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Diego Luna

Diego Luna is a Mexican actor, director, and producer known for his work in film and television.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Diego Luna is a Mexican actor, director, and producer known for his work in film and television. He gained international recognition for *Y tu mamá también* and later appeared in projects including *Rogue One: A Star Wars Story*, *Andor*, and *Narcos: Mexico*.

Early life

Diego Luna Alexander was born on December 29, 1979, in Toluca, Estado de Mexico, Mexico. He is the son of Mexican set designer Alejandro Luna and British costume designer Fiona Alexander. He grew up in Mexico and began acting at a young age.

Career

Luna first became known in Mexican telenovelas and films, then reached international attention with *Y tu mamá también* in 2001. He later appeared in Hollywood films and television, including *The Terminal*, *Milk*, *Rogue One: A Star Wars Story*, *Narcos: Mexico*, and *Andor*.

Production and directing

In addition to acting, sources describe Luna as a director and producer. He is also identified as a co-founder of Canana Films in some sources.

Personal life

Public biographies note that Luna was married to actress Camila Sodi from 2008 to 2013 and that they have two children.

Key facts

  • Diego Luna is a Mexican actor, director, and producer.
  • He was born on December 29, 1979, in Toluca, Mexico.
  • He gained international fame with *Y tu mamá también* (2001).
  • He is widely known for playing Cassian Andor in *Rogue One: A Star Wars Story* and *Andor*.
  • He also had major roles in *The Terminal*, *Milk*, and *Narcos: Mexico*.
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Canadian context

Canadian audiences know Luna through widely distributed films and series such as *Rogue One: A Star Wars Story*, *Milk*, and *Narcos: Mexico*, which have been available in Canada through major theatrical and streaming releases.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Diego Luna?
Diego Luna is a Mexican actor, director, and producer known for international film and television roles.
When was Diego Luna born?
He was born on December 29, 1979.
What is Diego Luna best known for?
He is best known for *Y tu mamá también*, *Rogue One: A Star Wars Story*, *Andor*, and *Narcos: Mexico*.
Where was Diego Luna born?
Sources list Toluca, Estado de Mexico, Mexico, though some biographical pages also mention Mexico City.
What are Diego Luna's parents' professions?
His father, Alejandro Luna, was a set designer, and his mother, Fiona Alexander, was a costume designer.
Was Diego Luna married?
Yes. He was married to actress Camila Sodi from 2008 to 2013.

References

  1. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0526019/bio/
    Supports: Birth date, birth name, birthplace, parents, height
  2. Tribute.ca — https://www.tribute.ca/people/biography/diego-luna/8757/
    Supports: Early career, breakthrough, awards mention, birthplace
  3. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diego_Luna
    Supports: Early career and breakthrough in Y tu mamá también
  4. All American Speakers — https://www.allamericanspeakers.com/celebritytalentbios/Diego+Luna/403408
    Supports: Actor/director/producer description and family background
  5. Biography.com — https://www.biography.com/actors/diego-luna-alexander
    Supports: Career highlights including The Terminal, Milk, Rogue One, Narcos: Mexico
  6. Wikipedia (Portuguese) — https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diego_Luna
    Supports: Canana Films and production background
  7. TV Guide — https://www.tvguide.com/celebrities/diego-luna/bio/3000029521/
    Supports: Birth name, birthplace, profession
  8. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/de/name/nm0526019/bio/
    Supports: Marriage to Camila Sodi and selected filmography