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

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 products. She receives $2 million a year for her work for the company. Cruz has … మరిన్ని చూడండి

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 మరిన్ని చూడండి

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

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

• Penélope Cruz at AllMovie
• Penélope Cruz at AllMusic
• Penélope Cruz discography at Discogs మరిన్ని చూడండి