Salma Hayek's 60th Birthday: Rare Photos from Her Early Hollywood Years

As Salma Hayek celebrates her 60th birthday, Vogue revisits her early career with a collection of 21 throwback photos. Born in Coatzacoalcos, Mexico, Hayek began in telenovelas like 'Un Nuevo Amanecer' and 'Teresa' before moving to Los Angeles to pursue Hollywood. Her breakthrough came with Robert Rodriguez's 'Desperado', followed by roles in 'From Dusk till Dawn', 'Fools Rush In', and 'Wild Wild West'. Her portrayal of Frida Kahlo in 'Frida' earned her a best-actress Oscar nomination, making her the first Mexican woman nominated in that category. The photos span from 1996 to 2000, capturing her at premieres, fashion shows, and award ceremonies, including the 1997 Met Gala, the 1998 MTV Video Music Awards, and the 2000 Oscars with Penélope Cruz. The images also show her with celebrities like George Clooney, Matthew Perry, and Giorgio Armani, highlighting her rise to stardom during a time of limited opportunities for Latina actors.