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Aura GarridoSpanish actress
Date of Birth: 29.05.1989
Country:  Spain |
Content:
- Aura Garrido: A Spanish Star in the Ascent
- Film and Television Career
- Breakthrough Role and Rising Star
- Continued Success
- International Recognition and Acclaim
- Personal Life
- Recent Projects and Future Endeavors
Aura Garrido: A Spanish Star in the Ascent
Early Life and EducationAura Garrido was born on May 29, 1989, in Madrid, Spain. Her father, Thomas Garrido, is a renowned composer and director, while her mother is an artist. Her maternal grandmother was an opera singer, and her aunt and uncle also pursued careers in music. Influenced by her artistic family, Garrido began playing the piano at four and ballet at five.
After graduating from high school, Garrido enrolled at the Real Escuela Superior de Arte Dramático (RESAD) in Madrid. However, she left after three years to pursue acting. She later enrolled in the National University of Distance Education, where she studied Anthropology.
Film and Television Career
Garrido's acting career began in 2009 with a role in the youth series "Física o Química." She followed this with a role in "De repente, los Gómez" and a supporting role in the film "Plans for Tomorrow" (2010). Her performance earned her the Silver Biznaga for Best Supporting Actress at the Malaga Film Festival and a nomination for a Goya Award.
Inspired by her early success, Garrido decided to leave university and focus on her acting career. In the same year, she starred in the series "El Acuario de Eva" and the drama film "Crematorio."
Breakthrough Role and Rising Star
Garrido's breakthrough role came in the supernatural drama series "Ángel o Demonio" (2011). She played the central character, Valeria, alongside Jaime Olías, Marc Sauré, and Jorge Suquet. The show's unique plot and young cast gained widespread popularity, cementing Garrido's status as a rising star.
In 2012, Garrido starred in the fantasy comedy "The Ghost's Path" and the psychological thriller "The Body." She also joined the ensemble cast of the historical epic "Imperium," which depicted the rise and fall of ancient Rome.
Continued Success
Garrido expanded her repertoire in 2013 with the romantic drama "Stockholm" and a guest appearance in the detective series "Víctor Ros." She followed this with a recurring role in the drama "Brothers."
In 2015, Garrido starred in the crime thriller "Inocente Killers" and joined the cast of the fantasy adventure series "Time of the Empire." As Amelia Folch, she traveled through Spanish history alongside Rodolfo Sancho, Cayetana Guillén Cuervo, and Francesca Piñón.
International Recognition and Acclaim
Garrido's star continued to rise in 2017 with the release of the sci-fi film "Atlantis." Based on Albert Sánchez Piñol's novel "The Silence of the Glass," the film starred Ray Stevenson as a meteorologist who encounters mysterious creatures on a remote island. Garrido played one of these creatures, Aineris, and showcased her transformative acting skills under heavy makeup.
In 2019, Garrido starred in the action thriller "The Silence of the White City" and the crime drama "Goya's Crimes." She also appeared in the zombie horror film "Malnazidos" and the Netflix mini-series "The Innocent."
Personal Life
Despite her fame, Garrido has been open about her personal life. She has stated that she has had relationships but has not yet married.
Garrido maintains an active presence on social media, sharing updates on her work and photos from behind the scenes. Although fans and media have speculated about romances with her co-stars, Garrido maintains that she has only friendships with her colleagues.
Recent Projects and Future Endeavors
In 2022, Garrido starred in the crime detective series "Un Asunto Privado." She also announced her plans to pursue filmmaking and debuted her short film at the Notodofilmfest festival.
As Aura Garrido continues to showcase her versatility and talent, her star is poised to shine even brighter in the years to come.
