Elsa Medianu: Spanish Model
Biography
Full Name: Elsa Lafuente Medianu
Professional Name: Elsa Pataky
Date of Birth: July 18, 1976
Place of Birth: Madrid, Spain
Nationality: Spanish
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Religion:
Christian
Profession: Actress, Model, Film Producer
Elsa Pataky is a Spanish actress and model best known internationally for her role as Elena Neves in the Fast & Furious film franchise. She is also recognized for her marriage to Australian actor Chris Hemsworth.
Height: 5 feet 3 inches (160 cm)
Weight:
Approximately 51 kg (112 lbs)
Studied journalism at the Universidad CEU San Pablo in Madrid
Also took acting classes at Teatro Cámara de Ángel Gutiérrez
While studying journalism, she decided to pursue acting and modeling, eventually becoming a well-known face in Spanish and international entertainment.
Father: José Francisco Lafuente – Spanish biochemist
Mother: Cristina Medianu – Romanian publicist
Spouse: Chris Hemsworth (m. 2010 – present)
Children: Three (a daughter, India Rose, and twin sons, Sasha and Tristan)
Elsa Pataky and Chris Hemsworth reside in Byron Bay, Australia, where they lead a relatively private and nature-oriented lifestyle.
Elsa Pataky began her acting career in Spain in the late 1990s, appearing in TV series such as Al salir de clase. She later transitioned into international films and gained recognition for her multilingual talent (she speaks Spanish, English, French, Italian, and Romanian).
Her international breakout role came with "Fast Five" (2011), in which she played Elena Neves, a Brazilian police officer. She reprized her role in several sequels of the Fast & Furious franchise.
Other film credits include:
Snakes on a Plane (2006)
Giallo (2009)
The Wine of Summer (2013)
Interceptor (2022) – in which she played the lead role and also served as executive producer
Elsa has also modeled for various fashion and beauty campaigns and appeared in numerous Spanish magazine covers.
As of 2024, Elsa Pataky's estimated net worth is around $50 million, which includes earnings from acting, modeling, endorsements, and film production.
Microfono de Oro Award (Spain) – for excellence in Spanish media
Bambi Award (shared) – as part of Fast & Furious cast in Germany
Recognition for her contributions to film and Spanish culture abroad
While Elsa hasn't won major international acting awards, she is celebrated for her versatile performances and contributions to global cinema.
