Born in Gavà, Barcelona, she pursued acting at the Institut del Teatre in Barcelona before gaining recognition in Spanish cinema. Her breakthrough came in the 1999 film "All About My Mother," directed by Pedro Almodóvar. Known for her versatility, she has received multiple Goya Awards for roles in films such as "Te doy mis ojos" and "A Gun in Each Hand." She also stars in the acclaimed TV series "Hierro." Her career is marked by strong, complex characters and a commitment to Spanish film and television.