History of Antonio Banderas in Timeline
Antonio Banderas, born José Antonio Domínguez Bandera, is a celebrated Spanish actor. Recognized for his versatility across film genres, he has garnered significant acclaim, including a Cannes Film Festival Award and a Goya Award. He has also received nominations for an Academy Award, two Primetime Emmy Awards, five Golden Globe Awards, and a Tony Award. Banderas's filmography has collectively grossed over $7.7 billion globally, solidifying his status as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.
10 hours ago : Antonio Banderas to star in 'Above and Below' while daughter Stella plans wedding.
Antonio Banderas is set to star in the action thriller 'Above and Below.' Meanwhile, his daughter, Stella Banderas, is planning her wedding, with Nicole Kimpel reacting to the news. This marks a busy period for the Banderas family.
1990: Last film with Almodovar
In 1990, Antonio Banderas last worked with Pedro Almodóvar, the Spanish director who launched his international career, in the film 'Tie Me Up! Tie Me Down!'.
1994: Relationship with Catholicism
Antonio Banderas developed his relationship with Catholicism back in 1994 after a spiritual search.
1994: Spiritual reconnection
In 1994, Antonio Banderas reconnected with his Catholic faith after his brother's surgery, realizing the spiritual connection was always present within his own traditions.
1995: Meets Melanie Griffith
In 1995, Antonio Banderas met and began a relationship with American actress Melanie Griffith while shooting 'Two Much'.
May 14, 1996: Marriage to Melanie Griffith
On May 14, 1996, Antonio Banderas married American actress Melanie Griffith in London.
September 24, 1996: Birth of daughter Stella del Carmen Banderas
On September 24, 1996, Antonio Banderas and Melanie Griffith's daughter, Stella del Carmen Banderas, was born. She later appeared onscreen with Griffith in Banderas' directorial debut, 'Crazy in Alabama'.
1999: Crazy in Alabama
In 1999, Stella del Carmen Banderas appeared onscreen with Griffith in Banderas' directorial debut 'Crazy in Alabama'.
2000: Honorary Degree from Dickinson College
In 2000, Antonio Banderas received an honorary degree from Dickinson College.
2002: Stella Adler Angel Award for Philanthropy
In 2002, Antonio Banderas and Melanie Griffith received the Stella Adler Angel Award for their extensive philanthropy.
2003: Tony Award Nomination for Nine
In 2003, Antonio Banderas received a Tony Award nomination for Best Actor in a Musical for his performance in the Broadway musical production of 'Nine'. He won the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Actor in a Musical for the same performance that year.
2004: Emmy Nomination for And Starring Pancho Villa as Himself
In 2004, Antonio Banderas received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for his work on the television project 'And Starring Pancho Villa as Himself'.
2006: Describes himself as an agnostic
In 2006, Antonio Banderas described himself as an agnostic in an interview with People magazine, expressing his preference for taking life with a sense of humor and teaching his children to be open-minded.
2007: Blue Seduction for Men and Antonio for Men
After the success of 'Antonio for Men' and 'Blue Seduction for Men' in 2007, Antonio Banderas launched his latest fragrance, 'Blue Seduction for Women', the following year.
2007: Advertising Campaigns
In 2007, Antonio Banderas performed a voice-over for an animated bee in television commercials for Nasonex, an allergy medication, in the United States. He was also featured in the Christmas advertising campaign for Marks & Spencer, a British retailer.
2009: Surgery for a Benign Tumor
In 2009, Antonio Banderas underwent surgery for a benign tumor in his back.
May 2010: Honorary Doctorate from the University of Málaga
In May 2010, Antonio Banderas received an honorary doctorate from the University of Málaga.
2010: You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger
In 2010, Antonio Banderas starred in the Woody Allen-directed comedy-drama 'You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger', alongside Anthony Hopkins, Josh Brolin, and Naomi Watts. The film premiered at the Cannes Film Festival and received mixed reviews.
2011: Haywire
In 2011, Antonio Banderas acted in Steven Soderbergh's action thriller 'Haywire'.
2011: The Skin I Live In and Puss in Boots
In 2011, Antonio Banderas starred in the horror thriller 'The Skin I Live In', directed by Pedro Almodóvar, marking their first collaboration since 1990. In the film, Banderas played a revenge-seeking plastic surgeon. Also in 2011, he reprised his voice role as Puss in Boots in the 'Shrek' spin-off prequel, 'Puss in Boots', reuniting with Salma Hayek.
2012: Ruby Sparks
In 2012, Antonio Banderas acted in Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris' romance fantasy 'Ruby Sparks'.
