Top 5 fascinating facts about Penelope Cruz
Penelope Cruz Sanchez, a Spanish actress known for her diverse roles, has made a significant impact on the world of cinema. She has won various awards, including an Academy Award, a British Academy Award, and nominations for an Emmy Award in the Primetime Drama category.
Born to Eduardo Cruz and Encarna Sánchez in Madrid, Penelope showed a passion for performance from a young age, entertaining her family by recreating television commercials. Eventually, she decided to focus her energy on dance.
Relationship with actor Javier Bardem
They first crossed paths on the set of the Spanish film Jamón, Jamón in 1992. Later, they secretly married in 2010 and are the proud parents of two children, named Leo and Luna. Interestingly, they are part of an exclusive group of married couples who have both been nominated for an Oscar.
Inverted name at the Oscars
The actress decided not to change it to pay tribute to her late father Eduardo, who died of a heart attack. There was an opportunity to personalize the statuette, but the unexpected death of her father led to an inverted inscription.
The actress is estimated to be worth 85 million dollars
Collaboration with the famous director Pedro Almodovar brought Cruz considerable popularity after her breakthrough roles in the 1992 films Jamón, Jamón and Belle Epoque.
Mysterious tattoo 883
Known for her enchanting figure, Penelope Cruz flaunts a tattoo with the number 883 on her right ankle. This addition emphasizes her recognition as the owner of one of the most sought-after body shapes in the industry.
She gained international fame for her charming portrayal of a seasick heroine in the 2000 film Woman on Top.
Awards
Penelope Cruz's talent and contributions have been recognized with various awards throughout her career. She won the Empire Award for Best Actress for her performance in the 2006 film Volver.
She also received prestigious awards such as the Academy Award and the BAFTA Award for Best Supporting Actress in 2008. In addition, in 2011, she became the first Spanish actress in history to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
