Salma Hayek

Salma Hayek…Although she had been acting in her native Mexico, it was Hayek’s move to Hollywood in

1991 that earned her worldwide recognition as a Mexican-American actress, director and producer. She

is best known for her role as Frida Kahlo in 2002 film Frida, for which she received numerous

nominations and awards. She is also an advocate for increasing awareness on violence against women

and discrimination against immigrants. She has testified before the U.S. Senate Committee supporting

the reauthoring of the Violence Against Women Act and is a board member of V-Day, a charity aimed at

ending violence against women and girls. . JAMMIN’ one oh one five recognizes Salma Hayek