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Diego Luna

Diego Luna - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornDecember 29, 1979
Age46
BirthplaceMexico City, Mexico
Zodiac SignCapricorn - (see also Diego Luna's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacGoat
GenerationGeneration X
Known ForPortraying Cassian Andor in 'Rogue One: A Star Wars Story,' co-starring in 'Y Tu Mamá También,' and his work as a director and producer.

Intro

Diego Luna is a Mexican actor, director, and producer best known internationally for his roles in 'Y Tu Mamá También,' 'Frida,' and as Cassian Andor in 'Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.' He has built a diverse career both in Mexico and Hollywood.

Early Life & Background

Diego Luna was born in Mexico City. His father, Alejandro Luna, is a renowned set designer, and his mother, Fiona Alexander, was a British costume designer. Diego lost his mother in a car accident when he was two years old. Raised among artists, Luna started acting at a young age, with early exposure to theater and cinema.

Career Highlights

  • Breakout role in 'Y Tu Mamá También' (2001) alongside Gael García Bernal.
  • Portrayed Cassian Andor in 'Rogue One: A Star Wars Story' (2016) and reprised the role in the Disney+ series 'Andor' (2022).
  • Starred in films such as 'Frida' (2002), 'Milk' (2008), and 'The Terminal' (2004).
  • Directed and produced films including 'Abel' (2010) and the documentary 'César Chávez' (2014).
  • Co-founded the production company Canana Films with Gael García Bernal.

Trivia

  • Diego Luna is fluent in both Spanish and English.
  • He has been a long-time collaborator and friend of Gael García Bernal.
  • Luna supports various political and social causes, including Latin American immigrant rights.

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Diego Luna?

Diego Luna is 46 years old.

When was Diego Luna born?

Diego Luna was born the 29 December 1979.

Where is Diego Luna from?

Mexico City, Mexico.

On His Birth-Day

About December 29th, 1979, in brief:

  • Historical events: On December 29, 1979, the final night of the 'Concerts for the People of Kampuchea' benefit series was held at London's Hammersmith Odeon. The lineup featured Elvis Costello & The Attractions, Rockpile (with guest Robert Plant on 'Little Sister'), Wings, and the all-star ensemble Rockestra. Organized by Paul McCartney and United Nations Secretary-General Kurt Waldheim, the event aimed to raise funds for the victims of war-torn Cambodia.
  • Day of the week: December 29th, 1979 was a Saturday
  • Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Escape (The Pina Colada Song) by Rupert Holmes
  • Popular movie: Apocalypse Now directed by Francis Ford Coppola

Check the link for more news and curiosities on December 29th, 1979.

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diego_Luna
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0524406/