Ana de Armas, born Ana Celia de Armas Caso, is a Cuban and Spanish actress known for her versatility and captivating performances in various film genres. From her early beginnings in Cuba to her rise to international fame, de Armas has navigated a diverse career path marked by significant milestones and achievements.
Main Milestones
Birth
30 April 1988
Ana de Armas was born in Havana, Cuba, to Ramón and Ana, a bank manager and a human resources worker, respectively. Her maternal grandparents were Spanish migrants from the regions of León and Palencia.
Move to Havana
1997 (Age 9)
De Armas moved with her family to the Cuban capital of Havana, where she was exposed to big-city culture and began to express herself through performance.
National Theater School of Cuba
2002 (Age 14)
De Armas entered Cuba's National Theater School, where she received rigorous training in acting, voice, and movement, laying the foundation for her future career.
Film Debut
2006
At the age of 16, de Armas made her feature film debut in the Manuel Gutiérrez Aragón drama "Una rosa de Francia", marking the beginning of her professional acting career.
El Internado
2007-2010
De Armas starred in the popular Spanish drama "El Internado" for six seasons, becoming a celebrity figure in Spain and gaining extensive experience in television acting.
Transition to International Roles
2011-2013
After spending time in New York City to learn English, de Armas began to transition to international roles, including appearances in "Hispania" and "Por un puñado de besos".
Breakthrough in Hollywood
2015-2017
De Armas made her English-speaking film debut in "Knock Knock" (2015) and "War Dogs" (2016), followed by a significant role in "Blade Runner 2049" (2017), which marked her breakthrough in Hollywood.
Knives Out
2019
De Armas played a nurse in the mystery film "Knives Out", earning a nomination for the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Comedy or Musical.
No Time to Die
2021
De Armas played Bond girl Paloma in the James Bond film "No Time to Die", further solidifying her international fame.
Blonde
2022
De Armas portrayed Marilyn Monroe in the biographical drama "Blonde", receiving a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Actress and becoming the first Cuban to achieve this recognition.
Continued Success
2025
De Armas continues to be recognized for her versatility and talent, with recent films like "Ghosted" (2023) and ongoing projects that showcase her enduring impact in the film industry.
