Assumpta Serna

Assumpta Serna

67 · Born: Sep 16, 1957

Personal Details

BornSep 16, 1957 Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
Spouse
  • Scott Cleverdon

    ( May 3, 1993 to May 10, 2025 )
  • Carlos Tristancho

    ( May 5, 1982 to Aug 15, 1985 )
Parents
  • Juan Rodés Català
  • Asunción Serna Abella

Biography

Assumpta Serna is a highly acclaimed Spanish actress, recognized for her remarkable ability to deliver captivating performances in a wide variety of film and television productions, showcasing her remarkable talent and versatility as an artist.

Her impressive body of work includes a notable role as Sor Juana, a renowned Mexican religious scholar, in the highly acclaimed film "I, the Worst of All", which received widespread critical acclaim and recognition.

Moreover, she has appeared in several popular films, including "Nostradamus", "The Craft", and "Wild Orchid", each showcasing her remarkable range and ability to adapt to diverse roles and genres.

In addition to her work in film, Serna has also made a significant impact in television, starring in the ITV Richard Sharpe series, where she portrayed the fearless and formidable Teresa Moreno, a Peninsular War guerrilla commander, further demonstrating her impressive acting abilities and capacity to take on complex and demanding roles.

Born in the vibrant city of Barcelona, situated in the autonomous community of Catalonia, Spain, Assumpta Rodés Serna has made a remarkable name for herself in the entertainment industry, accumulating a diverse range of experiences and credits throughout her career. Her personal life is marked by a loving marriage to her co-star, Scott Cleverdon, with whom she shared the screen in the television drama "Sharpe's Company", a production that showcased their undeniable chemistry and acting prowess.

Assumpta Serna, a multifaceted individual with a profound impact on the world of entertainment, has successfully navigated a career that extends far beyond the realm of acting. Not only has she honed her craft as a talented thespian, but she has also emerged as a respected author and educator, leaving a lasting legacy in the process.

Through her written works, Serna has shared her vast knowledge of acting technique with the world, penning two seminal books that have become essential reading for aspiring actors. Her first book, "Screenacting", offers a comprehensive guide to the art of acting for the camera, while her second publication, "Monologues in VO", provides valuable insights and techniques for actors looking to hone their skills in the realm of voice-over work.

As an educator, Serna has taken her expertise to various acting schools and workshops, where she imparts her knowledge to the next generation of performers. Her courses on acting for camera, directing actors, and the script and the actor have proven to be highly informative and valuable, providing students with a deeper understanding of the craft and the industry.

In addition to her work as an author and educator, Serna has also made significant contributions to the world of Spanish entertainment as the president of AISGE (Actores e Intérpretes - Sociedad de Gestión de España),the principal actors' union in Spain. This esteemed position has granted her a unique platform to advocate for the rights and interests of Spanish actors, ensuring that their voices are heard and their talents are celebrated.

Throughout her career, Assumpta Serna has consistently demonstrated a passion for the art of acting and a commitment to sharing her knowledge with others. Her dedication to her craft and her industry has earned her a reputation as a respected and accomplished individual, and her contributions to the world of entertainment will undoubtedly be felt for years to come.

Assumpta Serna's remarkable linguistic prowess is a testament to her extraordinary aptitude for language, as she possesses the ability to converse fluently in no less than six distinct languages, including English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Catalan, and Spanish.

