Personal details
- Birth Date: 1974-01-21
- Height: 5′ 3″ (1.60 m)
- Birth Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Parents: Héctor Alterio
- Professions: Actress
Malena Alterio, yeah, she’s got that wild energy you can’t ignore. Born in Buenos Aires back in ’74, but she’s pretty much become a staple in Spanish TV and film. Folks probably remember her most from “Aquí no hay quien viva,” that iconic sitcom where chaos is the main character, but Malena? She steals every scene with her sharp timing and that almost conspiratorial smirk. She just gets it, you know? In “Vergüenza,” she flips the script and shows this painfully awkward, almost cringe-inducing side of life, all with that deadpan humor only she can pull off. It’s amazing how she never falls into the same role twice—one day she’s the neighbor everyone loves to hate, the next she’s tossing you into a black comedy about embarrassment and social disaster. Then, there’s “Something Is About to Happen” from 2023, proof Malena’s far from slowing down. She’s matured, sure, but the spark’s still there. Watching her now, you get this sense she’s lived a thousand lives, and somehow channeling all of that into each character. There’s grit behind the goofiness, a realness that makes her relatable whether she’s in a slapstick scene or something way more subtle. Honestly, she’s not just a background player—she’s the kind of actress who shapes the whole vibe of whatever she’s in. Argentine roots, Spanish stardom, and a career that keeps surprising you. That’s Malena Alterio for you.
So, Malena Alterio—yeah, that last name should ring a bell if you’re even remotely into Spanish-Argentinian cinema—comes from a serious acting dynasty. Her dad? The legendary Héctor Alterio. Her brother? Ernesto, who’s practically everywhere from indie flicks to bigger Spanish productions. It’s like acting is woven into their family DNA, honestly. Malena didn’t just ride the coattails, though; she carved her own path in film and TV, especially in Spain. She’s got this knack for blending comedy and drama, never hamming it up, just nailing those little moments that make a character stick in your head. You catch her in one project, and you’ll start spotting her everywhere—she’s got that face and vibe you won’t forget. Growing up surrounded by all that talent probably helped, but she’s definitely got her own thing going.
January 21, 1974
5′ 3″ (1.60 m)
Konidela Ram Charan
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Héctor Alterio and Surekha
51 years old