Biography of Penelope Cruz
Hairdresser's daughter
Actress Penelope Cruz spent her childhood in the Spanish town of Alcobendas. She was born there on April 28, 1974, and her younger sister and brother, Monica and Eduardo, were born there. The family was not rich. His father, Eduardo, worked in retail and knew something about auto mechanics, and his mother, Encarna, worked as a hairdresser.
Penelope studied ballet seriously; she devoted almost ten years to classical ballet (she was a student of the National Conservatory). But she became interested in cinema only at the age of 15. It was then that the girl started looking for an agent and after many attempts (she was considered too young for acting) she succeeded. The debut followed almost three years later. It was the comedy "Ham, Ham." The Spanish woman played in it a girl who was seduced by a rich young man and became pregnant by him. Several other film works did not leave any noticeable mark in the biography of Penelope Cruz. And then she went to the States.
Combat immigrant
She was twenty years old, her English was terrible, so at first it was difficult to work. Penelope continued to study ballet and made her way through the jungle of languages. When, finally, the first American film appeared in the filmography of actress Penelope Cruz, it did not bring her big dividends. The film “Country of Hills and Valleys” failed at the box office.
The breakthrough occurred in 1999 - the girl was invited by Pedro Almodóvar to his project “All About My Mother” (she already had experience working with this director - in the drama “Living Flesh”). The film turned out to be touching, and the heroine Cruz, Rosa, an AIDS patient, aroused sympathy among the public.
At the beginning of her career, the Spaniard played in the film “Open Your Eyes”; this picture by Amenábar did not gain worldwide fame. But Vanilla Sky, a remake of the drama, is just the opposite. Penelope Cruz again participated in it, whose biography changed radically after this film, because her partner on the set was the Hollywood star Tom Cruise. The box office receipts were no longer disappointing ($203 million), and the performer herself earned $2 million.
Desired by many
Now she has become a desired star for many directors. True, not all projects with her participation were successful. The duet with Johnny Depp in “Cocaine” was a success, but together with Nicolas Cage the actress failed in the war drama “Captain Corelli’s Choice.” She was nominated for a Golden Raspberry Award, and Cage was long criticized for his unconvincing accent.
Fans of two beauties – Hayek and Cruz – enjoyed watching the comedy western with their participation (“Bandits”). But more experienced film fans enjoyed another masterpiece by Almodóvar, in which his favorite performer again performed as a soloist. “The Return” gave Cruz nominations for many prestigious awards, but that year all the laurels went to the Briton Hellen Mirren – she beat out her rivals with her “Queen.” Cruz only got the domestic “Goya”.
Oscar rematch
She took her Oscar revenge in 2009. The film academics awarded the statuette to actress Penelope Cruz for her eccentric Maria Elena in Woody Allen’s romantic film “Vicky Cristina Barcelona.” She, Penelope, has the honor of being the first Spanish woman to win an Academy Award.
A luxurious “bouquet” of actresses – from the highly experienced Sophia Loren to the beauties Cruz and Kate Hudson – was assembled in Marshall’s film musical “Nine”. Penelope again had the opportunity to take home the main Hollywood award, but luck was not on her side; the coveted trophy at the Oscar ceremony was taken by the dark-skinned Monique.
Pirate and simply beautiful
But Cruz became the central heroine of the latest part of “Pirates of the Caribbean”. It’s quite an honor to be part of such a popular franchise. She again starred with Depp, and her character is a real devil, although she bears the angelic name Angelica. Recently, actress Penelope Cruz revealed new facets of her talent by playing in the drama “Ma Ma” about a seriously ill woman.
Advertising brings good money to the actress - she successfully collaborates with L'Oreal; the most famous videos depict the company's mascara: a charming brunette flaps her eyelashes (obviously false), like a butterfly's wings (the company was even sued for using artificial eyelashes, they say , they fool mascara buyers). The actress receives $2 million annually for participating in commercials.
