Born in southeast Mexico, daughter of a Lebanese father and a Mexican mother, Hayek began her career in Mexican TV soap operas in late 80s.

After having some success with titles such as "Un Nuevo Amanecer" and "Teresa", Hayek left a relatively easy career in Mexican TV and traveled to Los Angeles, searching for the promised land: Hollywood.

After some minor roles, Hayek began to be noticed as a good actress in Desperado. She returned to Mexico to film El Callejó® ¤e los milagros and was nominated for an Ariel (Mexican Academy Award).

Hayek is considered to be the first Mexican actress to become a Hollywood movie star since Dolores Del Rí¯®

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