Spanish movie actors born in the year 1987
Here are 9 famous actors from Spain were born in 1987:
Peter Vives
Peter Vives (June 14, 1987 Barcelona-) otherwise known as Peter Vives Newey is a Spanish actor, pianist and singer.
He has gained popularity for his roles in several Spanish television series such as "Bandolera", "Tierra de lobos", and "El secreto de Puente Viejo". Vives began his acting career in 2010 when he landed a role in the film, "Twice Upon a Time in the West". Apart from his successful acting career, Vives is also trained as a professional pianist and singer. He has released several singles and performed in musicals such as "The Phantom of the Opera" and "High School Musical". In addition, Vives is known for his philanthropic work with various charitable organizations.
Daniel Esparza
Daniel Esparza (February 18, 1987 Madrid-) is a Spanish actor.
Esparza began his acting career in his early 20s, appearing in small roles in several Spanish television shows and films. He gained widespread attention for his role as Jorge Alcázar in the popular Spanish crime drama series "El Príncipe" from 2014 to 2016. This role earned him critical acclaim and several nominations for Best Supporting Actor.
In addition to his success in television, Esparza has also appeared in several Spanish films, including "Cien años de perdón" and "La Maldición del Guapo". He is also known for his work on stage, having performed in several theater productions throughout Spain.
Esparza is a dedicated philanthropist, and is involved in several charitable organizations. He serves as an ambassador for the Spanish charity organization Solidarity International, and has worked with UNICEF to promote the rights of children worldwide. In his spare time, he enjoys traveling and practicing yoga.
Xoel Yáñez
Xoel Yáñez (November 22, 1987 Ourense-) also known as Xoel Yáñez Fernández is a Spanish actor.
He is best known for his roles in Spanish TV shows such as “El Ministerio del Tiempo” and “La Casa de Papel”. Xoel began his acting career in the late 2000s with smaller supporting roles before gaining recognition for his work on Spanish television. In addition to acting, he has worked as a screenwriter and director on various projects. Xoel has also dabbled in music, releasing his debut album “Música Relativa” in 2015 under the stage name Xoel López.
Juan José Ballesta
Juan José Ballesta (November 12, 1987 Parla-) also known as Juan Jose Ballesta, Juan José Ballesta Muñoz or Juanjo Ballesta is a Spanish actor. He has one child, Juanjo Ballesta.
Juan José Ballesta began acting at the young age of 12, making his film debut in the movie "El Bola" in 2000, for which he won the Goya Award for Best New Actor. He went on to act in various Spanish films and television series, including "7 Vidas" and "Los Serrano". In 2007, he starred in the film "Siete Mesas de Billar Francés", which earned him a second Goya Award nomination.
Aside from his impressive acting career, Ballesta has also dabbled in music, playing the guitar and singing in a band called Antifunky. He is also known for his charitable work, having worked with organizations such as UNICEF and the Spanish Red Cross.
In recent years, Ballesta has shifted his focus to theater, performing in productions such as "Hamlet" and "La Strada". He continues to be a well-respected and talented actor in Spain.
Jesús Carroza
Jesús Carroza (November 7, 1987 Seville-) a.k.a. Jesús Carroza Rodríguez is a Spanish actor.
Carroza started his acting career in 2001 with a minor role in the film "Descongélate!". However, he rose to fame with his performance as a troubled teenager in the 2006 film "7 Virgins", which earned him critical acclaim and several award nominations. He has since appeared in numerous Spanish films and television series, including "Poniente", "Los hombres de Paco", and "Carmina y amén". In addition to acting, Carroza is a musician and has released several albums. He is also known for his activism and support of various social causes, including human rights and environmentalism.
Andoni Erburu
Andoni Erburu (November 27, 1987 Pamplona-) is a Spanish actor.
He began his acting career in 2008 with the TV series Los hombres de Paco. Erburu gained recognition for his role in the Basque language film Aupa Etxebeste! in 2012. He has also appeared in other Spanish films such as La granja del pas, Soinujolearen semea and El último fin de semana. In addition, Erburu has worked on the stage, performing in various theater productions such as Clàssics en el Círculo, El loco de los balcones and Tres hermanas. He has been nominated for several awards for his performances, including a nomination for Best Supporting Actor at the 30th Goya Awards for his role in Aupa Etxebeste!.
Selu Nieto
Selu Nieto (January 31, 1987 Seville-) also known as José Luis Nieto Lindo is a Spanish actor.
He is best known for his role as Miguel in the popular Spanish TV series "Vis a Vis" and Esteban in the TV series "La Peste". Selu started acting at a young age, performing in local theater productions in Seville. He eventually moved to Madrid to pursue his acting career and landed his first major role in the TV series "Arrayán". In addition to his work in television, Selu has also acted in several films, including "Lola, la película" and "Mentiras y Gordas". He has been praised for his ability to portray complex and nuanced characters and is considered one of the most talented young actors in Spain. In his free time, Selu enjoys playing football and spending time with his family.
Alfonso Mena
Alfonso Mena (September 3, 1987 Seville-) is a Spanish actor.
He is best known for his appearances in Spanish television shows such as "El secreto de Puente Viejo" and "Servir y Proteger". Alfonso Mena began his acting career in theater, appearing in various productions in Seville. He later moved to Madrid to pursue his acting career further and landed his first television role in 2013 on the Spanish TV series "L'Alqueria Blanca". In addition to acting, Mena has also worked as a voice dubbing artist, lending his voice to Spanish versions of international films and TV shows. Outside of his professional life, Mena is known to be a private person and keeps his personal life away from the public eye.
Juanxo Villaverde
Juanxo Villaverde (December 16, 1987 Panama City-) is a Spanish actor.
Born in Panama City to a Spanish father and Panamanian mother, Juanxo Villaverde grew up in a multicultural environment. At the age of 18, he moved to Madrid, Spain to pursue his passion for acting. He studied at the acclaimed Escuela de Actores de Juan Carlos Corazza, where he perfected his craft.
Villaverde made his acting debut in the Spanish drama film "Los abrazos rotos" (Broken Embraces), directed by Pedro Almodóvar, in 2009. Since then, he has appeared in various Spanish television series like "Águila Roja", "El Secreto de Puente Viejo", and "La Casa de Papel" (Money Heist).
Apart from his acting career, Villaverde is also a writer and director. In 2019, he wrote and directed his first short film, titled "La noche en la que vi morir a un chico" (The Night I Saw a Boy Die), which was selected for various film festivals.
Villaverde is known for his strong character portrayals and his ability to bring depth and complexity to his roles. He continues to be a rising star in the Spanish entertainment industry.