Celebrity siblings who aren't so lucky with their looks (Photos)
They are so different that it is hard to believe in their family connections. Be that as it may, they are closest relatives, children of the same parents. See what the siblings of the most beautiful celebrities in Hollywood and beyond look like in the latest Anews gallery.
Julia and Lisa Roberts The sister of the beauty Julia Roberts, Lisa, is also an actress. True, she failed to achieve such stunning success on the big screen. Basically, Lisa starred in episodic roles. In some films, by the way, the girl appeared together with Julia. Despite numerous attempts, Lisa never managed to get out of the shadow of her younger sister.
Robert Pattison and his sister Victoria
British actor, star of the vampire saga "Twilight" Robert Pattison has an older sister, Victoria. The girl’s life is not connected with the acting world: Vicky works in advertising. Perhaps this is for the better, because it is possible that Victoria, like Julia Roberts’ sister, would have to constantly be in the shadow of her handsome brother.
Brad and Doug Pitt
The life of the younger brother of one of the most handsome men in Hollywood is connected with small business. Doug Peet lives in Missouri and runs a computer company. And recently, on the advice of his older brother, Doug acted as an actor for the first time in his life - he starred in a video telling about how the relatives of stars live. According to the man, after that they began to recognize him on the street and ask for autographs.
Angellina Jolie and James Haven
The older brother of Hollywood film star James Haven, a professional actor and producer, is a big exception on this list. In a professional environment, he is known for such films as “Temptation”, “Monster’s Ball”, “Save Before Dawn”. James looks an awful lot like his famous sister. True, the wide smile and miniature nose did not play into the man’s hands. If these components made Jolie a spectacular beauty, then with James it turned out differently. Unfortunately, James failed to achieve any level of success with his sister and gain fame as a handsome man.
Nicole and Antonia Kidman
Although Nicole Kidman's younger sister Antonia was unlucky with her typical Hollywood appearance, she still chose a public profession. Antonia lives in Australia and works as a presenter and producer on local television. The journalistic career of the film star’s sister is developing very successfully.
George Clooney and Adelia Zeidler
The older sister of Hollywood handsome George Clooney, Adelia, is the complete opposite of the actor. The woman leads a very ordinary life, does not appear in public, does not communicate with the press, and does not even try to be at least a little like her star brother.
Although, it is worth noting that in childhood the brother and sister were very similar.
Lindsay and Ali Lohan
The sister of Hollywood hooligan Lindsay Lohan Ali is a model, and part-time actress and singer. The girl is not as famous and successful as her older sister, and Ali’s appearance, according to some tabloids, does not reach “film standards.” However, she looks good too!
Tom Cruise and Lee Anne
Devette Tom Cruise's older sister Lee Anne is a professional publicist. Like the actor, the woman is an open follower of the Church of Scientology. For a long time, Lee Ann worked for her brother and was his official press agent. However, in 2006, the business union broke up.
Victoria Beckham and Louise Adams
The sister of British model and singer Victoria Beckham, Louise, is 39 years old. She is two years younger than her famous relative, but the paparazzi, who watch the girls together from time to time, constantly note that Louise looks much older.
Miley and Trace Cyrus
The brother of singer Miley Cyrus, Trace, was unlucky to have a perfect smile and impeccable facial features. However, this did not stop the guy from making a musical career, albeit in a slightly different genre. Trace Cyrus is the lead singer of the American band Metro Station. In addition to music, the guy is involved in business - he owns From Backseats to Bedrooms, a clothing company.
And it also happens that it is not the siblings of attractive stars who are terribly unlucky with their appearance, but their children. Just look at what the offspring of Demi Moore, John Travolta and other world-famous celebrities look like: “The Ugly Duckling. Children of Hollywood stars who were unlucky in their appearance.”
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Personal life of Penelope Cruz
Cruz + Cruz = ?
Cruz is a very versatile person: she has developed clothing lines (for the Mango corporation), she is a well-known philanthropist, does charity work and helps funds to fight AIDS and blood cancer.
