Ana de Armas is a Cuban-Spanish actress who stole the show and hearts with her brief cameo in the latest James Bond film, No Time To Die. The actress is well-known for her beauty and acting abilities. She took on various roles in various entertainment projects in both Spain and the United States. Let’s take a look at Ana de Armas from her humble beginnings in Cuba to where she is today.

8 Things You Didn’t Know About Ana de Armas

1. English Is Her Second Language

Ana’s first language is Spanish, and her career is built on her appearances in over a dozen Spanish films. When she first arrived in America, she only spoke Spanish. English is her second language, which she only began learning after moving to the United States. ((Elle))

2. Doesn’t Come From The Family Of Entertainers

Ana de Armas, full name Ana Celia de Armas Caso, was born on April 30, 1988, in Santa Cruz del Norte, Cuba. In case you were wondering, she does not come from an entertainment or wealthy family. Her background, according to de Armas, is quite humble. ((Golden Globes))

3. Supporting Her Family Financials

According to NPR, Ana, the most financially successful member of the brood, has taken care of her family’s economic needs since leaving home at the age of 18. Her parents were extremely supportive of her decision to take the risk at such a young age. ((NPR))

4. Prefers Keeping Her Privacy

Ana de Armas may have moved to Hollywood in search of greater success and fame, but unlike other celebrities, she prefers to keep her personal life private. She even deactivated her Twitter account following her public breakup with Ben Afflick. ((US Magazine))

5. She Didn’t Blonde Her Hair For The Role Of “Marilyn Monroe”

De Armas appears to have nailed Monroe’s character in the film, from her iconic dresses to her mesmerizing smile. She did not, however, bleach her hair to achieve the icon’s famous golden locks. Instead, wigs were worn by the actor. ((Byrdie))

6. Polished Her Skills By Training

While most actors start out young and stay in the industry rather than receiving professional training, Ana decided to hone her skills at Cuba’s National School of Theatre.

7. Starred In A Movie That Was Criticised For Its Racist, Sexist Nature

Imagine Ana appearing in a film that has been criticized for being racist and sexist is difficult. That is exactly what happened when she played Joi in the box office smash Blade Runner 2049.

8. Proud Dog Mom

De Armas will not leave the house without her beloved dog, Elvis, a Maltese. The dog follows her everywhere and has even attended one of her auditions.