Penélope Cruz - Actress
Age: 51
Country: Spain Occupations:
Actress
Penélope Cruz Sánchez is a Spanish actress who has achieved international acclaim and success in both Spanish and English-language films.
Early Career: She began her career in Spanish cinema, making her feature film debut in Jamón, Jamón (1992).
International Recognition: She gained global recognition through major Hollywood films like Vanilla Sky (2001) and Blow (2001).
Key Collaborations: Cruz is well-known for her frequent and successful collaborations with acclaimed Spanish director Pedro Almodóvar in films such as All About My Mother (1999), Volver (2006), and Parallel Mothers (2021).
Awards: She is an Academy Award winner, having won Best Supporting Actress for her role as the passionate and volatile María Elena in Woody Allen's Vicky Cristina Barcelona (2008). She was the first Spanish actress to win an Oscar. She has also received multiple other nominations and awards, including the Cannes Best Actress Award for Volver.
Acting Style: Her roles often showcase her range, from powerful, emotional dramas to action-adventure films and comedies, frequently portraying complex, sensual, or intense characters.
