Mexican-Canadian actress Emilia McCarthy De Antuñano has had an illustrious career, working with renowned directors such as Alejandro González Iñárritu and David Cronenberg, even before the age of 20. Her impressive resume boasts shared screen credits with A-list stars like Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett, Julianne Moore, Famke Janssen, Gael García, and Robert Pattison.
Emilia's journey in the entertainment industry began at a tender age of 7, when she landed her first role in the Golden Globe award-winning film "Babel" due to her physical resemblance to Elle Fanning and her proficiency in Spanish and American language and culture. Her dedication to acting has never been a fleeting passion, but a lifelong pursuit, and she finds true happiness when in front of the camera.
As a seasoned actor at a young age, Emilia's versatility and talent have been recognized by the industry, earning her numerous prestigious awards and nominations. Her television credits include starring roles in Disney Channel Original Movies "Zombies" and "Zapped," as well as series regular roles on Netflix's "Hemlock Grove," Nickelodeon's "Max & Shred," and Family Channel's "Dark Haven High."
Emilia's previous credits include a guest-starring role in the highly-rated CW series "Beauty and the Beast" and starring roles in made-for-TV Canadian movies "Booky's Crush" and "Booky & the Secret Santa." At the age of eight, she had the opportunity to act alongside Cate Blanchett and Gael García Bernal in the Golden Globe award-winning "Babel," a role she shared with Elle Fanning.
In addition to her film and television credits, Emilia has also had roles in various theatrical productions, including "Hairspray," "Aida," "Seussical Jr.," and "Tarantella Cabaret." Fluent in Spanish, French, and English, Emilia's life experiences allow her to effortlessly switch between cultural modes. Her ultimate goal is to become an accomplished and respected actress, and to eventually pass on her knowledge of the art of acting to young aspiring actors.
