Who is Elsa Pataky?
Elsa Pataky, originally named Elsa Lafuente Medianu and born on July 18, 1976, in Madrid, Spain, is a well-known Spanish actress and model. She gained global fame for portraying Elena Neves in the Fast & Furious film series. Pataky has also starred in movies such as Snakes on a Plane (2006), Giallo (2009), and Di Di Hollywood (2010). She is proficient in several languages, including Spanish, English, Italian, Portuguese, and French. Pataky is married to Australian actor Chris Hemsworth.
Elsa Pataky age and birthday
Pataky Elsa, born on July 18, 1976, in Madrid, Spain, is a Cancer.
Elsa Pataky height and weight
Pataky is 5 feet 3.5 inches (161 cm) tall, weighs 51 kg (112 lbs), and has an hourglass figure with measurements of 34-24-33 inches. She is known for her blonde hair, green eyes, and athletic, toned physique.
Elsa Pataky’s educational background
Pataky studied journalism and took acting classes at Universidad CEU San Pablo in Madrid. She is fluent in Spanish, Romanian, English, Italian, and French.
Elsa Pataky dating life, spouse and children
Elsa Pataky married Australian actor Chris Hemsworth on December 26, 2010, in a private ceremony in Indonesia. They have three children: India Rose (born 2012) and twins Sasha and Tristan (born 2014).
What is Pataky nationality? Her parents and siblings?
Elsa Lafuente Medianu, is a Spanish actress with a biochemist father, José Francisco Lafuente, and a publicist mother, Cristina Medianu Pataky, of Romanian and Hungarian heritage. She has a younger half-brother, Cristian Prieto Medianu, a cinematographic director.
Elsa Pataky career, modelling and acting
Pataky has built a diverse and successful career in both modelling and acting. She began her modeling career at just 15 years old, quickly gaining recognition for her striking looks and dynamic presence. Elsa worked with well-known brands like Guess, Revlon, and Loewe, and appeared on the covers of prestigious magazines such as Elle, Glamour, and Vogue. Her natural charm and beauty made her a sought-after model in the fashion industry.
In addition to modelling, Elsa Pataky pursued acting, making her debut in the Spanish TV series Al salir de clase in 1997. She gained global fame for her portrayal of Elena Neves in the Fast & Furious franchise, appearing in several films, including Fast Five, Fast & Furious 6, Furious 7, and The Fate of the Furious. Elsa’s role in this blockbuster series helped solidify her place in Hollywood.
Elsa has also starred in a variety of other films and TV shows, including Snakes on a Plane (2006), Giallo (2009), Give ‘Em Hell, Malone (2009), Di Di Hollywood (2010), and Interceptor (2022). She has worked in both Spanish films and TV series, such as Queen of Swords and Los Serrano. Despite her busy career, Elsa continues to balance her professional life with family, living in Australia with her husband, Chris Hemsworth, and their children.
Elsa net worth
Pataky’s net worth is around $50 million as of 2024.