Jaime Lorente

Jaime Lorente López, born on 12 December 1991 in Murcia, Spain, is a multifaceted Spanish actor whose rise to international fame was propelled by his charismatic portrayal of Denver in the globally acclaimed series Money Heist. After completing his studies in Dramatic Art at the Superior School of Dramatic Art of Murcia and obtaining a master’s degree in advanced studies from UNIR in Logroño, Lorente quickly distinguished himself on stage, earning the Best Actor Award at the inaugural María Jesús Sirvent Awards for his performance in Equus. His theatrical repertoire expanded with roles in productions such as El público, La vengadora de las mujeres, El secreto a voces, and De fuera vendrá, showcasing his versatility and deep commitment to the craft. In 2016, Lorente transitioned to television with the role of Elías Mato in Antena 3’s long‑running drama El secreto de Puente Viejo, laying the groundwork for his breakout in 2017 when he joined the cast of Money Heist. His compelling embodiment of Denver earned him a nomination for Best Supporting Actor on Television from the Spanish Actors Union, cementing his status as a dynamic screen presence. Building on this momentum, he took on the character Nano in Netflix’s teen thriller Élite (2018) and later embodied the legendary Castilian knight Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar, known as El Cid, in Amazon Prime Video’s historical series of the same name (2020‑2021). Beyond acting, Lorente has explored literary and musical avenues; he published a poetry collection titled A propósito de tu boca, rooted in verses he began crafting during high school, and released his debut EP La noche in 2022, underscoring his artistic breadth. In August 2025, news emerged that he is preparing his directorial debut, El mal hijo, poised to begin filming later that year, marking a new chapter in his evolving career. His personal life includes two children, reflecting a balance between his prolific professional endeavors and family commitments.