Lyn May, the dazzling Chinese Mexican showgirl who captivated presidents and starred in nearly 100 films, was at the height of her fame when a stunning twist changed everything.

In the early 1990s, a routine Botox appointment went horribly wrong, and instead of the intended treatment, something else disastrously altered her appearance.

You might not know Lyn May yet, but in Mexico, she’s a legendary figure. Known as “The Goddess of Love,” May has an extraordinary life story that’s as captivating as her career.

This dazzling icon of the Mexican film industry is famed for enchanting audiences and is even rumored to have bewitched presidents. Her remarkable journey is one you won’t want to miss – so let’s get started!

The American sailor
Lyn May was born as Lilia Guadalupe Mendiola Mayares in 1952. She hails from Acapulco, Mexico, and has Chinese heritage.

From a young age, she learned that nothing comes for free and had to contribute financially to her family. As a child, she sold souvenirs to tourists, helping to boost her household’s income. As she grew older, she worked as a waitress, a job that would change her life forever. It was on this job that she met her first great love—a 30-year-older American sailor.