Ana de Armas Bio
Ana Celia de Armas Caso (born 30 April 1988) is a Cuban and Spanish actress. She began her career in Cuba with a leading role in the romantic drama Una rosa de Francia (2006). After moving to Madrid, she starred in the popular drama El Internado (2007–2010). De Armas rose to prominence for her roles in Blade Runner 2049 (2017) and Knives Out (2019), receiving a nomination for the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress. She portrayed Marilyn Monroe in the biographical drama Blonde (2022), becoming the first Cuban nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actress.
Early Life and Background
Ana de Armas was born in Havana, Cuba, and raised in Santa Cruz del Norte. Her maternal grandparents were Spanish immigrants to Cuba. Her father, Ramón de Armas, held various jobs, including bank manager and teacher, while her mother, Ana Caso, worked in human resources at the Ministry of Education. De Armas has one older brother, Francisco Javier de Armas Caso, who is a photographer based in the United States.
During her childhood, de Armas experienced food rationing and electricity blackouts, but she described her early life as happy. She had limited access to popular culture and was allowed to watch only a small amount of television. At the age of 12, she decided to become an actress and successfully auditioned for Havana’s National Theatre of Cuba at 14. She left her drama course shortly before completing it due to restrictions on leaving the country.
Path to Hollywood
In her native Cuba, de Armas had a starring role in the romantic drama Una rosa de Francia (2006). After moving to Madrid at 18, she quickly gained recognition for her role in the popular television series El Internado, which aired from 2007 to 2010. Despite her success, de Armas felt typecast and sought to expand her career beyond the series.
After a brief period in New York City to learn English, she returned to Spain for a role in the historical drama Hispania. She later starred in several films, including the horror films El callejón (2011) and Anabel (2015). De Armas faced challenges in her career, including a lack of significant roles, but she continued to pursue opportunities in acting.
Ana de Armas Career
Early Career (2005–2013)
De Armas began her acting career in Cuba before moving to Spain, where she starred in various films and television series. Her breakthrough role came with the series El Internado, which made her a household name in Spain. She also appeared in the coming-of-age comedy Mentiras y Gordas (2009) during this time.
After moving to Los Angeles in 2014, de Armas faced the challenge of starting her career anew. She starred in the erotic thriller Knock Knock (2015) and had a supporting role in War Dogs (2016), which helped her gain visibility in Hollywood.
Breakthrough (2014–2019)
De Armas’s breakthrough came with her role as Joi, the holographic AI in Blade Runner 2049 (2017). Critics praised her performance, noting her ability to bring depth to a digital character. This role marked a significant turning point in her career, leading to further opportunities.
In 2019, she starred in Knives Out, a murder mystery film that became a major box office success. Her performance earned her a nomination for the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Comedy or Musical, solidifying her status as a rising star in Hollywood.
Notable Works and Milestones
De Armas’s signature works include Blade Runner 2049 and Knives Out, both of which showcased her range as an actress. She received critical acclaim and several award nominations for her performances in these films.
Ana de Armas Award Nominations
Ana de Armas has received several award nominations throughout her career, including a Golden Globe nomination for her role in Knives Out. Her performances have been recognized for their depth and emotional resonance.
Ana de Armas Awards Won
While Ana de Armas has not yet won major awards, she has received recognition for her performances, including a Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Blade Runner 2049.
Ana de Armas Family
Ana de Armas was born to Ramón de Armas and Ana Caso. She has one older brother, Francisco Javier de Armas Caso.
Personal Life
Ana de Armas holds triple citizenship in Cuba, Spain, and the United States. She was previously married to Spanish actor Marc Clotet from 2011 to 2013. De Armas has also been in a relationship with American actor Ben Affleck from 2020 to 2021. As of 2023, she resides in Vermont, United States.
