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Arly Jover is credited as a film actor, film producer and screenwriter. Born on May 2, 1971, Arly Jover is from Melilla, Spain. That works out to 55 years old in 2026.
My Take
Arly Jover is a great example of how one striking role can outshine an entire body of work. To most people she's Mercury, the eerie vampire from the 1998 Blade, and I'll admit that's where I first noticed her too. What I find more compelling is that she's Spanish, born in Melilla, and has since moved beyond acting into producing, writing and directing. That shift from being cast for a memorable look to controlling the camera herself is the part of her story I respect most. It suggests an artist who didn't want to be defined by a single cult role, even a good one.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Arly Jover
- Name (Japanese)
- アルリ・ホベール
- Reading
- あるり・ほべーる
- Born
- May 2, 1971 (age 55)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Taurus / Boar
- Origin
- Melilla, Spain
- Occupation
- actor / film actor / film producer / screenwriter / film director
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3. About this entry
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- Last updated
- 2026-06-02
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Arly Jover born?
Born May 2, 1971 (age 55).
Where is Arly Jover from?
Arly Jover is from Melilla, Spain.
What does Arly Jover do?
Arly Jover works as actor, film actor, film producer, screenwriter, film director.
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