Holly Woodlawn, born Haroldo Santiago Franceschi Rodriguez Danhakl on October 26, 1946, in Juana Díaz, Puerto Rico, was an iconic American actress and Warhol superstar. She grew up in Miami Beach, where she came out at a young age and later adopted the name Holly from the heroine of "Breakfast at Tiffany's."

In 1969, she added the surname Woodlawn from a sign she saw on an episode of "I Love Lucy." She often told people she was the heiress to Woodlawn Cemetery, adding to her mystique.

Holly Woodlawn became famous for her roles in Andy Warhol's films "Trash" (1970) and "Women in Revolt" (1971). Her life and story were immortalized in Lou Reed's hit glam rock song "Walk on the Wild Side."

Her career spanned several decades, and she was known for her bold and authentic performances. She also appeared in films like "Billy's Hollywood Screen Kiss" (1998) and "Superstar in a Housedress" (1999).

In her personal life, she was known for her vibrant personality and love for life. She was a beloved figure in the queer underground and had a close-knit circle of friends and admirers. Holly passed away on December 6, 2015, in Los Angeles, California, due to complications from cancer. She was 69 years old and is buried at Hollywood Forever Cemetery.