In the glittering world of Hollywood, few stars shine as brightly—and as mysteriously—as Ana de Armas. From her breakout role in Knives Out to portraying Marilyn Monroe in Blonde, Ana has carved out a unique space for herself in global cinema. But while fans adore her on screen, there’s a lot more to her than just talent and beauty. Behind that striking face and effortless charm lie some truly unexpected quirks.
So, whether you are a longtime fan or just curious to know more about her, here are 10 weird and true facts about Ana de Armas that might surprise you.
1. She Didn’t Speak English Until Her Mid-20s
On the ground of truth, Ana de Armas got her first English-speaking part in Knock Knock without knowing English. She did her lines phonetically, and at the same time, she was learning the language—definitely a daring move with a great outcome. Imagine you are in a Hollywood production with barely a grasp of the script!
2. Ana Was a Child Without the Internet or Cable TV
Growing up in Cuba, Ana had almost no internet or cable access, and no DVDs either, during her childhood. She got only about 20 minutes of cartoons a day. That is quite the opposite of the screen-immersed lives most actors start living when they are kids!
3. She Had to Cut Her Hair for a Gig—And She Was Mad at the Time
In the shooting of Blade Runner 2049, Ana was required to cut her long brown hair short. Though she looked amazing, she later confessed that she was very upset with the haircut and yearned for her hair to grow back fast.
4. She Got Married at Just 18
When she was 18 years old, Ana married Spanish actor Marc Clotet. The marriage wasn’t long-lasting, and it ended with a divorce two years later. It’s something she rarely mentions.
5. She Loves Dogs to Death—But Doesn’t Always Have One
Even though she has been photographed cuddling with animals and has posted pictures on Instagram, Ana has a heavy travel schedule that is the reason why she doesn’t always have a dog of her own. Yet she frequently dog-sits for friends and visits shelters just to hang out with the pups.
6. Ana Once Got Injured… While Laughing
During a press encounter, Ana disclosed that she pulled a back muscle after laughing too hard and and consequently had to take some painkillers and rest for a few days. Who knew laughing could be so risky?
7. Her Childhood Dream? Becoming a Painter
Before acting came into the picture, Ana wanted to be a painter. She even considered applying to art school. Somewhere in an old sketchbook, there’s probably an Ana de Armas original we’d all pay good money to see.
8. She Doesn’t Watch Her Own Movies
This might sound odd, but Ana avoids watching herself on screen. She finds it uncomfortable and prefers not to overanalyze her performances. “Once it’s done, it’s out of my hands,” she said.
9. Ana Eats Her Pizza with a Knife and Fork
Forget New York-style slices! Ana prefers her pizza knife-and-fork style, even if it raises eyebrows. Maybe it’s a European habit… or just her classy Cuban-Spanish upbringing.
10. She’s Been Mistaken for Marilyn Monroe—Even Before Playing Her
Even before starring in Blonde, fans and paparazzi had pointed out her resemblance to the iconic Hollywood legend. Some even confused paparazzi photos of Ana for throwback pics of Marilyn—talk about foreshadowing!
Final Thoughts
Ana de Armas is more than just a pretty face in Hollywood. Her way from Cuba to international fame has been full of unexpected events, quirky characters, and courageous decisions.
These strange little facts don’t just make her interesting—they make her real. And maybe that’s why so many people around the world are drawn to her.