2013: I'm So Excited!
In 2013, Antonio Banderas had a small role in Almodóvar's comedy 'I'm So Excited!'.
June 2014: Divorce Announcement
In June 2014, Antonio Banderas and Melanie Griffith announced they were divorcing "in a loving and friendly manner" due to "irreconcilable differences."
August 2015: Enrolled in a fashion-design course
In August 2015, Antonio Banderas enrolled in a fashion-design course at Central Saint Martins.
November 2015: Dating Nicole Kimpel
As of November 2015, Antonio Banderas is dating Nicole Kimpel, an investment banker.
December 2015: Divorce Became Official
In December 2015, Antonio Banderas and Melanie Griffith's divorce became official.
2015: Knight of Cups
In 2015, Antonio Banderas acted in Terrence Malick's experimental drama 'Knight of Cups'.
2016: Resides in the United Kingdom
As of 2016, Antonio Banderas resides in the United Kingdom in Cobham, Surrey.
January 26, 2017: Heart Attack
On January 26, 2017, Antonio Banderas suffered a heart attack, which he later described as "not serious and hasn't caused any damages."
March 2017: Revealed Heart Attack
In March 2017, Antonio Banderas revealed at the Málaga Film Festival that he had suffered a heart attack on January 26, 2017.
2018: Emmy Nomination for Genius: Picasso
In 2018, Antonio Banderas received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for his performance as Pablo Picasso in 'Genius: Picasso'.
2018: Genius: Picasso and Life Itself
In 2018, Antonio Banderas starred as Pablo Picasso in the National Geographic limited series 'Genius: Picasso', earning him a Primetime Emmy Award, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and a Golden Globe Award nomination. He also acted in 'Life Itself', which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival that year.
May 25, 2019: Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actor
On May 25, 2019, Antonio Banderas won the Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actor for his role in the Spanish film 'Pain and Glory', directed by Pedro Almodóvar. His performance was highly praised.
September 2019: Life-changing experience
In September 2019, Antonio Banderas recalled the heart attack he had suffered earlier as a life-changing experience, emphasizing that it helped him prioritize the important things in his life.
November 15, 2019: Teatro del Soho CaixaBank Opens
On November 15, 2019, Antonio Banderas' theater project, the Teatro del Soho CaixaBank, opened in Malaga. The creation center is dedicated to the production, exhibition and distribution of shows, and training in the different areas of the performing arts.
2019: The Laundromat and A Chorus Line
In 2019, Antonio Banderas starred in Steven Soderbergh's Netflix film 'The Laundromat'. During that year, he also starred in the Spanish-language adaptation of the musical 'A Chorus Line' at the Teatro del Soho CaixaBank in Spain.
2019: Awards for Pain and Glory
In 2019, Antonio Banderas won the Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actor, the European Film Award for Best Actor, the Goya Award for Best Actor, and the New York Film Critics Circle Award for Best Actor for his performance in Almodóvar's 'Pain and Glory'.
2020: Dolittle
In 2020, Antonio Banderas co-starred with Robert Downey Jr. in the fantasy adventure film 'Dolittle'.
2021: Official Competition
In 2021, Antonio Banderas starred in the black comedy 'Official Competition' alongside Penélope Cruz. The film had its world premiere at the 78th Venice International Film Festival. It is a meta-comedy and satire on the film industry.
2022: Uncharted and Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
In 2022, Antonio Banderas appeared as Santiago Moncada in the film 'Uncharted' with Tom Holland and Mark Wahlberg. He also reprised his role as Puss in Boots in the sequel 'Puss in Boots: The Last Wish'.
June 2023: Cast in Paddington in Peru and Starred in Babygirl
In June 2023, Antonio Banderas was cast as Hunter Cabot in 'Paddington in Peru', co-starring with Hugh Bonneville, Emily Mortimer, Olivia Colman, and Jim Broadbent. He also starred opposite Nicole Kidman in the A24 erotic thriller 'Babygirl', directed by Halina Reijn.
2023: Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny and Journey to Bethlehem
In 2023, Antonio Banderas appeared in 'Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny' with Harrison Ford, Mads Mikkelsen, Phoebe Waller-Bridge and Toby Jones. Also in 2023, he portrayed Herod in the Christmas musical film 'Journey to Bethlehem'.
2024: Sponsors Sohrlin Andalucía School of Arts
Since the spring of 2024, Antonio Banderas sponsors a new performing arts school in Malaga, the Sohrlin Andalucía School of Arts. It is located on an old metallurgical factory, and its objective is to become a large stage center in which to design, create and export Andalusian talent to the world.
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