Manuela Velasco

Cast

Born

October 23, 1975 · Madrid, Spain

Birth name

Manuela Velasco Díez

Manuela Velasco Díez is a Spanish actress and television presenter whose career spans film, television, and stage. She debuted in cinema as a child in a Pedro Almodóvar film before consolidating her presence with leading roles in Spanish horror, earning the Goya Award for Best New Actress in 2008. Alongside her film work, she has been active on Spanish television, combining acting in series with hosting. Velasco has also built a steady career in theater, participating in contemporary stage productions and adaptations.