Profile
Famous as :
ActorBirth Name :
Jose Antonio Dominguez BanderasBirth Date :
August 10, 1960Birth Place :
Malaga, Andalucia, SpainSpouse :
Ana Leza (actress, 27-Jul-87 - 1996), Melanie Griffith (actress, since 14-May-96)Claim to fame :
As El Mariachi in "Desperado" (1995)
Antonio Banderas' Blue Seduction Fragrance for Women
June 14, 2008 10:06:53Has a nose for women's fragrance, Antonio Banderas is lending his acclaimed name to the women's version of Blue Seduction fragrance. Scent maker Puig Beauty U.S.A. announced its latest fragrance, the fifth under the Banderas nameplate, confirming the Blue Seduction for Women scent is slated to hit shelves in September.
"Antonio Banderas Seductive fragrances are a strategic brand for Puig Beauty U.S.A.," Didier Maine de Biran, Puig North America's general manager, said in a statement. "The addition of Blue Seduction for Women, following the success of Blue Seduction for Men in 2007, will help strengthen our position in the female masstige category."
Antonio Banderas and Morgan Freeman Working Together in The Code
October 01, 2007 03:10:01
Looks like this will be a future collaboration worth to wait for. Report from Variety has informed that Antonio Banderas and Morgan Freeman are both poised to highlight a caper drama titled "The Code" which Nu Image's Millennium Films is producing.
Freeman is said to play a veteran thief who recruits a younger crook, set to be portrayed by Banderas, to help him pull off one final job in order to repay his debt to a Russian mob. Filming is due to start by mid-October in Sofia, Bulgaria at Nu Boyana Film Center, owned by Nu Image, under the direction of "Deep Impact" helmer Mimi Leder.
Antonio Banderas Being Tipped as the New Face of Marks & Spencer
August 31, 2007 01:08:26
Antonio Banderas is ready to impress fashionistas with his being signed as the new face of fashion giant Marks and Spencer.
The movie hunk is said to be set to appear in the high street chain's pre-Christmas campaign, alongside Twiggy and Erin O'Connor, both of whom have fronted its recent womenswear ads. Banderas will thus be the first ever male star of the campaign should the much-talked report is proven true.
A Shining "Shrek the Third" World Premiere
May 07, 2007 04:05:00
The morning on Sunday, May 6 became blindingly bright as a number of Hollywood celebrities cheerfully walked down the green carpet to attend the world premiere of "Shrek the Third", the latest installment of the kind-hearted ogre tale slated for a theatrical release on May 18.
Original voice cast members delightfully gathered with the new ones to attend the event with cameras whirring and reporters posing questions endlessly, but it was former hot couple Cameron Diaz and Justin Timberlake who gained most attention there since the screening marked the first major media event at which they've been photographed together since the breakup.
Shrek the Third's Soundtrack Packed with Classics
April 18, 2007 03:04:41
The anticipation of "Shrek the Third" premiere will be celebrated three days earlier with the release of the soundtrack. Besides involving the star to contribute songs, Stacy Ferguson aka Fergie, Led Zeppelin, Wings, Ramones and Harry Chapin are growing the list.
Fergie will cover rock band Heart's song titled "Barracuda" while Eddie Murphy who starred as Donkey in the film performs duets with "Puss in Boots" character Antonio Banderas in Sly & the Family Stone's smash hit "Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)".
Harvey Weinstein Eyeing All-Star Cast for "Nine"
April 18, 2007 02:04:29
Seems to be pretty ambitious in developing the recently-announced "Nine", The Weinstein Co. co-chairman Harvey Weinstein reportedly is determined to have some Hollywood's biggest names in the cast of the musical project.
The movie mogul has been spotted to remark that he would like A-list actresses of Gwyneth Paltrow, Anne Hathaway, Nicole Kidman, Judi Dench, Catherine Zeta-Jones, plus Renee Zellweger to fill in the six major female roles of the picture, and appears to take it rather lightly in dealing with their salaries.
Johnny Depp and Antonio Banderas to Appear in "Sin City" Sequels?
March 28, 2007 10:03:39
Is it possible to see the "Once Upon a Time in Mexico" duo of Johnny Depp and Antonio Banderas take part in the "Sin City" franchise? To helmer Robert Rodriguez, who directs all the movies, the answer could simply be 'yes.'
In an interview about two future adaptations of the Frank Miller popular graphic novel held by MTV, the famed filmmaker has hinted that "Sin City 3" will likely be made based on "Hell and Back" storyline while revealing to have Depp in mind to assume the lead role of Wallace in the project.
Dustin Hoffman and Antonio Banderas Are the Perfect "Lovers"
February 13, 2007 08:02:35
Both undeniably are qualified actors and now they are joining forces to make what seems to be a movie of great quality.
Yes, Dustin Hoffman and Antonio Banderas have reportedly given their agreement to appear together in a heist thriller entitled "Lovers, Liars and Thieves" which will be developed under Ilan Girard's Arsam Productions banner.
Jennifer Lopez, One of the Most Influential Hispanic Entertainers
January 05, 2007 11:01:38
An actress, singer, and clothing designer, Jennifer Lopez has just been named as one of the most influential Hispanic entertainers in America in the entertainment section of People en Espanol's list of "100 Most Influential Hispanics", which honors those who have made an impact in the Hispanic community.
