Cocó Sharp

> Thank you for having the courage to defend your dreams, and not give in to mine.
>
> Cocó Sharp, Light Years (Años luz)

## Amelia Sharp

* 2021
* 1975

### Relatives

Caterina Sharp (Daughter)
Allegra Sharp (Granddaughter)
Lucía Sharp (Mother)
Grandma Allegra (Grandmother)

### Occupation

Musical theater actress
Director of Eleven O'Clock

## Appearances

### Portrayed by

Elena Roger (2021, 1994)
Antonia Bengoechea  (1975)

## Biography

Cocó Sharp, born as Amelia Sharp, is a legendary figure in the world of musical theater. She was known for her exceptional talent and captivating performances, which earned her a well-respected reputation in the industry. Cocó's dedication and talent shone through, earning her the admiration of both critics and audiences alike.

### Early Life (1975)

Amelia Sharp, known by her stage name Cocó, was born with a passion for singing and a dream of making it big on Broadway. Her journey began in 1975 when she found herself performing as a singer at the bar La Gruta. Despite her talent and dedication, the bar's low attendance discouraged her. However, she found solace in her relationship with Franco Resco, who hoped to see her talent revitalize the bar to help fund his larger project in the future.

Amelia's aspirations to go Broadway were kept secret, and she quietly saved money, determined to make her way to the grand stages of New York City. Her grandmother, Allegra, played a pivotal role in her life, constantly reminding her to pursue her dreams without holding back.

As Amelia practiced duets for the remodel of La Gruta, her talent caught the ear of Pedro Alcaraz, who recognized her potential. Pedro saw the opportunity to help her launch a solo career and persuaded her to leave home and accompany him to New York for auditions. To commemorate this crucial moment, Pedro gifted her an engraved wristwatch, symbolizing the most important moment in a musical: eleven o'clock, when the lead character experiences a significant revelation.

Amelia had planned to wait for the successful reopening of La Gruta before venturing to Broadway and applying to schools. However, Pedro believed in her talent and insisted that she was ready to pursue her career immediately, encouraging her to forgo applying to schools altogether.

Facing a difficult decision, Amelia found support from her Grandmother Allegra and her mother, Lucia. With their encouragement, she chose to leave her friends Franco and Paloma behind, opting to join Pedro on the journey to New York. It was during this moment of departure that Amelia adopted her stage name, Cocó, signifying a new beginning in her artistic journey.

Amelia Sharp, now known as Cocó, embarked on an adventure filled with hope, determination, and the promise of realizing her dreams on the illustrious stages of Broadway.

### Mid-Career (1994)

Cocó Sharp, renowned for her success on Broadway, experienced a significant phase in her mid-career that brought her back to her hometown. Having established her theatre company, Eleven O'clock, Cocó returned in triumph to the place where her dreams had taken root.

In 1994, Cocó took on the role of director for the production of the musical "Freaky Friday." Known for her demanding nature, she held high expectations for her theatre company, which inadvertently strained her relationship with her daughter, Caterina. The tension between them grew as Cocó discovered Caterina's intention to join a literature workshop that coincided with the Freaky Friday tour. Worried about the potential distraction, Cocó took matters into her own hands and approached the workshop's writer, seeking to ensure Caterina's absence.

However, Cocó's plan backfired when Caterina decided to quit the theatre company altogether. In an attempt to salvage the situation, Cocó presented Caterina's resignation as a mere whim, temporarily replacing her with Greta during rehearsals. Nevertheless, Cocó's ambitious personality and the strained relationship with her daughter left a lasting impact that endured for decades.

Feeling uncertain about the repercussions, Cocó hesitated to replace Tomás, the Freaky Friday tour manager, with her oldest friend, Mike. The weight of her decisions weighed heavily on her as she grappled with the fear of potential consequences. Eventually, Cocó gave in and informed Tomás that Caterina would not be part of the tour. In response, Tomás threatened to sue her for breach of contract if his demands weren't met, intensifying the already mounting pressure on Cocó.

Tragedy struck on the premiere opening of Freaky Friday when a devastating fire engulfed the theatre. Doubt and suspicion cast shadows over the circumstances surrounding the fire, and security tapes found by Allegra and Felix raise questions about whether Cocó herself or another party was responsible.

### Late-Career (2021)

Cocó Sharp's late-career was characterized by her globetrotting tours, but the strained relationship with her daughter Caterina continued to cast a shadow over their lives in 2021. The demanding nature of Cocó's career often made her feel absent from Caterina's life, deepening the divide between them.

However, a turning point came when Cocó returned to her hometown after Caterina's accident. Seeing the potential in her granddaughter Allegra, Cocó encouraged her to pursue her dreams of joining Eleven O'Clock, the theatre company she had built. Their initial interactions were awkward, culminating in Caterina grounding Allegra after receiving a video of her performing for the Eleven O'Clock judges, sent by an unidentified person. Nevertheless, Cocó remained a steadfast advocate for Allegra's dreams, urging her to convince her mother to accept her true passion.

Gradually, the strained relationship between Caterina and Cocó began to heal. They found solace in visiting the grave of Lucía, Cocó's late mother and Caterina's grandmother, on the 23rd anniversary of her passing. Encouraged by Allegra, Cocó made efforts to mend her broken bond with Caterina, taking a significant step by reading Caterina's unpublished novel, which had remained hidden for years.

The turning point in their reconciliation came with the discovery of footage from the premiere night, showcasing Cocó standing up for Caterina in front of Tomás, thereby highlighting their unbreakable bond. This revelation brought Caterina and Cocó closer together once again.

Months later, the old theater reopened its doors, becoming the stage for a new play based on Caterina's novel. With Allegra and Cocó as the stars, the production achieved tremendous success, marking a triumphant moment for their family.

However, their joy was short-lived when Pedro, a figure from Cocó's past, returned, attempting to implicate her in the fire that had consumed the first theater back in 1994. Security footage featuring a person wearing a wristwatch, similar to the one Pedro had given Cocó, became the evidence used against her. The theater had to close temporarily, halting the production of "Light Years" while authorities conducted their investigation.

Thankfully, Cocó was eventually cleared of all charges. It was revealed that Pedro, motivated by his exclusion from Eleven O'Clock, had orchestrated the fire, blaming Cocó for his absence in her success. Determined to carry on, she embarked on a quest to find a new location for the performance.

With the help of Allegra and Marco, Cocó and Franco Resco, her old boyfriend from 45 years ago, were able to reconcile. Together, they repurposed an abandoned warehouse, transforming it into an innovative stage for the performance of "Light Years." This achievement not only showcased Cocó's resilience but also brought her journey full circle, culminating in a triumphant return to her hometown.