Ana Celia de Armas Caso is a prominent Cuban actress born in Santa Cruz del Norte, province of Havana (currently Mayabeque), on April 30, 1988.
Formed at the National School of Art in Cuba, she began her film career with the movie Una rosa de Francia (2005), when she was just 16 years old. Her rise to fame came with the Spanish series El Internado (2007), where she captivated audiences with her performance.
Since then, her journey has been unstoppable. She participated in series such as Hispania (2010-2011) and in films like Mentiras y gordas (2009) and Por un puñado de besos (2014). In 2014, she decided to move to Hollywood, where her career reached an international dimension with prominent roles in Knock Knock (2015) alongside Keanu Reeves and in Hands of Stone (2016), sharing the screen with Robert De Niro.
Her global recognition came with Blade Runner 2049 (2017), where she portrayed Joi, a role that earned her a nomination for the Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actress. In 2019, she solidified her status as a star with Knives Out, receiving nominations for the Golden Globe and the Satellite Award.
In 2022, her performance in Blonde, where she portrayed Marilyn Monroe, was critically acclaimed and earned her an Oscar nomination for Best Actress. Additionally, she made a significant mark in the James Bond franchise with No Time to Die (2021).
In her personal life, Ana has been the center of attention due to her relationships and statements. Recently, she has made headlines for her romance with Manuel Anido Cuesta, the stepson of the Cuban leader Miguel Díaz-Canel. This connection has sparked controversy among the Cuban diaspora due to the political and social implications of the relationship.
Ana de Armas is an ambassador for prestigious international brands such as Louis Vuitton and Estée Lauder. However, her collaboration with these firms has faced criticism due to her personal connections and her silence regarding the situation in Cuba. Despite the controversy, the actress continues to stand out in film and in her role as a public figure.
