Nina Quartero (March 17, 1908 - November 23, 1985) was an American actress whose cinematic journey unfolded between 1928 and 1943. Born in New York City, she often took on supporting roles, frequently portraying the love interest of the leading male characters.
Quartero's career began with notable appearances in films like *One Stolen Night* (1929), where she starred alongside Betty Bronson and William Collier in a narrative centered on a British soldier aiding a captive dancer. In the same year, she showcased her talents in *Frozen River*, sharing the screen with Raymond McKee, where the story involved a heroic dog, Rin Tin Tin.
In 1931, she gained further recognition for her role as "Conchita" in *Arizona*, one of John Wayne's early films, where her character complicated Wayne's romantic entanglements with Laura La Plante and June Clyde. Quartero reunited with Wayne in *The Man from Monterey* (1933), solidifying her status as a frequent collaborator with the iconic actor.
As her career progressed, Quartero's roles became smaller, yet she continued to appear in significant projects, such as portraying a Cuban dancer in *Torchy Blane In Panama* (1938), a native dancer in *Green Hell* (1940), and a bar-girl in *A Lady Takes A Chance* (1943). Nina Quartero passed away in Woodland Hills, California, in 1985, leaving behind a legacy of memorable performances in early Hollywood cinema.
