| Enrique Iglesias Mini-Bio |
Romantic balladeer, Enrique Iglesias, prayed as a child to become a popular singer, but his superstar father never knew about theyoung boy’s ambition. When Iglesias was old enough to make an audition tape, he mailed the samples to prospective record companies under an assumed name, fearful of prejudice in light of his father’s prominence in the recording industry. Talent and desire won out for Enrique Iglesias, and he signed a recording contract exclusively on his own merits, secure in the knowledge that he succeeded on talent and charisma, and without the use of his well–connected surname. Iglesias’s famous paternity became evident on the occasion of his first recorded release in 1995 under his true name of Iglesias. Regardless, the popular singer and songwriter settled into his career, confident at his ability to establish name recognition as Enrique (not Julio) Iglesias, through his personal musical style and appeal.
Enrique Iglesias was born Enrique Iglesias Preysler in Madrid, Spain, on May 8, 1975. He was the youngest of six siblings, three boys and three girls. His parents, Isabel Preysler and Julio Iglesias, divorced in 1979. Enrique Iglesias continued to live in Madrid with his mother, a Philippine–born journalist, until the early 1980s when Preysler received kidnap threats against her children. Reluctantly she sent the youngsters to the United States to live in Miami, Florida, with their superstar father. In Florida, Enrique Iglesias became enamored with water sports, especially wind–surfing; he also loved to water ski and scuba dive. By the time he was in his early teens he made regular summer trips to Hawaii where he lived a humble existence in a shack and spent his days windsurfing. Although the circumstances of his childhood kept him physically apartf rom his parents, the family nonetheless stayed in touch as much as was reasonably possible. His mother remained in Spain, while his father, an international singing idol, was seldom at home. In Miami the children were raised almost exclusively by a nursemaid, Elvira Olivares, who took the family under her wing and loved the children as her own. Later, when Enrique Iglesias released his first record album, he dedicated the work lovingly to Olivares.
| | Early Life | Iglesias was born in Huntington Station, on May 8th, 1975. the third and final child of Spanish singer Julio Iglesias and Filipina socialite and magazine journalist Isabel Preysler. He is of Filipino and Spanish descent. His parents divorced in 1978, and the following year their father moved to Miami, Florida to continue with his musical career.
In 1985, Iglesias' grandfather, Dr. Julio Iglesias Puga was kidnapped by the terrorist group ETA. Fearing for his grandchildren's safety, Enrique and his brother were sent to live with their father in Miami.[ He also lived in Belgrae, Serbia for one year with his mother, who worked as a journalist. Though his father's career kept him on the road, the young Iglesias was raised by the family nanny. In 1993 he graduated from Gullive Preparatory School and went on to study business at the University of Miami.
Enrique did not want his father to know about his plans for a musical career, and did not want his famous surname to help advance his career. Citing his early inspiration from his teenage lover, Christie Debler, Iglesias borrowed money from his family nanny, and he recorded a demo tape which consisted of one Spanish song and two English songs. Approaching his father's former publicist Fernan Martinez, the two shopped the demo tape under the stage name 'Enrique Martinez' with the backstory of being an unknown from Guatemala. Iglesias was signed by a then small indie record label called Fonovisa. Dropping out of college he went to Toronto, Ontario, Canada for six months to record his first album.
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| Vital Stats Enrique Iglesias Information: | | | Birth Name: Enrique Miguel Iglesias Preysler | | Birth Date: May 8, 1975 | | Birth Place: Madrid, Apain | | Star Sign: Taurus | Trade Mark: Known for the mole he had on his right cheek.
