Ivana Baquero

Spanish actress known for Pan's Labyrinth

Ivana Baquero - Spanish actress known for Pan's Labyrinth
Born

June 11th, 1994
30 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Spain

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An actress rose to prominence with a leading role in the 2006 fantasy film 'Pan's Labyrinth', directed by Guillermo del Toro. The film received critical acclaim and won three Academy Awards. Baquero's performance garnered attention, and she became one of the youngest actresses to receive recognition on an international level. Following this success, she starred in various Spanish television series and films, contributing to her popularity in the industry. More recently, she had prominent roles in series such as 'The Shannara Chronicles' and 'El Laberinto del Fauno'. With a career spanning over a decade, she established a reputation through her performances in both film and television.

Starred in 'Pan's Labyrinth'

Appeared in 'The Shannara Chronicles'

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