Pedro Almodóvar is a good friend of the actress (he stars her in almost all of his films), as is Salma Hayek, with whom they worked together.
“Vanilla Sky” greatly influenced Penelope Cruz’s personal life. She began a vibrant romance with Tom Cruise. They say that it was this fatal brunette who put an end to the marriage of her lover and his second wife, Kidman. Penelope and Tom dated for three years, things seemed to be heading towards marriage, but then everything fell apart. At the beginning of 2004, the Spanish star announced that she was single.
The main thing is children!
The relationship with the flighty Matthew McConaughey was short-lived. And in the summer of 2010, Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardem became spouses. Probably, the spark between them ran on the set of “Vicky Cristina Barcelona”, and the three-year romance ended with a wedding. The couple's first child, Leonardo, was born in January 2011, and their daughter Luna was born in July 2013. Mom dotes on them and tries to devote as much time as possible to the children.
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Brothers and sisters of Hollywood stars, catching up with more successful relatives, are also trying to climb to the pinnacle of success.
Family ties are wonderful. Especially when your loved ones have become famous people and are at the top of Olympus. In this situation, there is a great temptation to follow, as they say, in the footsteps or bask in the glory of a brother-sister. There is one “but” here: these rays, like the sun in St. Petersburg, rarely warm. More and more we have to be in the shadows.
Robert Pattinson and sisters.
When Robert Pattinson was five or six years old, his older sisters came up with a new entertainment: they dressed up their brother in dresses and forced him to walk along an imaginary catwalk. However, “forced” is not an entirely appropriate word; Robert really liked it, and he didn’t mind his sisters calling him Claudia.
Twenty years later, these revelations from the lips of Elizabeth and Victoria, told by them to the press greedy for any details, did not in the least embarrass the Twilight star - Pattinson is not at all offended by the sisters for family secrets. After all, what's the big deal? Or is the point here that they don’t take offense at their own people? One way or another, Rob is on good terms with his loved ones. The actor sees at least one of his sisters, Elizabeth and Lizzie, regularly. Obviously, they have a lot to talk about, and probably first of all about music. Robert plays in a band, and for him rock and roll is no less important than acting; Lizzie also writes songs and performs them herself. And – no jealousy for my brother’s success.
Dakota Fanning and Elle.
Another Twilight star, Dakota Fanning, literally before our eyes turned from a child prodigy into an angular 16-year-old teenager. I would like to believe that growing up will be painless for Dakota. However, a holy place is never empty: on the heels of the elder Fanning is her younger sister, 12-year-old Elle.
Having made her debut at the age of two in the drama “I Am Sam,” Elle quickly climbed the career ladder: she could be seen in the TV series “Law and Order” and “House.” She also played the heroine of Cate Blanchett as a child in “Benjamin Button”, and finally, this year she is reaching a new level - in Sofia Coppola’s film “Somewhere” Elle has a second leading role. All that remains is to learn how to knit like Dakota (she knitted scarves for her partners on the set - Denzel Washington, Robert De Niro and Tom Cruise), and the girls will be on equal terms.
Brad Pitt and Doug.
Brad Pitt has a brother and a sister. Most of all, Brad is friendly with his brother Doug. This representative of the Pitt family, by the way, does a lot in the field of charity. Doug Pitt works as a goodwill ambassador for the African country of Tanzania, and at the same time manages to scour the world in search of adventure. In January, Pitt Jr. intends to climb the highest point in Africa - Kilimanjaro, and is trying his best to persuade his brother to help him, says Doug. He doesn't seem to care what Angelina Jolie has to say about this.
Joaquin Phoenix and Summer.
