Salma Hayek is a Mexican-American actress, producer, and activist who has made significant contributions to the entertainment industry. She was born on September 2, 1966, in Coatzacoalcos, Veracruz, Mexico. Hayek is known for her talent, beauty, and versatility as an actress, and she has appeared in a wide range of film genres throughout her career.
Hayek received critical acclaim and was nominated for an Academy Award for her portrayal of the iconic Mexican artist Frida Kahlo in this biographical film. She starred alongside Antonio Banderas in this action-packed film directed by Robert Rodriguez, which helped catapult her to international fame.
Hayek had a memorable role as Santanico Pandemonium in this Quentin Tarantino and Robert Rodriguez collaboration, which became a cult classic. She played the role of a drug cartel leader’s wife in this Steven Soderbergh-directed drama, which earned her critical acclaim.