Hispanics in Movies

While being a well known Hispanic comedian, Eugenio Derbez has worked since the early 90's, even voicing Mushu from "Mulan," and Donkey from "Shrek" in Spanish.

Gina is Puerto Rican at heart thanks to her parents. In the world premiere of 'Casa Blue' in the UK, Gina performed in the play "The Last Moments in the Life of Frida Kahlo" at the American Stage Theatre.

Sofia Vergara never auditioned for the show, the writers, instead, sat down with her and wrote a role referencing her and her Colombian culture

Born in Chicago, Michael Pena's parents are from Mexico. Not just all comedy, Michael Pena, has starred in memorable roles including the film "Cesar Chavez." A movie about a civil rights leader. Mexican temporary workers were permitted to live and work in the U.S. in agriculture, and required to return to Mexico if they stopped working. Working conditions were very poor for the farmworkers, who also suffer from racism and brutality at the hands of the employers and local Californians.

Texan born, Michelle's Hispanic heritage comes from the Caribbean. Her mother is Dominican and father it Puerto Rican. She sure is enjoying breakfast signature 3 golpes dish.

American stand-up comedian was born in Los Angeles, California

Mexican born, Salama Hayek has been an actress, producer and activist. Has also played a famous role as Frida Kahlo

Born in a poor city in Cuba, raised by his single mom. William, his brother, and mother emigrated to Miami at the age of 14, and soon began his career in modeling.

Antonio Banderas born in Spain, wanted to be a soccer player until he broke his foot at the age of 15. Which led to his interest in the performing arts, eventually being noticed by the Spanish National Theatre.