The Phoenix family are originals. All the children, and there are five of them in total, received amazing names: River, Summer, Liberty, Rain, Joaquin. The latter stands out from this series, and it is not surprising that young Joaquin, on his own initiative, in childhood changed his name to Lift (Leaf), with whom he lived until he was 15 years old. Joaquin's best friend was his older brother River, whose popularity and talent, as well as his early death at 23, made him similar to James Dean. River died of an overdose in Joaquin's arms, which, of course, left a terrible wound in his soul. The acting profession was also chosen by the sisters Summer and Rain, although few people saw the films in which they starred. Summer, among other things, is married to Casey Affleck, Ben's younger brother. Casey is Joaquin's best friend, they live in the same apartment building in New York - in general, they are a really big and friendly family.
Owen Wilson and brothers.
The famous blond with a broken nose, Owen, has two brothers - Luke and Andrew. They started it all together: they wrote the script for the short film “Bottle Rocket”, filmed it for pennies, and then, having given the film to the famous producer and director James Brooks, they received as much as 5 million for the full length. The film, however, failed, but the brothers got into real cinema. It was Owen who succeeded the most, although Luke was also quite accomplished. As for Andrew, what he is doing now is unknown, but, firstly, in the photographs he does not look like a loser, and secondly, his last achievement is that Andrew naturally saved Owen from death. He, having been abandoned by Kate Hudson, decided to commit suicide: he took pills and cut his wrists, but bad luck - Andrew unexpectedly came to visit. And he managed to call an ambulance, so Owen was pumped out. Thanks big brother.
Tom Cruise and Mapother.
William Mapother can also thank his older brother. Why different last names? William is Cruz's cousin, but that doesn't change matters. They are very friendly, and, in general, Mapother owes everything he has to Tom. This lanky guy, who is three years younger than Cruz, but looks much older, worked as a school teacher after graduating from university and had no hopes for anything. However, Tom invited William to become his personal assistant. Further more. Cameo appearances began in those films in which Cruise starred, and until recently this was the case. However, in recent years, Mapother has set out on his own, betting on television. He can be seen in such hits as “Prison Break”, “Law and Order”. The greatest achievement is the work of “Lost”, where William’s hero stayed for as many as 11 episodes.
Kiefer Sutherland and twin sister.
The star of another series, “24,” Kiefer Sutherland, whose full name, by the way, is Kiefer William Frederick Dempsey George Rufus, was born seven minutes earlier than his twin sister. The girl's name is Rachel. Rachel works on television in Toronto, produces some TV shows and doesn’t stress about it at all. At least there is something to worry about - she and her brother are so similar that Rachel looks like Kiefer, only with long hair. The spectacle is not for the faint of heart.
Sarah Jessica Parker and all, all, all.
The textured star of the you-know-what-series has seven brothers and sisters. And no one is offended by fate in the person of caring Sarah. One of the brothers, Timothy, is slowly playing on TV, preferring to appear in the TV series “Law and Order” every now and then. Another relative, named Aaron, although he is a half-step, is welcomed by his sister. The guy works as an assistant to the second director. Yes, yes, it sounds like a joke about a junior assistant to a senior janitor, but, on the other hand, all the work is good. Especially in Hollywood. Sarah also has a brother named Poppin. What is good about it is unknown. But the name is great.
John Travolta and Joey.
John Travolta also has a large family: four brothers and sisters. And everyone got involved with cinema. Not to say that without them cinema would be poorer, but it is what it is. Brother Joey is a screenwriter, director, and actor. In short, well done. And Joey’s films are interesting: they have names like “Honey, I Shrunk the Alien”, “Three Ninjas Strike Back” and stuff like that. Sister Margaret appears in episodes, but in famous films - “Ocean's 13”, “Catch Me If You Can”. Not Pulp Fiction, but still a shame to complain.
Johnny Depp and Danny.
Johnny Depp has a similar story. A sister named Christy Dembrowski (she changed her last name out of modesty - commendable) is his personal assistant on the set, brother Danny wrote the script for “The Brave One,” which Johnny directed. We haven’t seen his sister, but based on his brother, we can say that Johnny is more of a happy exception in this family than the rule.
Michelle Pfeiffer and Didi.
