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Penélope Cruz: Health scares changed my perspective
8 Jul
Summary
- Cruz experienced multiple scares related to potential brain aneurysms.
- She views women's health as a critical issue, not an afterthought.
- Her role in 'The Invite' allowed discussion of perimenopause.
Actress Penélope Cruz has spoken candidly about experiencing multiple health scares, including concerns about potential brain aneurysms, which have significantly altered her outlook on work and aging.
One recent scare, which occurred while filming 'La Bola Negra' in 2026, was ultimately a false alarm. Cruz described the surreal experience of performing a song-and-dance number while facing such a serious health possibility, a moment she stated would remain with her lifelong.
These health incidents have underscored for Cruz the importance of well-being, prompting her to advocate for women's health to be treated as a primary concern. She noted that as she approaches her fifties, the range of roles available to her remains robust, contrary to her earlier fears about aging.
Cruz's role as a therapist in Olivia Wilde's film 'The Invite' offered a platform to integrate discussions on women's hormones and perimenopause. She proposed adding a scene about perimenopause, arguing that a character discussing sex should also openly address the physical and hormonal changes women undergo.
