History of Javier Bardem in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: June 16, 2025

Javier Bardem is a highly acclaimed Spanish actor with a career spanning over three decades. He has received numerous prestigious awards, including an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe Award, and multiple Goya Awards. His talent has been recognized at major film festivals like Cannes and Venice, solidifying his status as one of the most respected and accomplished actors in the industry.

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July 2010: Bardem and Cruz get married

In July 2010, Javier Bardem married Penélope Cruz in The Bahamas. The couple has maintained a low public profile regarding their personal lives.

January 2011: Birth of first child, Leo Encinas Cruz

On January 23, 2011, Javier Bardem and Penélope Cruz's son, Leo Encinas Cruz, was born in Los Angeles.

May 2011: Bardem Raises Awareness about Conflict Minerals

In May 2011, Javier Bardem teamed up with The Enough Project's co-founder John Prendergast to raise awareness about conflict minerals in eastern Congo.

July 2013: Birth of daughter, Luna Encinas Cruz

On July 22, 2013, Javier Bardem and Penélope Cruz's daughter, Luna Encinas Cruz, was born in Madrid.

September 2018: Bardem discusses acting with Penélope Cruz

In September 2018, at the Toronto Film Festival premiere of Everybody Knows, Javier Bardem discussed acting with his wife, Penélope Cruz, emphasizing the separation between their roles and personal lives.

April 2019: Spanish Elections

In April 2019 elections were held in Spain.

July 2019: Bardem Signs Manifesto for Spanish Government Agreement

In July 2019, Javier Bardem signed a manifesto urging PSOE and Podemos parties to reach an agreement to form a ministry after the April 2019 elections in Spain.

November 2019: Bardem Apologizes for Insulting Politicians

In November 2019, during the March for Climate in Madrid, Javier Bardem apologized for calling the mayor of Madrid and the US president "stupid."

September 2024: Bardem Announces Role in 'The Beloved' and Criticizes Israel

In September 2024, Javier Bardem announced his casting in Rodrigo Sorogoyen's 'The Beloved' and also criticized Israel's military operations in the Gaza Strip at the 72nd San Sebastián International Film Festival.

September 2024: Bardem Criticizes Israel's Actions in Gaza

In September 2024, Javier Bardem criticized Israel's military operations in the Gaza Strip and the "unconditional support" of Israel by the United States, the United Kingdom, and Germany.