominent symbolist poet whose influence subtly permeated her creative spirit—a connection that extends beyond mere familial ties into the realm of shared aesthetic sensibilities. From her youthf…