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  • Monday, 01 June 2026

Penélope Cruz: 'I thought I was about to die' on set

Spanish star Penélope Cruz, 52, shared a harrowing health scare on the set of her latest film, 'The Black Ball,' at Cannes. A doctor initially warned her of a possible brain aneurysm while preparing for a demanding performance. Medically cleared the next day, Cruz found the experience profoundly shifted her perspective, emphasizing resilience amidst hardship.

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