Penelope Cruz

Oscar nominee Penelope Cruz poses with her award after winning best supporting actress for her role in Woody Allen's "Vicky Cristina Barcelona" at the British Academy Film Awards 2009 at The Royal Opera House in London, Sunday, Feb. 8, 2009. Initially, Cruz focused on dance. After studying classical ballet for nine years at Spain's National Conservatory, she continued her training under a series of prominent dancers.

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