Cruz was born on 28 April 1974 in the town of Alcobendas, province of Madrid, Spain, to Encarna Sánchez, an Andalusian hairdresser … अधिक पहा

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

Cruz has been recognised by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for the following performances:
• 79th Academy Awards: Best Actress, nomination, for Volver (2006)
• 81st Academy Awards: Best Supporting Actress, … अधिक पहा

1989–1997: Early work
In 1989, 15-year-old Cruz made her acting debut in a music video for the Spanish pop group Mecano's song "La Fuerza del Destino". … अधिक पहा

In 2006, Cruz became a spokesmodel for French cosmetics company L'Oréal to promote products such as the L'Oréal Paris hair dye Natural Match and L'Oreal mascara … अधिक पहा

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 … अधिक पहा

• Penélope Cruz at AllMovie
• Penélope Cruz at AllMusic
• Penélope Cruz discography at Discogs अधिक पहा