Graces the cover of the magazine's February issue, on newsstands Friday Jan 5th, J.Lo said, "being an example to others is a big part of my work. It excites me to think that I could be capable of changing opinions, or of making people laugh or cry. It's a beautiful facet of the work that we do."
Stars Added to the Cast of "Shrek the Third"
July 14, 2006 10:07:44
DreamWorks Animation announced Thursday July 13th, that the final cast for its upcoming computer-animated comedy "Shrek the Third" has been set. The studio will keep maintaining the flick's original cast from "Shrek" and "Shrek 2", Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz, Antonio Banderas, Rupert Everett, Julie Andrews and John Cleese.
Joining the cast for "Shrek the Third" is an all-new ensemble of actors and comedians. They among others are Amy Sedaris as Cinderella, Amy Poehler as Snow White, Maya Rudolph as Rapunzel and Cheri Oteri as Sleeping Beauty. Also joining the hit animated comedy's cast are Ian McShane as Captain Hook, John Krasinski as Sir Lancelot, and Monty Python veteran Eric Idle as Merlin the magician.
Nominees of the 21st annual Imagen Awards Announced
July 01, 2006 11:07:27
Being consistent in recognizing positive portrayals of Latinos in entertainment industry, Imagen Awards once more comes to the surface this year with notable names included in the nomination list announced Thursday, June 29. In category of Best Leading Actor, there lined up the likes of Antonio Banderas, Andy Garcia, and John Leguizamo while that of Best Leading Actress put together Jessica Alba, Cameron Diaz, Ines Sastre, also America Ferrera, who received praise from her performance in acclaimed teen flick "The Sisterhood of the Travelling Pants."
Other stars who nabbed nomination at the event included Alexa Vega, Vanessa Anne Hudgens, Michael Pena, Jimmy Smits, and Danny Pino, the latter three being nominated in the same category of Best Lead TV Actor. Meanwhile, "The Lost City", "Take the Lead", and "The Adventures of Shark Boy and Lava Girl in 3-D" have been mentioned as the three finalists for the Best Picture category.
Louisiana Is the "Homeland Security"
June 26, 2006 11:06:47
Melanie Griffith's hubby, Antonio Banderas, is now taking the lead together with Warren Beatty's heart conqueror, Annette Bening, in a new mystery screenplay, under the title "Homeland Security".
The mystery movie itself is the one with the same atmosphere as "To Catch a Thief", another Alfred Hitchcock's piece of work. It will be very much interesting how the mystery shall drag the audience to shivering and shaking sequences.
A Designer Sued Melanie Griffith
April 10, 2006 09:04:33
Melanie Griffith is facing a $26,000 lawsuit filed by Emmy Award-winning designer Niklas J. Palm. In his lawsuit, filed on Friday in Los Angeles Superior Court, Niklas claimed that Griffith refused to pay the $26,000 dress he designed for her and her daughters, Dakota Johnson and Stella Banderas, for the Golden Globes Awards.
Further, Niklas alleged that he has on Jan 16th submitted a $25,960 bill and Griffith was overdue in making any payments. Moreover, Griffith promised "that he will receive publicity that money could not buy, then conveniently forgot his name when reporters on the red carpet specifically asked who designed her beautiful gown - taking credit for the gown herself," the lawsuit said.
Banderas Signed on to Play Spanish Conqueror
April 06, 2006 09:04:40
Antonio Banderas bravely facing the challenge. The actor has signed on to star in the action drama "Conquistador". There in the flick he is about to portray Spanish conqueror Hernan Cortes.
The story follows the expedition that sailed west from Cuba in 1519 in hopes of expanding the Spanish Empire. Cortes and his band of soldiers came upon what is now Mexico and swiftly brought about the destruction of the Aztec empire led by Moctezuma.
It Is All About Shrek the Third
March 22, 2006 03:03:10
Finally, DreamWorks Animation has come to a bold decision in naming the third "Shrek" installment "Shrek the Third". The comedy animation is slated to hit theaters on May 18th next year.
Fill in the voice of the film characters are Mike Myers, Cameron Diaz, Eddie Murphy, Antonio Banderas and Justin Timberlake.
Paz Vega to Do the Memoirs of Hadrian
October 22, 2005 10:10:28"Memoirs of Hadrian" is a drama flick which is adapted by Rospo Pallenberg and Ron Base from Margherite Yourcenar's historical novel of the same title. It actually is a fictional autobiography of the Roman emperor written as a series of letters to his nephew, Marcus Aurelius.
As shooting has been scheduled to take place between Serbia and Morocco, Spanish actress Paz Vega is still in talks to star in. Meanwhile, Antonio Banderas already signed on to star in the John Boorman's next film.
Griffith + Banderas = Perfect
October 15, 2005 11:10:34Melanie Griffith and Antonio Banderas is a match couple. They work in the same field and able to partnering well. They're just a great husband and wife. It's so perfect and nothing more to say about them.
Not only on screen, but off screen the two are doing great. As the famous Spanish actor is set to receive his Hollywood star, wife Griffith will present it for him on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame on October 18th. Besides, she will also be the event's guest speaker. What a couple.
Banderas Joined J.Lo in the "Bordertown"
April 28, 2005 11:04:21Actor Antonio Banderas has joined actress Jennifer Lopez to star in "Bordertown," an indie thriller under director Gregory Nava, who previously directed Lopez in "Selena" and who will direct Banderas in the Disney film "Zapata." To notice "Bordertown" tells the story of a journalist who investigates a series of murders near some US-owned factories at the US-Mexico border.
