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Elizabeth Peña: Biography, Facts and Career

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Elizabeth Peña
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Elizabeth Maria Peña (September 23, 1959 – October 14, 2014) was an American actress. Her film credits include Down and Out in Beverly Hills (1986), Batteries Not Included, La Bamba (both 1987), Jacob's Ladder (1990), Rush Hour (1998), and Nothing like the Holidays (2008). Peña won the 1996 Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Female and a Bravo Award for Outstanding Actress in a Feature Film for her work in Lone Star (1996). She also voiced Rosa Santos in the animated television series Maya & Miguel (2004-2007) and Mirage in the animated film The Incredibles (2004).

Quick facts about Elizabeth Peña

  • Full name: Elizabeth Peña
  • Born: 1959-09-23
  • Nationality: United States
  • Known as: Actor
  • Wikidata ID: Q262267

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Who is Elizabeth Peña?

Elizabeth Maria Peña (September 23, 1959 – October 14, 2014) was an American actress.

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Elizabeth Peña was born on 1959-09-23.

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