Let me tell you something about Penélope Cruz. This Academy Award-winning actress is not just about her incredible talent on the screen—there’s a deeply personal side to her that shines through in every interview she gives. Penélope, who's widely celebrated for her acting prowess, has always had another dream tucked away in her heart. You might not know this, but growing up, she wanted to be something more than just an actress: she wanted to be a mother. And not just any mother, but the kind who could shape the world around her with love and care.
Now, Penélope, who’s 47 as of this writing, opened up to The Telegraph in a candid conversation about her life, her dreams, and her journey to becoming the mom she always wanted to be. “Since I was a little girl, I’ve wanted to be a mother,” she said, her voice filled with the same passion that lights up her performances. “I used to ask Santa Claus for fake babies every Christmas. Even when I was playing as a kid, I was always pretending to be a mom.” But as she reflected on motherhood now, she admitted that no matter how much you think you’re prepared, nothing can fully capture the magic of seeing your child for the first time. “It changes the way you see the world,” she added. “You suddenly realize that from that moment on, someone else comes first. Always.”
Family First: Penélope and Javier’s Journey to Parenthood
Penélope married her fellow Spanish actor, Javier Bardem, in 2010 after a three-year courtship, and together, they’ve built a beautiful family. They have two children: Leo, who’s now 11, and Luna, who’s 8. If you’re wondering where they’ve chosen to raise their kids, it’s Madrid—a city that offers them a life far removed from the chaos of Hollywood. “Our family is here, and it just makes sense,” Penélope explained. “I love New York, but it’s such a hectic place for kids. It’s too hot, too cold, too busy… everything is too much. And while I loved Los Angeles when I was single, it’s too focused on the industry. It’s not the kind of environment we want for our children.”
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She also mentioned her love for London, but admitted that the weather can be a bit challenging for someone who grew up in sunny Spain. “Madrid works perfectly for us,” she added. “It’s easy to live a normal life here. I don’t want to give that up. We can go about our daily routines without being recognized all the time. It’s peaceful, and that’s what matters most when you’re raising children.”
Leo and Luna: Growing Up Normal in a Not-So-Normal World
One of the most heartwarming aspects of Penélope’s life is how she and Javier ensure that their kids, Leo and Luna, live a normal life despite their parents' fame. “They don’t really understand that we’re known around the world,” Penélope said with a smile. “And I think that’s a good thing. We try to keep things as natural as possible. For instance, if someone recognizes us, I’ll just explain that maybe they’ve seen one of our movies. It’s all about making sure they feel grounded and understand that, at the end of the day, we’re just their mom and dad.”
