Antonio Banderas
Antonio Banderas
- Full name: José Antonio Domínguez Bandera
- Date of birth: August 10, 1960
- Place of birth: Málaga, Spain
- Nationality: Spanish
- Occupation: Actor, director, producer
- Known for: Desperado, The Mask of Zorro, Puss in Boots
Personal life
Antonio Banderas was born on August 10, 1960, in Málaga, Spain. His father, José Domínguez Prieto, was a police officer, and his mother, Ana Bandera Gallego, was a schoolteacher. Banderas has one younger brother, Javier.
Banderas grew up in a working-class family. He began taking acting classes at the age of 14. After graduating from high school, he moved to Madrid to pursue a career in acting.
Banderas married actress Ana Leza in 1987. They divorced in 1996. In 1996, Banderas married actress Melanie Griffith. They had one daughter together, Stella del Carmen Banderas Griffith. The couple divorced in 2015.
Banderas is a practicing Catholic. He is also a supporter of the LGBTQ community.
Career
Antonio Banderas' acting career began in the early 1980s, with roles in Spanish films and television shows. He made his Hollywood debut in 1985, in the film The Mambo Kings.
Banderas' breakthrough role came in 1992, when he starred opposite Madonna in the romantic drama Evita. He went on to star in a number of successful films, including Desperado (1995), The Mask of Zorro (1998), and Puss in Boots (2011).
Banderas has also had success as a director and producer. He made his directorial debut in 1999, with the film Crazy in Alabama. He has also produced a number of films, including The 33 (2015) and Pain and Glory (2019).
Awards and honors
Antonio Banderas has won numerous awards for his work, including:
- A Tony Award
- A Golden Globe Award
- A Primetime Emmy Award
- A BAFTA Award
- A Goya Award
Banderas has also been nominated for two Academy Awards, for his performances in Evita (1992) and Pain and Glory (2019).
Personal life
Antonio Banderas is a private person, and he rarely gives interviews. He is also known for his sense of humor and his love of music.
Banderas is a multilingual actor. He speaks Spanish, English, Italian, and French fluently.
Net worth
Antonio Banderas' net worth is estimated to be $50 million.
