Najwa Nimri was born in 1972 to Jordanian and Spanish parents in Pamplona, Spain. Enthusiastic about performing from a very early age, Nimri took classes in acting and dance under William Layton and John Beitia. Her professional artistic pursuits began with her appearance in Daniel Calparsoro s first film, Salto al Vacio, in 1995. Her role as Alex won her some awards and a good amount of visibility. She acted in several pictures throughout the late90s.