Úrsula Corberó, the 34-year-old Catalan actress (born in 1989) who stars in the Amazon Prime series ‘Mr & Mrs Smith’, began her rise to fame in Spanish television with roles as Ruth Gómez in ‘Física o Química’ and Margarita of Austria in ‘Isabel’.
However, it was her portrayal of Tokyo in ‘Money Heist’ that catapulted the vibrant, sassy Spanish actress to global stardom. Her compelling performances and the show’s success on Netflix led to her Hollywood debut in 2021 with Robert Schwentke’s film “Snake Eyes”.
Úrsula Corberó’s main TV appearances and biggest hits
Corberó’s television career started with a role in ‘Mirall Trencat’ in 2002, at just 13 years old. She continued to feature in various Spanish series such as ‘Ventdelplà’, ‘Cuenta atrás’, and ‘El Internado’, a popular teen production which also featured Oscar nominee Ana de Armas.
Her subsequent role in ‘Física o Química’ brought her critical acclaim, and she later landed a lead role in the drama ’14 de abril. La República’. Her occasional appearances in other series like ‘¿Qué fue de Jorge Sanz?’ and ‘Paquita Salas’ are also noteworthy.
Her rise to stardom was cemented by her performance in ‘Money Heist’ as Tokyo. The series, one of the most internationally viewed on the platform, propelled the Catalan actress to global fame. She has since been involved in various productions.
Her latest significant TV role was in ‘El Cuerpo en llamas’, where she portrayed a real-life story set within the Barcelona police force, including a murder plot.
Úrsula Corberó’s Film Career
On the big screen, Corberó has appeared in films such as ‘¿Quién mató a Bambi?’, ‘XP3D’, ‘After Party’, ‘Volare’, and ‘Perdiendo el Norte’. She also lent her voice to ‘Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2’ and ‘The Secret Life of Pets’. In 2021, she played The Baroness in ‘Snake Eyes’, marking her first foray into Hollywood.
Corberó’s latest movie is ‘Lift: A High-Class Heist’, starring alongside Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Vincent D’Onofrio, and Kevin Hart, in a Matt Reeves production directed by Felix Gary Gray, which premiered in 2024.
Global Success with ‘Money Heist’
As mentioned earlier, Corberó’s portrayal of the intense, charismatic, and powerful Tokyo in ‘Money Heist’ catapulted her to worldwide fame. Tokyo is the central character and narrator of the series about a Robin Hood-esque gang of thieves, celebrated for its dark humor and anti-capitalist narrative. The show achieved such international acclaim that it became Netflix’s most-watched non-English language series.
Atress and Influencer: commitment, causes and stories
Úrsula is considered a fashion icon and is known for her striking yet rare appearances at events like the Goya Awards in her home country (the Spanish equivalent of the Oscars). She has become one of the most followed Spanish celebrities on Instagram, with over 22 million followers.
Her commitment to social causes is also notable. In July 2023, she was named the first global ambassador for the NGO Save The Children.
Apart from her fame, her impact as a fashion and cinema influencer and her advocacy for children’s rights are well known. She has also endeared herself to the American audience with her appearances on Late Night Shows, always with a fun story to share. She is, for instance, friends with Madonna, whom she met in an airport restroom, exchanging phone numbers and sharing a humorous and unique friendship.
Awards and Recognitions
The actress has been honored with the ‘Indomitable Spirit’ award at the 47th Sitges Film Festival and has received awards at the 20th Iris Awards for her role as Tokyo in ‘Money Heist’ and the 70th Ondas Awards as best actress for ‘El Cuerpo en Llamas’. She has also been nominated at the 7th Platino Awards and the 11th Feroz Awards.
Personal Life
Úrsula describes herself as a down-to-earth girl who loves to have fun and values her privacy. She can be as comfortable in jeans and a t-shirt at the home of Ibai, Twitch’s biggest Spanish-language star, or in gorgeous black dress joking with Jimmy Fallon.
Although she guards her privacy jealously, several of her romances have come to light, including Andrés Velencoso, a model who was previously linked with Kylie Minogue, and Feliciano López, a Spanish tennis player.
She is now in a long-term relationship with ‘Chino’ Darin, an Argentinean actor, son of the film legend Don Ricardo Darín.
Úrsula’s first premiere in 2024, featuring in Mr & Mrs Smith on Prime Video
Úrsula Corberó, with her career now firmly established, has a role in the series ‘Mr & Mrs Smith,’ which debuted on February 2 on Prime Video. She is poised to take audiences by storm yet again showcasing her versatility, talent, and charisma.
