Salma Hayek - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 02, 1966 |
|---|---|
| Age | 58 |
| Birthplace | Coatzacoalcos, Veracruz, Mexico |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Acting in films such as "Frida," "Desperado," and "From Dusk Till Dawn," as well as producing television series like "Ugly Betty." |
Intro
Salma Hayek is a Mexican and American actress, producer, and director who rose to international prominence for her starring role in the film "Frida" (2002), for which she received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress. She is known for her work in both Hollywood and Mexican cinema, as well as for her activism and philanthropy.
Early Life & Background
Salma Hayek was born to a Lebanese-Mexican father and a Mexican of Spanish descent mother. She attended a Catholic school in Louisiana before enrolling at the Universidad Iberoamericana in Mexico City, where she studied international relations. Hayek began her acting career in Mexico, starring in the popular telenovela "Teresa."
Career Highlights
- Starred in the Mexican telenovela "Teresa" (1989)
- Breakthrough film role in "Desperado" (1995)
- "Frida" (2002): Starred as Frida Kahlo and received Academy Award nomination for Best Actress
- Produced the ABC television series "Ugly Betty" (2006–2010)
- Appeared in major films such as "From Dusk Till Dawn" (1996), "Wild Wild West" (1999), and "Grown Ups" (2010)
Trivia
- Named one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people in 2003
- The first Mexican actress to be nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actress
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Salma Hayek?
Salma Hayek is 58 years old.
When was Salma Hayek born?
Salma Hayek was born the 2 September 1966.
Where is Salma Hayek from?
Coatzacoalcos, Veracruz, Mexico.
On Her Birth-Day
About September 2nd, 1966, in brief:
- Historical events: On September 2, 1966, Alabama Governor George C. Wallace signed a controversial bill into law, refusing to accept U.S. federal government financial assistance for the state's education system. This action was part of Wallace's broader stance of resistance against federal intervention in state affairs, particularly in the context of ongoing civil rights tensions during the 1960s.
- Day of the week: September 2nd, 1966 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waning gibbous
- #1 US song: Sunshine Superman by Donovan
- #1 UK song: All Or Nothing by The Small Faces
- Popular movie: Fahrenheit 451 directed by Ramin Bahrani
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