Cruz was born on 28 April 1974 in the town of Alcobendas, province of Madrid, Spain, to Encarna Sánchez, an Andalusian hairdresser and personal manager, and … আরও দেখুন

Cruz has donated money and time to charity. In addition to work in Nepal, she has volunteered in Uganda and India, where she spent a week working with Mother Teresa that … আরও দেখুন

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

In 2006, Cruz became a spokesmodel for French cosmetics company L'Oréal to promote products such as the L'Oréal Paris hair dye … আরও দেখুন

Cruz is married to Spanish actor Javier Bardem. Bardem was her co-star in her breakthrough role as Silvia in Jamón jamón (1992), as well as starring alongside her in আরও দেখুন

• Penélope Cruz at AllMovie
• Penélope Cruz at AllMusic
• Penélope Cruz discography at Discogs আরও দেখুন