Who Is Daniela Santiago?
Daniela Santiago is a Spanish actress, model and writer from Málaga who found international recognition through a role that changed the direction of her career.
For years, Daniela dreamed about acting while working in other creative fields. Her opportunity finally arrived when she was cast as one of the actresses portraying Cristina Ortiz in the Spanish series Veneno.
The Role That Changed Everything
Veneno introduced Daniela to audiences far beyond Spain. Her performance earned widespread attention and helped establish her as a professional actress.
The success also opened new opportunities. Daniela went on to appear in Pedro Almodóvar's film Parallel Mothers, working alongside performers she had admired earlier in her life.
More Than One Role
Daniela has been clear that she does not want to be limited to transgender characters. For her, acting is about having the freedom to take on different people and different stories.
She has also expanded into writing. Her autobiographical book Mi pequeño mundo gave her the opportunity to tell her story in her own words.
Taking Her Place on Screen
Daniela spent years imagining herself as an actress before the right opportunity finally arrived. Instead of treating Veneno as the finish line, she used it as the beginning of a new professional chapter.
Her journey shows how one breakthrough can open the door, while talent and persistence determine what comes afterward.
Positive Video Story
Daniela discusses Veneno, acting and transgender representation in this verified FormulaTV interview. Importantly, she explains in her own words that she considers herself an actress first, rather than wanting a separate professional category.