| | Eye color: Brown | | Height:6' 1½ | | Weight: 187 lbs. | | Shoe Size: 10 | Nickname(s):
Quique,
'E',
Kike,
El,
Super nova
| | Pets: Dog named Speed | | Education: Enrique Iglesias dropped out of University of Miami (studied Business Administration) | Family: Father: Julio Iglesias Mother: Isabel Preysler Brothers: Julio José Iglesias Sisters: Chabeli Iglesias Half Brothers: - Miguel Alejandro Iglesias (born 1997)
- Rodrigo Iglesias (born 1999)
Half twin sisters: - Cristina Iglesias (born 2001)
- Victoria Iglesias (born 2001)
Half-Sisters: - Tamara Falcó (from Enrique's mother side)
- Ana Boyer (from Enrique's mother side)
| | Drives: A porsche and Black SVU | | Last time he cried: Writing a song | | Resides in: Miami, Florida, USA | | Defects: Messy and never sticks to schedules | | Religion: Catholic | Political affiliation: Hollywood Steps Out For World Kidney Day
| | Personal interests/hobbies: |
| Charities/Causes:
- Hollywood Steps Out For World Kidney Day
- Star Sign Hardhats For Charity Auction
| Favorites:
Favorite Book: The Old Man and the Sea Favorite Author: Ernest Hemingway Favorite Lotion: Obssesion and the natural smells of the body. Favorite Color: Black and Grey Favorite Item of Clothing: His hats Favorite Foods: Anything Cuban, Pizza, Burgers, fries. Favorite Sport: Windsurfing in the caribbean. Favorite Body part: His Eyes Least Favorite Body part: His skinny legs | | Worst thing he ever did: Burnt his childhood dog. | | Bet you didn't know: Co-wrote "The Way" by Clay Aiken | | Famous duets: Lil Wayne, Whitney Houston, Kelis and Lionel Richie | Others:
~LIKES~ -my career -my few, but good, friends -my fans (I am amazed by the sacrifices they make to follow me and to be with me). -going out dancing at night and sleeping during the day -my blue hat -Volkswagen bug convertibles -watching 'Bloopers' on television -eating hamburgers and french fries -hiding backstage before a show and watching people come in -people (They're the most incredible thing!) -feeling like a winner -contact with my audience during my shows
~DISLIKES~ *going to my room after a show (At that time I feel terribly alone and I can't fall asleep). *when they say during a photo session, "This really is the last one!" *my father's reputation as a womanizer (I inherited his work ethic and his perseverance). *having a day off (Because I don't know what to do. I've had days without work, and I go crazy! I couldn't go on vacation for a month because I couldn't stand it. I feel like I'm wasting time, like I'm losing part of my life). *that the press keep putting me up against my father *cockroaches (I really can't stand them!) (being too sincere (It's my worst fault). *when someone picks on the way I am without even knowing me
~FIRSTS~ First love: at age 6.
First let down: His parents divorce First platonic love: Marilyn Monroe. First kiss: Very juicy! First thought of the day: What am I going to do today? First erotic dream: I can't say; it's a sin. First punishment: When I burned my dog. First sin: When I make that erotic dream come true! First hobby: Water sports. I love to surf! First wish: To be a singer; a dream I was able to see fulfilled. First virtue: I am persistent, a hard worker, and I put my whole heart into everything I do. First shortcoming: I am too stubborn. First dream come true: My record contract. First idol: Superman. | Filmography | Soundtrack:
- The Top 10 Perform (2008) TV episode (performer: "Hero")
- Episode #3.15 (2007) TV episode (performer: "Somebody's Me")
- Poop in the Pool (2008) TV episode (writer: "Do You Know? (The Ping Pong Song)") (performer: "Do You Know? (The Ping Pong Song)")
"Supermodelo 2006" (Spain: first season title)
"Supermodelo 2007" (Spain: second season title)
"Supermodelo 2008" (Spain: third season title)
- Episode #2.6 (2007) TV episode (performer: "Tired of Being Sorry")
"M13dos" (Mexico)
- Halve Finale (2007) TV episode (performer: "Could I have this kiss forever")
- Zoom (2006) (writer: "Hero") (performer: "Hero")
Zoom: Academy for Superheroes (USA: DVD title)
"Wege zum Glück" (Germany: new title)
Scooby-Doo 2: Monstres en liberté (Canada: French title)
- The Links (2004) TV episode (performer: "Addicted")
"Loving Again" (International: English title)
"Smallville Beginnings" (USA: rerun title)
"Smallville: Superman the Early Years" (UK: promotional title)
- Craving (2001) TV episode (performer: "Hero")
"El amor eres esperanza, nunca te olvidaré" (Mexico: complete title)
- Fools Rush In (1997) (writer: "Si Tu Te Vas") (performer: "Si Tu Te Vas")
Actor: H.I.M.Y.M" (USA: short title)
- We're Not from Here (2007) TV episode .... Gael
- Wait for It (2007) TV episode .... Gael
- Anteaters. They're Just Crazy-lookin (2007) TV episode .. Fernando
Archive Footage:
- Episode #13.233 (2009) TV episode (uncredited) .... Himself
- "Al rojo vivo con María Celeste"
- Episode dated 15 June 2007 (2007) TV episode .... Himself
- Objeto 5 (2007) TV episode .... Negro
- Episode #1.12 (2007) TV episode .... Himself
- Episode #1.4 (2007) TV episode .... Himself
- Isabel Preysler: Segundo capítulo (2007) TV episode .... Himself
- Episode #2.4 (2006) TV episode .... Himself - Accused
- Episode #1.18 (2006) TV episode .... Himself - Accused
- 50 y más (2005) (TV) .... Himself
- 101 Sexiest Celebrity Bodies (2005) (TV) .... Himself - place #68
- "La tierra de las 1000 músicas"
- Lo español en el mundo (2005) TV episode .... Himself
- Nuestra mejor canción (2004) (TV) .... Himself
- Episode #1.15 (2003) TV episode .... Himself
- Sex at 24 Frames Per Second (2003) (V) (uncredited) .... Himself
- "E! True Hollywood Story"
- Anna Kournikova (2003) TV episode .... Himself
- The Record of the Year 2002 (2002) (TV) .... Performe
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