Not everyone has the same luck. Didi, Michelle's younger sister, started out in the mid-eighties with local popularity. And then everything disappeared somewhere - in inverse proportion to Michelle's growing fame. It is curious that in the early 80s, Didi dated the unknown George Clooney. With him, only in a completely different status, 15 years later, the more successful sister starred in the film “Close to the Heart,” where she very naturally portrayed annoyance and hostility towards Clooney’s character throughout the first half of the film. Maybe there was a human factor? Maybe Clooney did something to offend Didi?
Michael Madsen and Virginia.
Michael Madsen, one of Tarantino's favorite Mr. Blonde in Reservoir Dogs, has a sister, Virginia. She shone in the 80s and almost became a big star. Did not work out. Now Virginia is starring in TV series (“Monk”) and intimate, quiet films. But she looks happy.
Sean Penn and Chris.
Michael Madsen's friend and Reservoir Dogs costar, Chris Penn, was, of course, Sean Penn's brother. “Was” because he died four years ago from a heart attack. Like Madsen, Penn starred mostly in B-movies, although he had an inspiring start - in Coppola's Rumble Fish (1983), opposite Mickey Rourke and Nicolas Cage.
Despite his obesity, Chris was a martial artist. His last notable role was in the comedy Starsky and Hutch. He was a really good actor. Sean Penn's other brother, the eldest, Michael, also works in films - he is a composer.
Gwyneth Paltrow and Jay.
Gwyneth Paltrow's younger brother, Jake, also realizes himself in films. Having chosen directing, he filmed TV series, and in 2007 he created the arthouse drama “Good Night” based on his own script. Danny DeVito, Penelope Cruz and, of course, the sister played out a plot about relationships. “Good Night” went through festivals at an average pace, and that was the end of it for now.
Charlie Sheen and Emilio.
Emilio Estevez also focused on directing. This happened a long time ago and was quite successful.
However, Estevez (mother's last name), Charlie Sheen's older brother, started out as an actor, and he started out quite quickly. In his youth - in the 80s - he was a real star of youth films; His last hit, however, remained there in the past - “Hot Shots,” released in the early nineties. As a director, he received two Golden Globe nominations for the film Bobby in 2006.
Mark Wahlberg and Donnie.
Donnie Walhberg also became a superstar before his brother. At the age of 19, Donnie was already hiding from his fans: the boy quintet New Kids on the Block drove the whole world crazy in the late eighties. Gradually, as usually happens, the hysteria faded away, but Donnie did not disappear, like many teen idols, but took up cinema. Mark followed the same path: having become famous as a rapper and Calvin Klein model, he moved to Hollywood. True, he succeeded more than his brother. He mostly stars in mediocre police films.
Angelina Jolie and James.
James Haven Jolie looks just like his sister. In general, his merits are limited to this. James also wanted to study cinema, studied at film school, and now appears in episodic roles - where they would have done just fine without him. But it's still better than being a personal assistant.
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Interview with Penelope Cruz: “I can’t live like the Americans!”
Penelope Cruz: from little dreamer to big star
Spanish-born actress Penelope Cruz has never hidden that cinema has been her cherished dream since childhood. Penelope played her first role at the age of 16 and immediately after the premiere she ended up in the hospital - doctors diagnosed 17-year-old Cruz with nervous exhaustion and depression.
Her path to fame cannot be called easy, but the result met all the expectations of the little dreamer: now, at 37 years old, Penelope Cruz can be proud of dozens of excellent roles in cult films, an Oscar award for the role of a jealous wife in Woody Allen’s film “Vicky Cristina Barcelona” "and even his own star on the Walk of Fame.
By the way, the personal life of the hot Spaniard never suffered because of her career: the enviable handsome men of Hollywood - Matt Damon, Tom Cruise and Matthew McConaughey - were in the warm embrace of Cruise, but in the end the actress settled on her compatriot. Penelope Cruz and Spanish actor Javier Bardem got married in the summer of 2010, and this winter the couple welcomed their first child, son Leo. What else can Penelope Cruz dream about?
