Cruz was born on 28 April 1974 in the town of Alcobendas, province of Madrid, Spain, to Encarna Sánchez, an மேலும் காட்டு

In 2006, Cruz became a spokesmodel for French cosmetics company L'Oréal to promote products such as the L'Oréal Paris … மேலும் காட்டு

Cruz is married to Spanish actor Javier Bardem. Bardem was her co-star in her breakthrough role as Silvia in Jamón jamón மேலும் காட்டு

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1989–1997: Early work
In 1989, 15-year-old Cruz made her acting debut in a music video for the Spanish pop group மேலும் காட்டு

Cruz has donated money and time to charity. In addition to work in Nepal, she has volunteered in Uganda and India, where … மேலும் காட்டு

Cruz has been recognised by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for the following performances:
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