Maya Sansa

Maya Sansa

50 · Born: Sep 25, 1975

Personal Details

BornSep 25, 1975 Rome, Lazio, Italy

Biography

Maya Sansa, a talented actress of Italian and Iranian heritage, was born in Rome in 1975. Her early life was marked by a unique circumstance, as she didn't meet her father until the age of 15, having spent her childhood and adolescence living with her mother in Rome. This pivotal moment in her life likely had a profound impact on her development and worldview.

As a teenager, Maya made the bold decision to relocate to London, where she would spend many formative years. Her time in the British capital would ultimately lead her to graduate from the prestigious Guildhall School of Music and Drama in 1999. This educational background would serve as a solid foundation for her future endeavors in the entertainment industry.

Maya's professional journey began in 1999 with her film debut in the movie "The Nanny". Her outstanding performance in this role would go on to earn her numerous accolades, including the Italian Golden Globe award for Best Breakthrough Actress and the Golden Ciak award for Best Supporting Actress. These prestigious awards not only recognized Maya's exceptional talent but also cemented her status as a rising star in the world of cinema.

Career

2022
My Night
My Night as Doctor
2021
Security
Security as Claudia Raffaelli Santini
Sisters in Arms
Sisters in Arms as Mother Sun
2018
Collateral
Collateral as Berna Yalaz
2017
L'échange des princesses
L'échange des princesses as Elisabeth Farnese
2013
2012
The Lithium Conspiracy
The Lithium Conspiracy as Valeria Petri
2010
2008
Einstein
Einstein as Mileva Marić
Female Agents
Female Agents as Maria Luzzato
2006
In ascolto
In ascolto as Francesca
2004
2003
The Best of Youth
The Best of Youth as Mirella Utano