Salma Hayek

Salma Hayek is a Mexican-American actor, born to a Spanish-Lebanese parents. The actress was born in Mexico in a wealthy Roman Catholic family. As a child she became inspired to pursue a career in acting after watching the movie "Willy Wonka and The Chocolate Factory.' In Mexico City, where she studied at the "Universidad Iberoamericana," the actress considered herself ready for the film industry. It was her first character in the Mexican television show "Teresa." After coming to Hollywood and being cast in the lead role alongside Antonio Banderas in the movie 'Desperado.' Other roles followed, including "Fools Rush in" and Wild Wild West.' The role of 'Desperado'' in Once Upon a Time in Mexico was revived. Then she founded her own production company called "Ventanarosa,". Her debut film was the Mexican El Coronel No Quien Le Escriba. This film became Mexico's official film submission to the Oscars for the 'Best Foreign Film. Her executive production of "Ugly Betty" was another accomplishment. She was the guest star as Sofia Reyes in 'Ugly Betty' won her a nomination for Outstanding Guest Actress in the field of Comedy Series' at the 59th Primetime Emmy Awards.' Her endorsements include Revlon and Avon, as well as the hair, skin, and cosmetic products named Nuance. She helped raise money for vaccines to prevent infant or maternal tetanus.