Antonio Banderas
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👤 Bio & Residence
Full Name: José Antonio Domínguez Bandera
Date of Birth: August 10, 1960
Place of Birth: Málaga, Spain
Height: 174 cm (5′8½″)
Weight: ~76 kg
Religion: Raised Roman Catholic
Nationality: Spanish
Ancestry: Spanish (Andalusian)
Languages: Spanish, English
Marital Status: In a relationship (formerly married to Melanie Griffith)
Children: 1 (Stella Banderas)
Occupation: Actor, Director, Producer
Education: School of Dramatic Art (Málaga); Spanish theatre training
Net Worth: $50M+ (public estimates, 2025)
Total Social Followers: —
Businesses: Antonio Banderas Fragrances; Teatro del Soho CaixaBank (Málaga)
Notable Works: The Mask of Zorro, Pain and Glory, Desperado, Puss in Boots
Current Residence: Málaga & Madrid; time in Los Angeles
Number of Houses: Private residences in Spain/US
🎓 Education & Early Life
- Grew up in Málaga; dreamed of becoming a footballer before injury steered him to acting.
- Studied drama locally and joined Spanish theatre companies in the early 1980s.
- Collaborated with Pedro Almodóvar in a series of acclaimed Spanish films.
🏆 Career Highlights & Timeline
- 1980s: Breakthrough in Spanish cinema with Almodóvar.
- 1995–1998: Hollywood hits Desperado and The Mask of Zorro.
- 2004–2011: Became the voice of Puss in Boots in the Shrek franchise.
- 2019: Oscar nomination for Pain and Glory.
- 2020s: Balances film, theatre, and entrepreneurship in Spain.
🏅 Awards & Recognitions
- Academy Award nominee (Pain and Glory).
- Multiple Goya Awards and European film honors.
- Cannes Best Actor (2019) for Pain and Glory.
- Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
🧠 Did You Know?
- Started acting in Spanish theatre before moving to film.
- Built a cultural hub in Málaga: Teatro del Soho CaixaBank.
- Famous for suave action roles and rich baritone voice.
- Close creative partnership with Pedro Almodóvar.
- Has directed and produced several projects.
- Active supporter of Andalusian arts.
- Voiced Puss in Boots across films and specials.
- Fluent in English despite starting Hollywood career with limited English.
- Known for athletic, dance-like swordplay in Zorro.
- Appeared on stage in musical theatre productions.
- Recovering heart procedure in 2017 shifted focus to wellness.
- Loyal Málaga CF football supporter.
- Has worked across drama, action, and animation.
- Collaborated with Salma Hayek on multiple films.
- Philanthropic work in Spain and the U.S.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When was Antonio Banderas born and how old is he?
He was born on August 10, 1960; he is years old as of 2025.
Where is Antonio Banderas from and where does he live?
He is from Málaga, Spain; he resides primarily in Spain and spends time in the U.S.
What awards has Antonio Banderas won?
Cannes Best Actor and multiple Goya Awards; Oscar nominee.
Is Antonio Banderas married and does he have children?
Previously married to Melanie Griffith; he has one daughter, Stella.
What languages does he speak?
Spanish and English.
What is his net worth?
Public estimates place it at $50M+ (2025).
What are his most famous roles?
Zorro, Puss in Boots, and roles in Almodóvar films like Pain and Glory.
Has he directed films?
Yes—he has directed and produced select projects.
What theatre projects does he lead?
He founded Teatro del Soho CaixaBank in Málaga.
Did he begin in Spanish cinema?
Yes—with major early roles in Spanish-language films.
Is he active in philanthropy?
He supports cultural and health-related causes.
Does he still act in Spain?
Yes—he works across Spanish and international productions.
What is distinctive about his acting style?
Charismatic, physical, and emotionally resonant performances.
How can I watch his films?
Across major streaming platforms and retailers; availability varies by region.
What sports team does he support?
Málaga CF.