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Elsa Pataky - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 18, 1976 |
|---|---|
| Age | 49 |
| Birthplace | Madrid, Spain |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Elsa Pataky's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Portraying Elena Neves in the 'Fast & Furious' franchise; marriage to Chris Hemsworth |
Intro
Elsa Pataky is a Spanish actress and model best known for her roles in the 'Fast & Furious' film franchise, as well as her work in Spanish cinema. She is also recognized for her marriage to Australian actor Chris Hemsworth.
Early Life & Background
Elsa Pataky was born Elsa Lafuente Medianu in Madrid, Spain. Her mother, Cristina Medianu, is a publicist of Romanian and Hungarian ancestry, and her father, José Francisco Lafuente, is a Spanish biochemist. Pataky studied journalism at CEU San Pablo University but left her studies to pursue acting.
Career Highlights
- Breakout role as Raquel Alonso in the Spanish TV series 'Al salir de clase'
- Portraying Elena Neves in multiple entries of the 'Fast & Furious' movie series
- Starred in films such as 'Snakes on a Plane' (2006), 'Give 'Em Hell, Malone' (2009), and 'Interceptor' (2022)
Trivia
- Speaks several languages, including Spanish, English, French, Italian, and Romanian.
- Married to actor Chris Hemsworth since 2010; they have three children.
- Has worked as a producer and has a strong interest in fitness and wellness.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Elsa Pataky?
Elsa Pataky is 49 years old.
When was Elsa Pataky born?
Elsa Pataky was born the 18 July 1976.
Where is Elsa Pataky from?
Madrid, Spain.
On Her Birth-Day
About July 18th, 1976, in brief:
- Historical events: On July 18, 1976, gymnast Nadia Comaneci achieved the first perfect 10 in Olympic history during the Montreal Games. This remarkable feat changed the landscape of gymnastics and made her an international icon.
- Day of the week: July 18th, 1976 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Afternoon Delight by Starland Vocal Band
- #1 UK song: Don't Go Breaking My Heart by Elton John & Kiki Dee
- Popular movie: Rocky directed by John G. Avildsen
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