Career

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2018
{"id":223611,"title":"Bernarda","year":"2018","character":"Bernarda","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/bernarda","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_223611.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_223611.jpg"},"released":1}
Bernarda
Bernarda as Bernarda
{"id":190748,"title":"Behold the Monkey","year":"2016","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/behold-the-monkey","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_190748.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_190748.jpg"},"released":1}
2016
{"id":1375,"title":"Borgia","year":2011,"character":"Vannozza Catanei","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/borgia","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/3nlbrdt8tpi0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/3nlbrdt8tpi0.jpg"},"released":1}
2011
Borgia
Borgia as Vannozza Catanei
{"id":9462,"title":"Uncertainty","year":"2009","character":"Sylvia Montero","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/uncertainty","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/53v5g92dvu50.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/53v5g92dvu50.jpg"},"released":1}
2009
Uncertainty
Uncertainty as Sylvia Montero
{"id":48947,"title":"The PianoTuner of EarthQuakes","year":"2005","character":"Assumpta","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-pianotuner-of-earthquakes","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_48947.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_48947.jpg"},"released":1}
2005
{"id":103850765,"title":"Henry VIII","year":2003,"character":"Catherine of Aragon","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/henry-viii-2003","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103850765.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103850765.jpg"},"released":1}
2003
Henry VIII
Henry VIII as Catherine of Aragon
{"id":53933,"title":"The Journeyman","year":"2001","character":"Cleopatra","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-journeyman","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_53933.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_53933.jpg"},"released":1}
2001
The Journeyman
The Journeyman as Cleopatra
{"id":54299,"title":"Bullfighter","year":"2000","character":"Ahandra \/ Allison","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/bullfighter","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_54299.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_54299.jpg"},"released":1}
2000
Bullfighter
Bullfighter as Ahandra / Allison
{"id":93107,"title":"Kiss & Tell","year":"1997","character":"Dr. Monica DeBirdy","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/kiss-tell-1997","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_93107.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_93107.jpg"},"released":1}
1997
Kiss & Tell
Kiss & Tell as Dr. Monica DeBirdy
{"id":56867,"title":"Sharpe: The Legend","year":"1997","character":"Teresa","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/sharpe-the-legend","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_56867.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_56867.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":4573,"title":"The Craft","year":"1996","character":"Lirio","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-craft","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/535kgnoci760.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/535kgnoci760.jpg"},"released":1}
1996
The Craft
The Craft as Lirio
{"id":57268,"title":"Managua","year":"1996","character":"Martha","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/managua","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_57268.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_57268.jpg"},"released":1}
Managua
Managua as Martha
{"id":9910,"title":"The Shooter","year":"1995","character":"Marta","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-shooter","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_9910.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_9910.jpg"},"released":1}
1995
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One Hundred and One Nights
One Hundred and One Nights as Mute Actress in Hollywood
{"id":79837,"title":"Shortcut to Paradise","year":"1994","character":"Mar\u00eda","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/shortcut-to-paradise","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_79837.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_79837.jpg"},"released":1}
1994
{"id":8863,"title":"Nostradamus","year":"1994","character":"Anne","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/nostradamus","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_8863.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_8863.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":215603,"title":"Day of Reckoning","year":"1994","character":"Marissa","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/day-of-reckoning-1994","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_215603.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_215603.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":12652,"title":"Sharpe","year":"1994","character":"Comandante Teresa Moreno","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/sharpe-1994-2","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_12652.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_12652.jpg"},"released":1}
Sharpe
Sharpe as Comandante Teresa Moreno
{"id":58008,"title":"Sharpe","year":"1994","character":"Comandante Teresa Moreno","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/sharpe-1994-1","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_58008.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_58008.jpg"},"released":1}
Sharpe
Sharpe as Comandante Teresa Moreno
{"id":58517,"title":"Sharpe","year":"1993","character":"Comandante Teresa Moreno","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/sharpe-1993-1","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_58517.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_58517.jpg"},"released":1}
1993
Sharpe
Sharpe as Comandante Teresa Moreno
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Sharpe
Sharpe as Comandante Teresa Moreno
{"id":103835959,"title":"Sharpe","year":1993,"character":"Teresa Moreno","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/sharpe","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/27ia33ho0mg0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/27ia33ho0mg0.jpg"},"released":1}
Sharpe
Sharpe as Teresa Moreno
{"id":59302,"title":"Chain of Desire","year":"1992","character":"Cleo","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/chain-of-desire","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_59302.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_59302.jpg"},"released":1}
1992
{"id":185360,"title":"Revolver","year":"1992","character":"Countess Angela Rossetti","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/revolver-1992","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_185360.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_185360.jpg"},"released":1}
Revolver
Revolver as Countess Angela Rossetti
{"id":221986,"title":"The Fencing Master","year":"1992","character":"Adela de Otero","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-fencing-master","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_221986.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_221986.jpg"},"released":1}
The Fencing Master
The Fencing Master as Adela de Otero
{"id":103839460,"title":"Drug Wars: The Cocaine Cartel","year":1992,"character":"Judge Christina Soto","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/drug-wars-the-cocaine-cartel","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103839460.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103839460.jpg"},"released":1}
Drug Wars: The Cocaine Cartel
Drug Wars: The Cocaine Cartel as Judge Christina Soto
{"id":5085,"title":"Wild Orchid","year":"1989","character":"Hanna Munch","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/wild-orchid","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_5085.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_5085.jpg"},"released":1}
1989
Wild Orchid
Wild Orchid as Hanna Munch
{"id":8530,"title":"Falcon Crest","year":1988,"character":"Anna Cellini","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/falcon-crest","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_8530.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_8530.jpg"},"released":1}
1988
Falcon Crest
Falcon Crest as Anna Cellini
{"id":120683,"title":"Matador","year":"1986","character":"Mar\u00eda","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/matador","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_120683.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_120683.jpg"},"released":1}
1986
Matador
Matador as María
{"id":226198,"title":"Sweet Hours","year":"1982","character":"Berta, the actress \/ Teresa, Juan's mother","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/sweet-hours","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_226198.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_226198.jpg"},"released":1}
1982
Sweet Hours
Sweet Hours as Berta, the actress / Teresa, Juan's mother
{"id":218867,"title":"Patrimonio nacional","year":"1981","character":"(uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/patrimonio-nacional","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_218867.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_218867.jpg"},"released":1}
1981
Patrimonio nacional
Patrimonio nacional as (uncredited)
{"id":216519,"title":"L'orgia","year":"1978","character":"Montse","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/lorgia","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_216519.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_216519.jpg"},"released":1}
1978
L'orgia
L'orgia as Montse