Diego Luna Alexander, a talented individual born on December 29, 1979, in Mexico City, Mexico, to Alejandro Luna and Fiona Alexander, a costume designer. His father, a Mexican national, and his mother, a British national of Scottish and English descent, were his primary caregivers until his mother's untimely passing in a car accident when Diego was just two years old.
Following this tragic event, Diego became deeply involved in his father's passion for the entertainment industry, as Alejandro is renowned for his exceptional work as a theatre, cinema, and opera set designer in Mexico.
From a young age, Diego began his acting career, working in television, movies, and theatre. His first notable role was in the 1991 film "The Last New Year," followed by his appearance in the Mexican soap opera "El abuelo y yo" in 1992, alongside his childhood best friend and fellow actor Gael Garcia Bernal, who played the title role.
As Diego's acting career progressed, he continued to receive more significant roles in theatre, movies, and television. His breakthrough performance came in 2001 when he was cast in the critically acclaimed film "Y tu mamá también," once again alongside his close friend Gael García Bernal, playing the character Tenoch Iturbide.
Diego's star has continued to rise, and he has established himself as a prominent figure in the American entertainment industry. He has appeared in notable films such as "Vampires: Los Muertos" (2002) alongside Bon Jovi and the Oscar-winning "Frida" (2002).
In 2004, Diego starred in "Havana Nights: Dirty Dancing 2," the prequel to the iconic film "Dirty Dancing." He is currently working on various projects in both Latin America and the United States, solidifying his position as a talented and versatile actor.
