María Pedraza
🔥 TrendingMaría Pedraza is a Spanish actress and ballerina best known for portraying Alison Parker in the series Money Heist. She also starred in the Netflix series Élite, playing the role of Marina Nunier Osuna and in the Netflix series Toy Boy, playing the role of Triana.
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Facts about María Pedraza
Did you know that María Pedraza had no prior acting experience before being discovered on Instagram and landing her first lead role?
- She was discovered through her Instagram profile by film director Esteban Crespo, who then cast her in "Amar."
- Before acting, she dedicated many years to classical ballet training at the Royal Professional Conservatory of Dance Mariemma.
- Her acting debut was in the 2017 film "Amar" (Love), where she played the lead role of Laura.
- She is an avid photographer and often shares her artistic work and travel photos on her social media platforms.
- She has a younger sister, Celia Pedraza, who is also active on social media and occasionally appears with María.
Her role as Alison Parker in "Money Heist" (La Casa de Papel) brought her international recognition. However, her subsequent roles as Marina in "Élite" and Triana in "Toy Boy" cemented her status as a global Netflix star, showcasing her versatility across different impactful series. These roles collectively established her as a prominent face in Spanish television.
María Pedraza is recognized for being part of a new generation of Spanish actors who achieved global fame through streaming platforms, paving the way for more international productions. She exemplifies the rise of social media-discovered talent transitioning successfully into mainstream acting.