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My Take
I've always thought Penélope Cruz is one of those rare talents who could've coasted on being impossibly beautiful and still had a fine career — but instead she went and became one of the most genuinely fearless actresses alive. Growing up in Madrid, she broke out in Almodóvar films before conquering Hollywood on her own terms, and that 2009 Academy Award for Vicky Cristina Barcelona was absolutely earned — she was electric in that role. What really gets me is how she keeps bouncing between Spanish and English-language cinema without losing an ounce of authenticity in either. Three Goya Awards, a Cannes Best Actress prize, a BAFTA — the trophies reflect a career built on real range, not just star power. She's one of those performers who makes every project feel a little more serious just by showing up.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Penélope Cruz
- Name (Japanese)
- ペネロペ・クルス
- Reading
- ぺねろぺ・くるす
- Born
- April 28, 1974 (age 52)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Taurus / Tiger
- Origin
- Alcobendas, Community of Madrid, Spain
- Height
- 2 cm
- Occupation
- television presenter / film actor / television actor / presenter / voice actor
2. Background
Awards & achievements
- 2009 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress
- 2006 Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres
- 2006 Goya Award for Best Actress
- 1998 Goya Award for Best Actress
- 2008 Goya Award for Best Supporting Actress
- 2006 Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actress
- 2009 BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role
- 2018 Gold Medal of Merit in the Fine Arts
4. Personality
Motto
Private
6. Links
Frequently asked questions
When was Penélope Cruz born?
Born April 28, 1974 (age 52).
Where is Penélope Cruz from?
Penélope Cruz is from Alcobendas, Community of Madrid, Spain.
What does Penélope Cruz do?
Penélope Cruz works as television presenter, film actor, television actor, presenter, voice actor.
How tall is Penélope Cruz?
Penélope Cruz is 2 cm.
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7. About this entry
Tags
- 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.