Ester Expósito Biography: Boyfriend, Net Worth, Age, Parents, Height, Tribe, Elite, Movies, TV Shows

Biography

Ester Expósito Gayoso, born January 26, 2000, in Madrid, Spain, is a Spanish actress and model best known for her role as Carla Rosón Caleruega in Netflix’s teen drama Elite (2018–2020).

With a passion for acting from a young age, she began her career in theater, winning the Madrid Theater Awards for Best Actress in 2013 and 2015. Expósito debuted on television in 2016 with roles in Centro Médico and Vis a Vis, later gaining international fame through Elite.

Her filmography includes When Angels Sleep (2018), Venus (2022), and Netflix series like Someone Has to Die (2020) and Veneno (2020). A prominent figure with over 26 million Instagram followers, she is also an advocate for feminist causes.

Spanish actress
Ester Expósito
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Ester Expósito Gayoso
Stage Name:	Ester Expósito
Born:	26 January 2000 (age 25 years old)
Place of Birth:	Madrid, Spain
Nationality:	Spanish
Education:	N/A
Height:	165 cm
Parents:	Inma del Moral, Javier Bardem
Siblings:	Esmeralda Moya, Jaime Olías, Gabriel Guevara, Nicole Wallace
Spouse:	Not Married
Boyfriend • Partner:	Santiago Ormeño (2021), Alejandro Speitzer (2020), Álvaro Rico, Karim Benzema (rum.), Kylian Mbappé (rum.)
Children:	N/A
Occupation:	Actress • TV Personality
Net Worth:	$1 million-$2 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Ester Expósito Gayoso was born on January 26, 2000, in Madrid, Spain. She is of Spanish ethnicity with Hispanic heritage, with family roots in Viveiro, Galicia, where she occasionally visits to reconnect with friends and enjoy the coastal environment. Her religious beliefs are reportedly Christian.

Her parents are Inma del Moral (mother) and Javier Bardem (father). She has four siblings: an older sister, Esmeralda Moya; an older brother, Jaime Olías; a younger brother, Gabriel Guevara; and a younger sister, Nicole Wallace.

Expósito’s passion for acting emerged early, with a clear ambition to pursue it professionally by age four. At the age of six, she enrolled with the Lucia Casting Agency and began her theater training, laying the groundwork for her career.

She completed her high school education in Madrid at age 16 and pursued further acting training, including workshops at the Juan Codina acting school. Her early theater performances were notable, earning her Madrid Theater Awards for Best Actress in 2013 and 2015, which highlighted her talent before she transitioned to screen roles.

Career

Ester Expósito, one of Spain’s most prominent young actresses, began her acting career in theater at an early age.

Her passion for performance led to early acclaim, earning Best Actress awards at the Madrid Theater Festival in both 2013 and 2015. These accolades laid the foundation for her transition to television and film, where she would later achieve international fame.

Her screen debut came in 2016 with a guest role in the Spanish medical drama Centro Médico. That same year, she landed a supporting role in the hit crime series Vis a Vis (Locked Up), playing the daughter of Fernando—her first significant television appearance. In 2017, she appeared in the TV film Mayagüez, followed by a recurring role in the historical drama La Catedra de la Bestia in 2018, which helped her gradually build her reputation in the Spanish acting scene.

Expósito’s breakthrough role arrived in 2018 when she was cast as Carla Rosón Caleruega in Netflix’s teen thriller Elite. Her performance as the sophisticated, enigmatic Carla—both manipulative and emotionally complex—earned her widespread praise and turned her into a global sensation. Appearing in the first three seasons (2018–2020), her compelling portrayal contributed significantly to the show’s international success, which blended mystery, romance, and social issues.

While starring in Elite, Expósito made her feature film debut in the 2018 Spanish thriller When Angels Sleep, playing Silvia, a teenager entangled in a deadly accident. In 2020, she starred in the Netflix miniseries “Someone Has to Die” (Alguien tiene que morir), a period drama set in conservative 1950s Spain, where she played Cayetana. This role explored themes of family pressure and societal expectations.

That same year, she appeared in Veneno, the acclaimed biographical series about transgender icon Cristina Ortiz, showcasing her range with a strong supporting performance.

In 2021, Expósito took on the lead role in the horror-comedy Venus, directed by Jaume Balagueró, where she portrayed Lucía, a dancer trapped in a disturbing supernatural ordeal. Her chilling performance was praised for its intensity and emotional depth. She followed this with a starring role in Rainbow (Arcoíris), a modern reimagining of The Wizard of Oz, released in 2022.

In 2022, she also appeared in the Spanish teen comedy series Tú no eres nada especial (You’re Nothing Special), further diversifying her TV portfolio. Her most recent major role came in 2024’s Bandidos, an action-thriller series where she played Liliana, highlighting her ability to handle physically demanding, action-oriented characters.

