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Carolina Yuste was born on 30 July 1991 in Badajoz, Extremadura, Spain. She is an actress and director, known for Undercover (2024), Jokes & Cigarettes (2023) and The Cover (2021).

Born in Extremadura, lived in Córdoba 2 years until he moves to Madrid, in order to study political sciences. While attending university, decided to enroll at the EOC, an acting school. He debuted in cinema with a minor role in the film, Rosa de Lima (1962). After an initial stage in which he played loose papers with a predominance of villains, from the 1980s, that begins to appear on more ambitious and controversial films, ascending to a position of first order within the Spanish acting landscape.

Elvira Quintana, one of the most beautiful actresses ever to grace the Mexican movie screen, was born in Bajadoz, Spain, in November 1935. Her father was killed during the Spanish Civil War, and she and her mother fled Spain and emigrated to Mexico as political refugees when she was five. Quintana enrolled in the Instituto Teatral y Cinematográfica de ANDA, the Mexican actors' union acting school, working to pay her tuition money. Even before she completed the three-year course, she was cast in bit parts and as an extra in films. Quintana also worked on the stage and in radio early in her acting career.

The young actress had a prominent nose, and she underwent a rhinoplasty to have its size reduced. After her nose-job, her career began to bloom. (She also enlarged her bust by undergoing liquid silicone injections.)

Quintana became a star in 1958 with her singing and dancing performance in Bolero inmortal (1958), in which her character becomes a famous stage performer, but who remains romantically unfulfilled. Quintana rarely appeared in "serious" dramatic fare such as the film that made her a star, appearing mostly in rancheras (a Mexican movie genre of ranch-based comedies), contemporary comedies, and Westerns.

Quintana's star waxed in 1960s, appearing as a regular on the television show "Noches Tapatías" and making appearances in TV movies and on the radio. She became a top star in musicals, and as a recording artist, she released albums of musical diverse genres.

Responding to inquiries on why she had never married, Quintana said she was looking for a "complete gentleman" in her future husband. If she could meet this ideal of a man, she claimed, "I would get married and retire to the peace of home." She never married, as her life was cut short before she could meet her ideal man.

Quintana was struck by pancreatitis in the fall of 1967, which developed into kidney problems, necessitating dialysis. Released from the hospital in February 1968, Quintana returned to work, resuming her recording career. She also appeared in 50 chapters of the radio novella "El Hipócrita" for XEW, until she had to suspend her participation due to a renewal of her illness. She would require intermittent hospitalization until her death in the summer of 1968.

In June 1968, Quintana began seeking specialist care for her pancreatic and kidney problems. She considered going to the United States for treatment, including a possible kidney transplant, but at the beginning of August, she was again hospitalized. On August 8, 1968, Elvira Quintana suffered a cerebral embolism caused by hypertension related to her kidney problems and died at the age of 33.

It was rumored that her fatal illness was caused by the liquid silicone injections she had received. Enlarging the breast through silicone injections required silicone to be injected between the pectoral muscles of the chest wall and the back of the mammary tissues. The problems associated with injections led to the development of breast implants, although a direct cause-and-effect relationship with kidney disease has never been clearly established.

Her funeral was attended by many famous people who came to mourn the death of the beautiful actress. Three years after her death, Elvira Quintana's mother had a book of poetry written by her daughter published. "Poesías de Elvira Quintana" contains 200 poems written by Quintana, who had said that poetry-writing was one of her favorite pastimes.

Florinda Chico was born on 24 April 1926 in Don Benito, Badajoz, Extremadura, Spain. She was an actress, known for The House of Bernarda Alba (1987), Cría Cuervos (1976) and Jarrapellejos (1988). She was married to Santos Pumar. She died on 19 February 2011 in Madrid, Spain.

Luis Alcoriza was born on 5 September 1918 in Badajoz, Extremadura, Spain. He was a writer and director, known for Presagio (1974), Mecánica nacional (1972) and Tlayucan (1962). He was married to Janet Alcoriza. He died on 3 December 1992 in Cuernavaca, Morelos, Mexico.

During his adolescence, plays her first roles on stage. Gets his first starring role in 1931 with "Don Friolera horns" and then joins the company La Barraca de Federico García Lorca, where he remained until the eve of the Spanish Civil War. After Franco's victory, was exiled to Argentina. In Buenos Aires Tetra is linked to the environment to maintain its name, works in the company of Margarita Xirgu and get their first Argentine film offers. In 1957 he returned to Spain and subsequently worked steadily theater, film and television.

David Rocha was born on 16 April 1954 in Medina de las Torres, Badajoz, Spain. He is an actor, known for That Obscure Object of Desire (1977), The Killer of Dolls (1975) and Las aventuras de Enrique y Ana (1981).

Leonardo Antonio Ramírez Rodríguez (San Vicente de Alcántara, Badajoz, April 26, 1953), artistically known as Leonardo Dantés or Leonardo A at present, is a singer, showman and composer and one of the main characters of the Spanish "freak" world from the 90s and 00s television. Although he has a long musical career, Dantés is known for his 90s television appearances as a geek alongside other characters such as Carmen de Mairena, Tamara and El Pozi. With Tamara he would release "No Cambié" which was a success at the time and his musical career was conditioned to comic songs related to his status as a Freak, such as "Tiene nombres mil". After finishing his Freak stage on television, back in 2006. Dantés returned to his town, San Vicente de Alcántara, where he focused on his musical career although continuing to do occasional collaborations such as in Torrente 5: Operation Eurovegas and on television programs. He has recently published Bécquer y Yo, a musical album in which he pays tribute to the poems of Gustavo Adolfo Becquer

Tomás Martín was born on 20 November 1970 in Mérida, Badajoz, Extremadura, Spain. He is an actor, known for Jamón, Jamón (1992), El río que nos lleva (1989) and Corazón loco (1997).

