Salma Hayek: Age, Career & Surprising Facts Revealed!
Does time stand still for some? It certainly seems that way for Salma Hayek, whose radiant presence continues to captivate audiences worldwide, making her age a constant point of fascination.
Born Salma Valgarma Hayek Jiménez on September 2, 1966, in the vibrant port city of Coatzacoalcos, Veracruz, Mexico, she carries a rich heritage within her. Her father is of Lebanese descent, while her mother boasts Mexican and Spanish ancestry, a blend that perhaps contributes to her striking and unique beauty. Little Salma's childhood was forever changed after a trip to a local movie theater, where she witnessed the enchanting world of "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory" (1971). From that moment, a star was born, and she knew her destiny lay in the magic of acting. As a young girl, at the age of 12, she was sent to the Academy of the Sacred Heart in New Orleans, Louisiana, beginning a journey that would take her from a small Mexican town to the glitz and glamour of Hollywood.
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Salma Valgarma Hayek Jiménez de Pinault |
| Date of Birth | September 2, 1966 |
| Place of Birth | Coatzacoalcos, Veracruz, Mexico |
| Nationality | Mexican and American |
| Occupation | Actress, Film Producer, Director, Singer |
| Height | Approximately 5 feet 6 inches |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
| Spouse | François-Henri Pinault (m. 2009) |
| Children | Valentina Paloma Pinault |
| Early Life | Attended Academy of the Sacred Heart in New Orleans at age 12. Suffered from dyslexia and received treatment. |
| Career Highlights | Starred in "Desperado" (1995), "From Dusk Till Dawn," and "Frida" (2002). Second Mexican actress to be nominated for an Academy Award (for "Frida"). |
| Notable Works | "The Maldonado Miracle," "How to Be a Latin Lover," "Beatriz at Dinner," "The Hitman's Bodyguard," "Wild Wild West." |
| Other Ventures | Co-created Cooler Cleanse, a fresh juice delivery program, in 2008. |
| Official Website | SalmaHayek.com |
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