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Penélope Cruz's Terrifying Near-Death Health Scare on Set
23 May
Summary
- Cruz experienced a sudden fear of a brain aneurysm before a night shoot.
- She thought she was dying but received reassuring medical news later.
- Cruz praised her 'Black Ball' team for their support during the ordeal.
Oscar-winning actress Penélope Cruz recently detailed a terrifying health scare that occurred while she was on the set of her latest film, 'The Black Ball'. Speaking at the Cannes Film Festival, Cruz revealed that she was informed of a potential brain aneurysm concern just moments before she was scheduled to film a critical night sequence.
The actress described the surreal experience, stating, "When we were about to go out, I was putting on my wig, and they said, 'Oh, apparently you have some brain aneurysm.' I thought I was about to die." This unexpected news left her deeply shaken, believing she was facing a serious medical emergency.
However, subsequent medical examinations delivered reassuring news, clearing her to continue her work. The incident, though brief, left a significant impact on Cruz. She emphasized the importance of sharing such experiences and expressed profound gratitude for the support she received from the cast and crew of 'The Black Ball'.
Cruz also discussed her role as Nene, a cabaret singer, in the film, explaining that her project choices are driven by emotional and artistic connection rather than the size of the role. She highlighted that the film's focus on LGBTQ+ experiences and social issues, particularly equality and fairness, strongly resonated with her personal values.
