History of Karla Sofía Gascón in Timeline
Karla Sofía Gascón is a Spanish actress known for her work in both Spain and the Americas. A prominent role in the comedy film *The Noble Family* (2013) brought her wider recognition. She further solidified her career with a role in the popular narcoseries *El Señor de los Cielos*. While Gascón's career began in Spain, her appearances in these Latin American productions have significantly expanded her audience and established her as a recognizable figure in the Latin American entertainment industry.
March 1972: Birth of Karla Sofía Gascón
Karla Sofía Gascón was born in March 1972.
March 1972: Early Life and Education
Karla Sofía Gascón, born in March 1972, began acting in childhood. At 16, she decided to pursue it professionally and later got a degree from ECAM.
1999: Film Debut
In 1999, Gascón appeared in the film Se buscan fulmontis.
2000: Appearance in Me da igual
Gascón appeared in the film Me da igual in 2000.
2002: Appearance in Box 507
In 2002, Gascón acted in the film Box 507.
2004: Appearance in Say I Do
Gascón was in the film Say I Do in 2004.
2009: Move to Mexico
In 2009, Gascón moved to Mexico to pursue acting opportunities.
2011: Birth of Daughter
Gascón's daughter was born in 2011.
2013: The Noble Family
In 2013, Karla Sofía Gascón appeared in the comedy film The Noble Family, playing a character who dreams of being Spanish.
2013: The Noble Family
Gascón appeared in The Noble Family film in 2013.
2014: El Señor de los Cielos
In 2014, she took on the role of Iñaki Izarrieta in El Señor de los Cielos.
2018: Autobiography and Public Transition
Gascón publicly announced her transition and new identity as Karla Sofía Gascón in 2018 with her autobiography, Karsia.
2019: Offensive Social Media Posts
Between 2019 and 2021, Gascón made a series of offensive remarks on social media.
2021: Offensive Social Media Posts
Between 2019 and 2021, Gascón made a series of offensive remarks on social media.
2022: Role in Rebelde
Gascón was cast as Lourdes Buendía in the series Rebelde in 2022.
December 2024: Las malas role
In December 2024, Gascón was cast as Aunt Encarna in the film adaptation of Bad Girls.
2024: Emilia Pérez and Awards
In 2024, Gascón starred in the film Emilia Pérez, winning Best Actress at Cannes Film Festival (shared with co-stars) and becoming the first openly transgender actress nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress. She also won the European Film Award for Best Actress.
January 2025: Social Media Controversy
In January 2025, past social media posts by Gascón containing offensive remarks resurfaced, leading to an apology and deactivation of her Twitter account.
2025: Residence
As of 2025, Gascón resided in Alcobendas.