Caterina Murino, a talented actress, was born on September 15, 1977, in the beautiful city of Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy. Her journey in the world of entertainment began in 1996 when she participated in the Miss Italy contest, ultimately securing a respectable fourth place.
Following her stint in the pageant, Murino relocated to Milan, where she started her modeling career, appearing in commercials for renowned brands such as MasterCard, Swatch, Mercedes-Benz, and Nescafe, among others. This exposure led to her becoming a sought-after model, gracing various advertising campaigns.
In 1999, Murino enrolled in the Scuola di Cinema e Teatro di Francesca de Sapio in Italy, where she honed her acting skills. Her stage debut came in the same year with a production of "Richard III," and she went on to appear in several Italian-language plays.
Murino's breakthrough in film and television came in 2002, when she started landing bit parts in Italian, German, and French productions. Her big break arrived in 2004, when she co-starred alongside Jean Reno in the French comedy "The Corsican File."
This multifaceted actress is trilingual, fluently speaking French, English, and Italian. Her impressive range of talents includes singing, dancing tango, flamenco, and oriental dances, as well as horseback riding. Her versatility and athleticism have made her a sought-after actress in the industry.
Murino's international recognition soared in 2006 when she played the role of Solange, one of three Bond girls, opposite Daniel Craig in the James Bond film "Casino Royale."