History of Karla Sofía Gascón in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: February 1, 2025

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

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.