Â鶹APP

Clara Lago at the 2017 Goya Awards by Ruben Ortega from

Top 10 Facts About Clara Lago

The Hidden Face star Clara Lago has many talents. Besides screen acting, she is also known for her songs, voice acting, and theater performances. She started acting at a young age and she has perfected her craft over time becoming a famous figure in the Spanish film industry and beyond.

Over and above that, she was born on 6 March 1990 in Torrelodones, Spain. Some of her prominent works include starring in Carol’s Journey, The Hidden Face, Spanish Affair, and its sequential Spanish Affair 2. Delve more into Clara Lago’s career and personal life with the below facts.

Here are the Top 10 Truths About Clara Lago.

1. Clara Lago began acting when she was less than 10 years

Lago joined acting when she was about 9 years. Her first notable role was in the film Terca Vida which was released in 2000. During that year, she also joined the °ä´Ç³¾±è²¹Ã±±ð°ù´Ç²õ television series cast. This series aired on Antena 3 from 1998 until 2002.

Furthermore, the °ä´Ç³¾±è²¹Ã±±ð°ù´Ç²õ (Companions) TV series was her stepping stone to big roles on screen. The plot was themed on the life and challenges of students. It portrayed the relationships of students in school as well as the difficulties they face such as drugs, unwanted pregnancies, gender violence, and more topics.

Meet Top Spanish Actresses.

2. Clara Lago’s first key role came in 2002

Clara Lago in 2010 by Angel Rodriguez-Rey from

She starred in the Spanish-Portuguese drama film Carol’s Journey, released in 2002. The film is set up in the 1930s and the young Spanish-American girl called Carol is Clara Lago. Moreover, Carol is on a discovery journey of her family roots. Thus she visits her hometown in Spain during the Civil War with her terminally ill mother.

3. Lago rose to international acclaim in 2011

The 2011 psychological thriller The Hidden Face pushed her to the limelight. She starred as Belén in the film. The storyline of the film is centered on a woman (Belén) who feels anxiety and panic in her new home. So she ends up spying on her boyfriend as a result of her fears.

To add on, she won several awards because of her performance on The Hidden Face. They are the Shooting Stars Award and the Berlin International Film Festival. Both prizes were issued to her in 2011.

4. Clara Lago has appeared in at least 30 films

Clara Lago by Pedro J Pacheco from

The actress is appreciated for having been featured in many films throughout her career. She prides herself in over 30 film appearances.

Her most notable acting roles are in 2002s Carol’s Journey playing Carol, in The Hidden Face as Belén in 2011, and I Want You as Gin in 2012. She was also on 2014’s Spanish Affair as Amaia and she reprised her role in Spanish Affair 2 in 2015.

Clara’s recent works include her role as Helena in the 2017 Sci-fi romance Orbiter 9. Others are playing Lola on The Neighbor and Sofia on the 2022 television series LIMBO… Until I Decide.

5. Spanish Affair was one of her greatest commercial successes

This 2014 film saw great commercial triumph. It grossed over $75 million in sales and sitting, making it one of the top-grossing titles in the Spanish genre at the time.

Check out facts about Spanish actress Pilar Lopez De Ayala.

6. Lago is a household name in the Spanish film space

Clara Lago at the Goya Awards in 2020 by Pedro J Pacheco from

Because she has participated in many Spanish films, she has been honored with prestigious awards in that space. She is the 2008 recipient of the award by L’Oreal for the category of Best New Talent in Spanish Cinema. She was issued the award during the 56th San Sebastian Film Festival in 2008.

7. She doubles as a singer

The actress also has her vocals right. Her top songs include Aunque Tú No Lo Sepas, La Cama, Con Las, and Cocaine. What’s more, she recorded songs for the 2016 film Vulcania and the 2017 thriller El juego del ahorcado (Hangman).

8. Clara Lago made a shift to a vegan diet

She adopted the vegan lifestyle in 2017. Her decision to become vegan was influenced by what she refers to as an ethical and environmental choice that grants her peace of mind. Further, she holds the view that being vegan makes her feel she is full of energy and in perfect health.

9. Spanish Affair sparked Clara Lago’s relationship with Dani Rovira

Dani Rovira in the 2017 Goya Awards by Ruben Ortega from

Clara starred in the film Spanish Affair alongside actor Dani Rovira. They met on set and entered a relationship in 2013. They were together until their official breakup in 2019.

Discover the Spanish Movies You Should See.

10. She is also praised for voice acting

Clara Lago is acknowledged for her voice in the video game Assassin’s Creed Origins. In this 2017 video game, she is credited for dubbing the character Cleopatra in the Spanish version of the game.

Here are quick facts about Clara Lago

11. She is fluent in both English and Spanish.

12. Lago was nominated for the Best New Actress category in the 2002 Goya Awards.

13. She is a champion for mental health awareness.

14. She is versatile and hence she has played countless roles in her acting career.

15. She is one of the gifted Spanish actresses of her time.

Clara Lago has attracted an international fan base because of her performance in different films as well as through her songs. Her versatility and dynamism make each role a surprise to her audience. Hence increasing her acclaim and establishing her as a headline name in the show business industry.