Ana De Armas: 5 Interesting Facts You Probably Didn't Know About the Cuban-Spanish Actress

By Joshua Summers First Posted: Aug 02, 2022 08:27 AM EDT

Latin superstars are starting to be recognized more in Hollywood, and one of the stars who were able to do that was Ana de Armas.

The Cuban-Spanish actress is known for her beauty and acting skills. She played different roles in various entertainment projects in Spain and the United States.

De Armas' was chosen to give life to Marilyn Monroe in the upcoming Netflix film "Blonde."

Interesting Facts About Ana de Armas

Ana de Armas was known for her many roles, but there was so much more to the actress than being just an entertainer. Here is a list of interesting facts about the "Blonde" star to get to know her more.

Ana De Armas Started Her Career in Spain

Before her roles in U.S. films, Ana de Armas started her career in Spain. The actress has been acting since she was 18. Her first major role was in the film "Una Rosa Francia" in 2006. In 2007, she starred in the movie "El Internado." She worked in various Spanish television shows and film projects before she got a break in Hollywood.

Ana de Armas' First International Role Was in the Film 'Hands of Stone'

In 2016, Ana de Armas got her first international role in the film "Hands of Stone." De Armas played Felicidad Iglesias, the wife of famous boxer Roberto Duran. The actress co-starred with Robert di Niro and Edgar Ramirez in the said film. "Hands of Stone" was directed by Jonathan Jakubowicz.

She Starred in Her First U.S. Films Without Learning English

When Ana de Armas moved to Los Angeles, she was not a fluent speaker of English. However, that did not stop her from starring in her first two U.S. films.

The Cuban-Spanish actress finished the films "Knock Knock" and "Exposed" without being an expert in the language. To speak her lines, De Armas reportedly memorized phonetics to become an English speaker. Today, the actress can fluently speak English, and she can converse well during her interviews in the U.S.

Ana De Armas Was Previously Married

Looking very young and youthful, did you know that Ana de Armas was once married? The Cuban actress was once married to Spanish actor Marc Clotet in 2011. However, their marriage did not last long, as they separated in 2013, shortly after the actress moved to the United States.

Ana de Armas Is a Dog Lover

Another fun fact that makes Ana de Armas even more adorable is that she is a dog lover. De Armas is a fur parent to her Maltese dog named Elvis. Reports claimed that Elvis always travels with De Armas everywhere, and he has even attended one of her auditions.