Penelope Cruz talks about her childhood, her fears, idols and favorite vacation spots in an interview on WomanJournal.ru...
Penelope Cruz: through ballet to Hollywood
Penelope Cruz on modern mores
When I was young, I didn't think about fame at all. It seems to me that fame is generally a modern concept. Today, young people think completely differently than we did before, when there was no Internet and social networks. To be honest, I am not on Twitter or Facebook. I miss the days when people wrote letters to each other. It's sad, but I belong to a different generation.
Penelope Cruz about dancing
As a child, my parents sent me to ballet school because I had a lot of energy. I remember it was my first touch with art - something that allows you to express emotions without the help of words. During the dance classes, I felt like I was high in the best sense of the word - after two hours of training, you feel physical pain, which turns into moral pain. But I loved all those bruises and calluses, and even now I miss them a little.
Penelope Cruz on her dream of becoming an actress
All my free time from dancing I watched films. Even then, I felt that cinema was becoming a drug for me, even at dances I tried to play something, in the company of friends, to pretend to be someone I was not. I was 11 years old at the time and I told everyone that I wanted to become an actress, but it sounded like I was saying that I wanted to fly to the moon.
Penelope Cruz about vacation
If I had a chance to change something, I would have forced myself to rest more at 17. At this time, my life was incredibly boring: I didn’t go to clubs, didn’t drink and went to bed at nine in the evening. I devoted all my time to cinema, it was my passion, and I lived by it. My parents then advised me to slow down, but I didn’t listen to them. And now I really appreciate these moments when you can simply devote all your free time to rest and do nothing.
Penelope Cruz - Spanish in America
Penelope Cruz on her Oscar
Winning an Oscar was like winning the best toy on Earth! Now the figurine lives in my house, and every time I move it from one room to another. I look at her all the time when I need to make an important decision. And one day I even took her to the beach with me. For me, my Oscar, as for a child of five years old, is a priceless gift that you really asked for! And I still can’t believe it – is this really not a dream?!
Penelope Cruz about birthdays
I don't really like birthdays because I get terribly nervous. Once I even accidentally burned my hair from a birthday cake candle. I always get nervous when I'm the center of attention, like when everyone is singing a birthday song or when I have to open gifts in front of everyone. I'm even more nervous at this moment than at the Oscars!
Penelope Cruz about her idols
My favorite actress is Meryl Streep. She is inimitable, I have watched all her films and am ready to bow before her talent. We don’t know each other personally, we just meet often at different ceremonies, and I always come up and kiss her without words. She probably thinks I'm crazy. Another woman who has always inspired me in life is my mother. She gave birth to me when she was 21 and there is a slight age difference between us. As a child, she was the closest person to me, there were no taboos in our house, and I could talk to her on any topic.
Penelope Cruz on her favorite place on Earth
My favorite vacation spot is the Caribbean Sea. Any resort in the Caribbean is wonderful, I feel like a fish out of water there! And of course, I love my hometown of Madrid, my family lives there.
Penelope Cruz about life in America
I can't feel at home here. Don't get me wrong, Los Angeles, where I live, is a great city and I love coming here for work. But I can't live the way Americans live. For example, they have dinner at six in the evening! I'm Spanish and, like all Spaniards, I'm a fan of delicious food! I tried to train myself not to eat after six in the evening, but I couldn’t. When I come to Madrid, I feel at home and finally have dinner at nine in the evening, like all normal people. By the way, neither my husband Javier Bardem nor I still have a driver's license, and this makes life very difficult in Los Angeles, where everyone drives their own car!
Very soon we will see Penelope Cruz on the screens again - from May 18, the film “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides” will be released in Russian cinemas, where Penelope Cruz played a charming pirate and accomplice of Johnny Depp!
Author: Irina Shchapova, specially for WomanJournal.ru
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