Gael García Bernal

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Honours

Gael García Bernal stands as a defining figure in modern cinema, recognized for his compelling performances and contributions to Latin American storytelling. His win of the Golden Globe for Mozart in the Jungle highlights his success in television, while his multiple Ariel Awards underscore his dominance in Mexican cinema. Being included in Time magazine's list of the 100 most influential people in 2016 marks a significant milestone in his career. His ability to portray complex characters has earned him a place among the greatest actors of the 21st century according to The New York Times.

AwardsGael García Bernal has won a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Television Series Musical or Comedy for Mozart in the Jungle in 2016. He also received the Ariel Award for Best Actor for his roles in El crimen del padre Amaro (2002) and Cassandro (2023). Additionally, he was honored with the César Award for Best Foreign Film for The Motorcycle Diaries (2005) and the Critics' Choice Movie Award for Best Acting Ensemble for Babel (2007).

Honours & Distinctions

Time 100 Most Influential People

Time Magazine·2016

Included in the annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world.

Recognition by The New York Times

The New York Times·2016

Recognized as one of the greatest actors of the 21st century.