Originally by Famous HispanicsList RulesOnly actresses of Hispanic heritage/lineage. Upvote your favorite actresses
A list of the best Hispanic actresses. Actresses of Hispanic and Latino descent have been dazzling audiences on the big and small screens since the advent of film and television. Some of the most popular actresses in history appear on this list. Of the Hispanic actresses, the ladies who have their place on here are some of the biggest names and have recognizable face. These Hispanic actresses are known as some of the best actresses in the world. They've starred in blockbusters, indie art films, comedies, romantic comedies, dramas and voiced some of the most memorable characters ever. Who can forget Cameron Diaz in There's Something About Mary and Gangs of New York? The same goes for Eva Longoria and Sofia Vergara for their respective roles on the television programs Desperate Housewives and Modern Family. These actresses are well known and are some of best at their respective craft. This list goes as far back as the beginnings of film and television, so some of the earliest Hispanics stars should be included on this list.
You'll see actresses like Rita Hayworth from the Golden Era of film, to modern stars like the ravishing Penelope Cruz and Zoe Saldana, who has seen her profile rise over the past few years. We'd be remiss if we didn't mention Raquel Welch and Jessica Alba as well. Basically, many of the women considered the best Hispanic actresses are also considered some of the hottest Hispanic actresses of all time and some of the most beautiful actresses ever. Not too shabby eh?
This is the list of the best Hispanic actresses to ever grace the screen. If you notice a Hispanic actress is missing from this list, feel free to add her. Vote or re-rank this according to who you think the best Hispanic actress is.1
882470Jennifer Lopez
Out of Sight, Maid in ManhattanAge: 51
Birthplace: Castle Hill, New York City, New York, United States of America
Jennifer Lynn Lopez (born July 24, 1969), nicknamed "J-Lo", is an American actress, singer,... more2
1,105543Salma Hayek
Frida, DesperadoAge: 49
Birthplace: Coatzacoalcos, Mexico
Salma Hayek Pinault (, Spanish: [ˈsalma ˈxaʝek]; born Salma Valgarma Hayek Jiménez; September... more3
640342Michelle Rodriguez
he Fast and the Furious, AvatarAge: 37
Birthplace: San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Mayte Michelle Rodriguez (born July 12, 1978) is an American actress. Her breakout role was as... more4
355169Angelique Boyer
What Life Took from Me, Abyss of PassionAge: 32
Birthplace: Saint-Claude, France
Angelique Boyer (Spanish pronunciation: [aɲɟʝeˈlik βoˈʝeɾ]; in full Angelique Monique-Paulette... more5
800452Eva Mendes
Hitch, 2 Fast 2 FuriousAge: 41
Birthplace: USA, Florida, Miami
Eva de la Caridad Méndez (born March 5, 1974), known professionally as Eva Mendes (), is an... more6
602342Rosario Dawson
Sin City, Seven PoundsAge: 41
Birthplace: New York City, New York, United States of America
Rosario Isabel Dawson (born May 9, 1979) is an American actress, producer, singer, comic book... more7
677401Roselyn Sánchez
Rush Hour 2, Without a TraceAge: 47
Birthplace: San Juan, United States, with Territories
Roselyn Milagros Sánchez Rodríguez (born April 2, 1973) is a Puerto Rican singer/songwriter,... more8
13968Bárbara Mori
Kites, Ugly MeAge: 42
Birthplace: Uruguay, Montevideo
Bárbara Mori Ochoa (born 2 February 1978) is an Uruguayan-born Mexican actress, model,... more9
454285Aubrey Plaza
Parks and Recreation, Safety Not GuaranteedAge: 36
Birthplace: Wilmington, Delaware, United States of America
Aubrey Christina Plaza (born June 26, 1984) is an American actress, comedian and producer. She... more10
14281Elizabeth Álvarez
Fuego en la sangre, La Fea Más BellaAge: 43
Birthplace: Ciudad Juárez, Juárez Municipality, Chihuahua, Mexico
Elizabeth Álvarez (Spanish pronunciation: [elisaˈβet ˈalβaɾes], [eˈlisaβet]; Born Elizabeth... more11
16495Lucía Méndez
Darker Than Night, The Children Of SanchezAge: 65
Birthplace: León, Mexico
Lucía Leticia Méndez Pérez (born January 26, 1955) is a Mexican born telenovela and film... more12
166100Ana Brenda Contreras
Volando bajoAge: 33
Birthplace: McAllen, Texas
Ana Brenda Contreras, also known as Ana Brenda (born December 24, 1986), is an American... more13
10769Sara Montiel
Vera Cruz, Run of the ArrowAge: Died at 85 (1928-2013)
Birthplace: Campo de Criptana, Ciudad Real, Spain
María Antonia Abad Fernández MML (10 March 1928 – 8 April 2013), known professionally as Sara... more14
10474Sabine Moussier
María Isabel, Abismo de pasiónAge: 54
Birthplace: Leverkusen, Germany
Sabine Moussier (Spanish pronunciation: [saˈβine muˈsjeɾ]; born Diana Sabine Moussier August... more15
603520Penélope Cruz
Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, Vanilla SkyAge: 46
Birthplace: Alcobendas, Spain
Penélope Cruz Sánchez (; Spanish: [peˈnelope kɾuθ ˈsantʃeθ]; born 28 April 1974) is a Spanish... more16
10164Ludwika Paleta
Carrusel, Amigas y rivalesAge: 41
Birthplace: Poland, Kraków
Ludwika Paleta (Spanish pronunciation: [luðˈβika paˈleta]; born Ludwika Paleta Paciorek on 29... more17
338138Blanca Soto
Love Rules, Señora Acero (Age: 41
Birthplace: Monterrey, Mexico
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4317Natalie Martinez
End of Watch, Death RaceAge: 36
Birthplace: Miami, Florida, United States of America
Natalie Martinez (born July 12, 1984) is an American actress and model. She may be best known... more19
504528Sofía Vergara
Modern Family, Four BrothersAge: 48
Birthplace: Barranquilla, Colombia
Sofía Margarita Vergara Vergara (Spanish: [soˈfi.a βeɾˈɣaɾa]; born July 10, 1972) is a... more20
568557Jessica Alba
Sin City, Fantastic FourAge: 39
Birthplace: Pomona, California, United States of America
Jessica Marie Alba (; born April 28, 1981) is an American actress and businesswoman. She began... more21
274131Angélica María
Rosalinda, Corazón salvajeAge: 76
Birthplace: USA, New Orleans, Louisiana
Angélica María Hartman Ortiz (born September 27, 1944), known professionally as Angélica... more22
384232Chita Rivera
Chicago, Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club BandAge: 87
Birthplace: Washington, D.C., United States of America
Chita Rivera (born January 23, 1933) is an American actress, dancer, and singer best known for... more23
4439Daniela Romo
Alborada, El ManantialAge: 61
Birthplace: Mexico City, Mexico
Daniela Romo (born August 27, 1959) is a Mexican singer, actress and TV hostess. ... more24
486308Rita Moreno
West Side Story, The Electric CompanyAge: 84
Birthplace: Humacao, United States, with Territories
Rita Moreno (born December 11, 1931) is a Puerto Rican actress, dancer and singer. Her career... more25
5148Ingrid Martz
Heridas de Amor, Así del PrecipicioAge: 41
Birthplace: Mexico City, Mexico
Íngrid Martz de la Vega (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈiŋɡɾið ˈmaɾts]; Mexico City, 17 September... more
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