Pedro Alonso

Pedro Alonso gained significant international recognition for his iconic role as Andrés ‘Berlin’ de Fonollosa in the Spanish heist series Money Heist (La Casa de Papel), which premiered on Antena 3 in 2017 before becoming a global phenomenon on Netflix. This breakout performance garnered him widespread critical acclaim, earning him the ‘International Star of the Year’ title by GQ Turkey in 2018 and the Best Supporting Actor award at the 27th Actors and Actresses Union Awards in 2018. Alonso honed his craft after graduating from the Royal School of Dramatic Arts (RESAD) in Madrid in 1992 and studying at the Teatro de la Danza. He established a robust presence in Galician television through leading roles in series such as Rías Baixas (2003–2005), Maridos e mulleres (2006–2008), and Padre Casares (2008–2015), as well as Gondar (2009).

He further showcased his dramatic range as Diego Murquía in Gran Hotel (2011–2013) and Lieutenant Cerezo in The Ministry of Time (2016) prior to his global success. Following the monumental success of Money Heist, Alonso continued to expand his diverse filmography with impactful roles. In 2018, he co-starred in Diablo Guardián, demonstrating his versatility across international productions. He then took on the role of Q in the critically acclaimed thriller The Silence of the Marsh in 2019, further solidifying his presence in genre cinema.

In 2023, he also starred as Vicente in the feature film Awareness, adding another significant performance to his compelling body of work. Pedro Alonso continues to be a highly sought-after talent, recognized for his profound ability to inhabit complex characters and deliver captivating performances across television and film. His career trajectory demonstrates a remarkable blend of critical success, global popularity, and artistic versatility, making him a compelling and marketable force in the international entertainment landscape as an actor, writer, and artist.