José Gutiérrez Maesso was born on 10 June 1920 in Azuaga, Badajoz, Spain. He was a writer and producer, known for Triangle of Lust (1978), The Mean Machine (1973) and Sucedió en Sevilla (1955). He died on 1 August 2016.

María Ballesteros was born in 1981 in Frenegal de la Sierra, Badajoz, Extremadura, Spain. She is an actress and director, known for Epitafios (2014), Noise (2007) and May God Save Us (2016).

Javier Bañas was born in 1994 in Badajoz. He is an actor, known for The Old Guard (2020), Arknights (2019) and Fred & Rose West: A British Horror Story (2025).

Julio Daneri was born on 4 May 1896 in Badajoz, Extremadura, Spain. He was an actor, known for El último amor de Goya (1946), Romance de fieras (1954) and The Vampire (1957). He was married to Isabel Navarro Martínez. He died on 28 August 1957 in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico.

Francisco Maestre was born on 2 July 1957 in Mérida, Badajoz, Extremadura, Spain. He was an actor, known for The Devil's Backbone (2001), Barrio (1998) and Bad Education (2004). He died on 27 January 2011 in Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid, Spain.

Jaime Vaca was born on 24 March 1977 in Badajoz, Extremadura, Spain. He is a writer and producer, known for Elite (2018), Aula de castigo (2014) and Lluvia: Sóner records (2010).

Marc Romero was born on 13 October 1977 in Badajoz. He is a director and writer, known for 75 días (2020), Hora y veinte and Venganza (2002).

Primitivo Rojas was born in Puebla de Sancho Pérez, Badajoz, Extremadura, Spain. He is known for Double Feature (1984), Cervantes (1981) and ¡Qué vecinos tan animales! (1998).

Julián Quintanilla was born on 26 December 1975 in Badajoz, Extremadura, Spain. He is a director and writer, known for The Whole World (2016), Implicación (2004) and No pasa nada (2006).

Cristina Zapata is a Spanish actress, originally from Badajoz, Extremadura, recognized for her compelling performances in film and television. Raised alongside her twin sister, Marisa Zapata, in a close-knit family, she developed an early passion for the arts, nurtured through local theater and school productions. Though details of her formal education remain private, her dedication to honing her craft led her to pursue acting professionally in Spain's vibrant entertainment scene.

Zapata entered the industry in the late 2000s, quickly establishing herself with roles in horror and drama. Her breakthrough came with the critically acclaimed Veronica (2017), a chilling supernatural thriller directed by Paco Plaza, where her nuanced performance garnered attention. She further showcased her versatility in El horror de la dama del lago (2010), a Spanish horror film, and Roller Coaster (2012), a dramatic feature that highlighted her emotional depth. Collaborating often with her sister, Marisa, also an actress, Zapata has appeared in projects that emphasize their shared chemistry, earning praise for their dynamic on-screen presence.

Beyond acting, Zapata engages in painting, a hobby she credits for fueling her creativity, and supports local arts initiatives in Extremadura. Her commitment to authentic storytelling has resonated with audiences, contributing to the visibility of Spanish genre cinema. Zapata's work in Veronica, in particular, has left a lasting mark, with the film celebrated as a modern horror classic. Her ability to convey raw emotion continues to influence aspiring actors, solidifying her reputation as a dedicated artist in Spain's entertainment landscape.

Reyes Abades was born on 25 July 1949 in Castilblanco, Badajoz, Extremadura, Spain. He was an actor, known for Pan's Labyrinth (2006), Open Your Eyes (1997) and The Skin I Live In (2011). He died on 1 February 2018 in Madrid, Spain.

Arturo Marín was born on 26 September 1894 in Badajoz, Spain. He was an actor and writer, known for Fuenteovejuna (1947), Torbellino (1941) and Teatro Apolo (1950). He died on 13 March 1954 in Spain.

Jimmy Roca was born in Badajoz, Extremadura, Spain. He is known for El comisario (1999), Dos rivales casi iguales (2007) and El traje (2002).

José Vicente Moirón was born in 1966 in Badajoz, Badajoz, Extremadura, Spain. He is an actor, known for Piggy (2022), Los hombres de Paco (2005) and La Unidad (2020).

Enrique Díaz Indiano was born on 7 January 1898 in Valencia del Ventoso, Badajoz, Spain. He was an actor, known for 800 Leagues Over the Amazon (1959), El hombre que logró ser invisible (1958) and Las canciones unidas (1960). He was married to Encarnación Quintero and Andrea Palma. He died on 3 October 1970 in Mexico, D.F., Mexico.

Adelaida García Morales was born in 1945 in Badajoz, Badajoz, Extremadura, Spain. She was a writer, known for El Sur (1983) and Nueva narrativa española. 2ª parte (1991). She died on 22 September 2014 in Dos Hermanas, Seville, Andalucía, Spain.