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Antonio Banderas
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August 10, 1960 in Málaga, Spain
Biography:Internationally known for his charisma and smoldering good looks, "Antonio Banderas" is the ultimate manifestation of the Latin heartthrob. Born in Málaga, Spain on August 10, 1960, Banderas wanted to become a professional soccer player until a broken foot sidelined his dreams at the age of fourteen. He went on to enroll in some drama classes, eventually joining a theatre troupe that toured all over Spain. His work in the theatre, and his performances on the streets, eventually landed him a spot with the National Theatre of Spain.

While performing with the theatre, Banderas caught the attention of director "Pedro Almodóvar", who cast the young actor in his film debut, "Laberinto de Pasione" ("Labyrinth of Passion") (1982). He went on to appear in the director's "La Ley del Deseo" ("Law of Desire") (1984), making headlines with his performance as a gay man, which required him to engage in his first... Full Biography

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Antonio Banderas, 2006
Antonio Banderas, left, and Justin Timberlake attend the London premiere of "Shrek the Third" at...
Antonio Banderas, with his character Puss in Boots, in a promo shot for "Shrek the Third"
Melanie Griffith, left, and Antonio Banderas attend the All-Star One Night Gala performance of...
Angelina Jolie, left, and Antonio Banderas in "Original Sin"
Catherine Zeta-Jones, left, and Antonio Banderas in "The Legend of Zorro"
Antonio Banderas attends the London premiere of "Shrek the Third" at Odeon Leicester Square on June...
News
Nov. 19, 2009, 3:10 PM EST
Pedro Almodovar discusses his childhood, his influences and what he won't put on film
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