Salma Hayek

Salma Hayek is a Mexican and American director, actress and former model. 

Early Accomplishments

Salma's acting career was launched through the Spanish television series with her first role in Un Nuevo Amanecer at the age of 22.  

Best Known For

She has obtained the most recognition through her role as both an actress and a producer in the 2002 movie Frida, which earned her a Golden Camera Award and an Imagen Award. 

Sexual Orientation

Salma is straight. Before her current relationship, Salma had a reputation for getting romantically connected to actors. Some of her past boyfriends include Edward Atterton, Edward Norton and Josh Lucas.  

Family

Salma became a member of the Pinault family in 2009 through her marriage to François-Henri Pinault. The couple has a daughter named Valentina together. 

Her brother is designer Sami Hayek Jr.

Religious Belief

Growing up, Salma was raised in a Christian home under the Catholic denomination. However, as she grew old enough to make her own decisions, she disagreed with some of the actions of the Catholic Church and decided to leave. Though she lost faith in the religious association, she didn't lose her faith in God. Salma stated that she still believed both in God and Jesus Christ. 

Worth To Know

Salma is dyslexic. 

Salma fully went into movie production in 1999 with the launch of her company Ventanarosa. Through her company, she produced the award-winning comedy series, Ugly Betty. 

She is a yoga practitioner. 

While in college, Salma was a victim of kidnap and held for ransom for close to 10 hours.

While being pregnant she gained 50 lbs (23 kg).