14 Things You Need to Know About Alicia Sanz

"I am originally from Ceuta, which is a city of Spain BUT is actually located on the north coast of Africa and is border city with Morocco. So you could say I grew up surrounded by three different cultures."

"My astrological sign is Aries. Key traits of this sign I identify with are independent, optimistic, enthusiastic and courageous! BUT I can also be a little impulsive and impatient — also Aries characteristics."

"I learned how to speak English all by myself. I was taught French at school (and at home; my dad is a professor of French studies), so I did my best to learn it on my own time by watching movies and listening to music. "

"I’ve always wanted to be in the performing arts. As a kid, I would always find a way to perform something for my family — I would prepare songs and perform them. My grandmother would even make me costumes, making me feel like even more of a real entertainer that I would tip my hat to them expecting tips for my show!"

"Don’t ask me why, but I decided to perform at my first communion and sang Celine Dion’s “My Heart Will Go On.” Why I chose that song? I guess I just felt inspired to sing my heart out."

"I went through a bit of a rebellious phase as a teenager (who doesn’t?). Well, maybe my rebellion was more on the mild side, as the worst thing I did was sneak out at night to meet up with friends. I used one of my giant stuffed animals to fake it was me sleeping under the covers in case my parents checked in on me."

"I was so happy when I finally got my womanly curves! I used to be a super thin kid, so much that my classmates would make fun of me and call me “lollipop.” It made me feel insecure, but that’s just how my body was — what I would give now to have that same metabolism! Regardless, I embrace my body and like to stay fit and healthy."

"On that same note, even though I like junk food as much as the next person (I can’t get enough Cinnabons!), I feel my best when I eat clean and exercise. Living in LA is the best for exercising outdoors! I regularly like to go on hikes; it’s the most fun with friends. In Spain, I like to take boxing classes, helps get frustration out and works your entire body. I pack quite a punch!"

"I was lucky to learn Flamenco as a kid from a pro, as my aunt was a professional Flamenco dancer and singer. I learned all about the passion, the dedication and the true backbone that helps create the ambiance to this beloved tradition of Spanish dance. It’s one of my favorite dances and I loved having that experience with a fellow artist in the family!"

"As much as I love traditional dance, I am also a 90’s kid and was a fan of the Spice Girls! We used to perform their dances at school and I would always play “Ginger Spice.” I was so dedicated to my character, I even dressed up in her famous green dress."

"I have a serious sweet tooth. If I have chocolate in front of me, it’s really hard for me to have just one bite. If it’s a bar of chocolate, you better believe I will make it disappear in the blink of an eye. Also a good way to get on my good side — always have chocolate!"

"I’m not much of a drinker; my friends call me a "lightweight" all the time. I can have maybe one glass of wine and I’m done. I’m not a smoker either, and I can thank my dad for that, as the first time I ever tried a cigarette was with him when I was 14 years old — he knew I would hate it on the spot and never want to try again. He was right!"

"Roles I aspire to play are those such as Charlize Theron played in Monster or Penelope Cruz played in Vicky Christina Barcelona."

"The only time I ever considered quitting being an actress was when I was 15. My very first boyfriend was my whole universe and I contemplated for a minute not being an actor — and then I snapped right back. What was I thinking? Young love can be a powerful thing."