Beyond acting, Ester Expósito has become a fashion and cultural icon, collaborating with luxury brands like Yves Saint Laurent and Bulgari. With over 26 million Instagram followers as of 2023, she is not only a celebrity but a global influencer—known for her advocacy of feminist causes and her strong presence in the Spanish-speaking entertainment world.

From a theater prodigy to an internationally recognized Netflix star, Ester Expósito‘s career reflects her versatility, screen presence, and cross-genre talent. Whether portraying the glamorous Carla in Elite or the haunted Lucía in Venus, she continues to establish herself as a leading figure in Spanish cinema and television, with a promising future on the global stage.

Social Media

• Instagram: Ester (@ester_exposito)
• Wikipedia: Ester Expósito
• IMDb: Ester Expósito
• Facebook: Ester Expósito

Personal Life

Ester Expósito Gayoso was born on January 26, 2000, in Madrid, Spain, making her 25 years old as of June 20, 2025. She has never been married, has no husband, and has not been previously engaged. She has no children, according to multiple sources.

Expósito stands at 5 feet 5 inches (165 cm) tall, though some sources report her height as 5 feet 4 inches (164 cm) or 5 feet 6 inches (166 cm), with a slim build and body measurements often cited as 32-24-33 inches, contributing to her modeling career.

Known to keep her personal life private, some relationships have been reported. She was romantically linked to her Elite co-star Álvaro Rico, who played Polo, from 2018 to 2019. They met on the set of the Netflix series and were seen together in cozy Instagram posts. However, the reason for their breakup in October 2019 was undisclosed.

In March 2020, she began dating Mexican actor Alejandro Speitzer, her co-star in Someone Has to Die, as confirmed by a photo of them cuddling on Instagram in May 2020. Their current status is unclear as of 2025, with some suggesting they may have parted ways.

A brief rumor in April 2021 linked her to Peruvian footballer Santiago Ormeño, described as a possible hookup but unconfirmed. Unverified rumors also connected her to footballers Karim Benzema and Kylian Mbappé, but no evidence supports these claims.

As of now, Expósito is reportedly single, though she may be dating privately.

Net Worth

Ester Expósito’s net worth is estimated to range between $1 million and $2 million, primarily earned through her acting career, notably her role as Carla Rosón Caleruega in Netflix’s Elite (2018–2020) and films like When Angels Sleep (2018) and Venus (2022).

Additional income comes from modeling, brand endorsements with Yves Saint Laurent and Bulgari, as well as her social media presence, which boasts over 26 million Instagram followers.

Some unverified sources claim higher figures, like $102.3 million, but these are likely exaggerated, tied to speculative family wealth or inflated influencer valuations. Her annual income is estimated at around $300,000, reflecting her success as a prominent Spanish actress and model.

Filmography

Television Series

• Centro Médico (2016) – Rosa Martín (1 episode)
• Vis a Vis (Locked Up) (2016, 2018) – Fernando’s Daughter (2 episodes)
• Estoy Vivo (2017) – Ruth (Recurring role, Season 1, 8 episodes)
• Élite (2018–2020) – Carla Rosón Caleruega (Main role, Seasons 1–3, 24 episodes)
• La Caza. Monteperdido (2019) – Lucía Castán Grau (7 episodes)
• Someone Has to Die (Alguien Tiene Que Morir) (2020) – Cayetana Aldama (Main role, Miniseries, 3 episodes)
• Veneno (2020) – Machús Osinaga (Recurring role, Miniseries, Atresplayer Premium)
• Élite: Short Stories (2021) – Carla Rosón Caleruega (3 episodes)
• You’re Nothing Special (Tú No Eres Nada Especial) (2022) – (Role not specified, Main role)
• Bandidos (2024) – Liliana (Main role, Netflix series)
• La Isla Bonita (TBA, announced 2022) – (Role not specified, irreverent dramedy set in Ibiza)

Films

• La Mediadora (2015) – (Short film, minor role)
• May God Save Us (2016) – (Minor role, removed from final cut)
• When Angels Sleep (Cuando los Ángeles Duermen) (2018) – Silvia (Lead role)
• Your Son (Tu Hijo) (2018) – Andrea (Lead role)
• You Keep the Kids! (Mamá o Papá) (2020) – Claudia (Supporting role)
• Venus (2021) – Lucía (Lead role, horror film)
• Rainbow (Arcoíris) (2022) – (Role not specified, modern take on The Wizard of Oz)
• Lost in the Night (2023) – (Role not specified)
• Cristina a Través del Espejo (TBA) – (Role not specified)

Music Videos

• Danna Paola – “Oye Pablo” (2019) – Featured appearance

Other Projects

• Participated in advertising campaigns, including a childhood ad for a mineral water brand with her mother.
• Featured in Omar Ayyashi’s exposition project (February 11–March 14, 2021), supporting feminist causes.
• Brand ambassador for Yves Saint Laurent, Bulgari, and promotional campaigns like “Silver Kiss” perfume tied to Rainbow (2022).