Lola Montes (1918–2008) was the stage name used by Chita Equizabal (born Gertrude Tashma), a Spanish dancer who performed throughout the United States for nearly 70 years.

As her talent grew, she became the first American to work with Carmen Amaya, a renowned gypsy flamenco dancer.

After arriving in California during the 1940s, the couple appeared in a number of Spanish-themed films (including The Gay Senorita, The Lady and the Monster and The Bridge of San Luis Rey).

Throughout this entire period from 1955 until her last performance in 2000, Lola acted as tour manager, choreographer, teacher and wardrobe supervisor for her dancers.

Her legacy is carried on by her many students, most notably Oscar Nieto an award-winning flamenco dancer in Canada, who is producing a documentary on the life and career of Equizabal.