Diego Luna Height, Weight, Age, Girlfriend, Family, Facts, Biography

May 2024 · 5 minute read
Diego Luna Quick Info
Height5 ft 10 in
Weight75 kg
Date of BirthDecember 29, 1979
Zodiac SignCapricorn
Eye ColorDark Brown

Diego Luna is a Mexican actor, director, singer, and producer who is best know for portraying roles such as Tenoch Iturbide in Y Tu Mamá También, Lolo in Nicotina, Raul in Casa de Mi Padre, and Miguel Ángel Félix Gallardo in Narcos: Mexico. He has also appeared in numerous other TV shows and films such as Before Night Falls, A Sweet Scent of Death, Carambola, Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights, The Terminal, Criminal, Un mundo maravilloso, Rudo y Cursi, Elysium, The Book of Life, The Bad Batch, Blood Father, Berlin, I Love You, Trollhunters: Rise of the Titans, El premio mayor, American Dad!, 3Below: Tales of Arcadia, and Andor. Diego has also been featured in the music videos of songs such as Katy Perry‘s The One That Got Away and Mon Laferte’s El beso. For his acting skills, he has been honored with awards like the MTV Movie Award, Screen Actors Guild Award, Critics Choice Award, and Daytime Emmy Award.

Born Name

Diego Luna Alexander

Nick Name

Diego, Alexander García

Sun Sign

Capricorn

Born Place

Mexico City, Mexico

Nationality

Mexican

Occupation

Actor, director, producer

Family

Manager

William Morris Endeavor Entertainment.

Build

Slim

Height

5 ft 10 in or 178 cm

Weight

75 kg or 165 lbs

Girlfriend / Spouse

Diego Luna has dated –

  • Romola Garai (2003-2004) – Diego Luna started going out with English actress Romola Garai after having grown closer during the shooting of the movie, Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights (2004). But it didn’t last long as they separated after dating for about a year.
  • Ana Luisa (2004) – Diego was reported to be having an affair with actress Ana Luisa after they were pictured kissing each other on a cozy date.
  • Alice Braga (2005) – Luna started dating Brazilian actress Alice Braga in 2005 after having first met on the sets of the Mexican-Brazilian drama film, Only God Knows. In the interviews, Alice has called Diego someone special and credited him for inspiring her in her acting journey.
  • Caroline D’Amore (2005) – Luna had a short-lived affair with American actress, DJ, and former model Caroline D’Amore in 2005.
  • Paola Núñez (2006) – Diego started going out in the mid-2006 with actress Paola Nunez. However, they just had a short-termed romance.
  • Camila Sodi (2007-2013) – Diego first met his former wife Camila Sodi in 2007 while working together in the movie, The Night Buffalo. Soon after, they started dating and got married in February 2008. During the marriage, she was already pregnant with his first child, Jeronimo, born in August 2008. In July 2010, they welcomed a daughter, Fiona, who was named after Luna’s deceased mother. Their five-year-old marriage came to a surprise end in March 2013. It was reported that her decision to pursue a singing career was a sticking point but, he wanted her to be a stay-at-home mother. Furthermore, Diego had reportedly cheated on his wife.
  • Olga Segura (2013) – Luna was reported to have had a short-lived affair with actress and producer, Olga Segura after they were spotted during a cozy dinner date in Los Angeles.
  • Paulina Davila (2013-2015) – Diego started dating Colombian actress Paulina Davila in October 2013. Their affectionate display at the International Film Festival of Morelia further helped solidify rumors of the new relationship.
  • Suki Waterhouse (2015; 2017) – Diego made his relationship with English model Suki Waterhouse public in January 2017 with a very intimate and hands-on display while holidaying in Tulum, Mexico. They were pictured sharing a passionate smooch along with Diego sliding his hand in the back of her shorts. The couple had first sparked dating rumors in March 2015 when they met on a film set. In June 2017, they were seen at LAX walking together.
  • Race / Ethnicity

    Multiracial

    Diego is of Scottish and English descent on his mother’s side, while, has Mexican ancestry on his father’s side.

    Hair Color

    Dark Brown

    Eye Color

    Dark Brown

    Sexual Orientation

    Straight

    Distinctive Features

    Big ears

    Brand Endorsements

    Diego has been seen in commercials on –

    He has directed and produced some commercials like Honda Civic 2014 Coupe, Jarritos, etc.

    Religion

    Roman Catholicism

    Best Known For

    As a Singer

    Along with actress Zoe Saldana, he has performed No Matter Where You Are track for the film, The Book of Life.

    First Film

    Diego made his film debut in 1982 film Antonieta. His role is uncredited.

    First TV Show

    In 1989, Luna first appeared in the children’s telenovela Carrusel in the very first episode.

    Diego Luna Favorite Things

    Source – IMDb

    Diego Luna Facts

  • Along with actor Gael Bernal and producer Pablo Cruz, he has co-founded a production company named, Canana Films.
  • Diego’s mother, Fiona died in a car accident when he was 2 years old.
  • Along with Gael Bernal (childhood friend and actor), he has established a nonprofit organization, Ambulante A.C. to promote the production of documentaries and hosting festivals in the US and Mexico.
  • At the 2016 Cannes Films Festival, he was selected to the jury for the “Un Certain Regard” section of the film festival.
  • In early 2010, he became a part of the board of directors of the Washington Office on Latin America (WOLA).
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