Happy birthday! Penélope Cruz turns 52 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary actress turns 52 on Tuesday, Apr. 28, 2026.

Penélope Cruz is celebrating her 52nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress Penélope Cruz (Vicky Cristina Barcelona, Volver, Vanilla Sky, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 52nd birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Cruz, a cultural icon

Born Penélope Cruz Sánchez in Madrid on April 28, 1974, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Spanish history. Cruz's not just a great actress, she's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business woman. At this point in her career, there seems to be little Penélope hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Penélope Cruz as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 52.

Happy Birthday, Penélope, you're the best!

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