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 Eduardo Cruz, an Extremaduran retailer and … 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

• Penélope Cruz at AllMovie
• Penélope Cruz at AllMusic
• Penélope Cruz discography at Discogs மேலும் காட்டு

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". Between 1990 and 1991, she hosted the Spanish TV channel Telecinco's … 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:
• 79th Academy Awards: Best Actress, nomination, for Volver (2006)
• 81st Academy Awards: மேலும் காட்டு