Victoria Luengo discovered what looked like a human spine behind her fridge and called the police. The find came just after she returned from filming a violent scene. Forensic experts are now investigating.
What started as a simple appliance repair in Victoria Luengo’s Madrid apartment quickly turned strange when technicians found what looked like a human spine hidden behind her refrigerator. Luengo, who had just come home from filming a bloody scene for 'La Reina Roja', immediately called the police. She ended up waiting in her kitchen while officers and forensic specialists examined the remains.
Spanish media, citing Luengo, reported that police on the scene believed the bones could be human and brought in a forensic expert to check. So far, Madrid police have not released any official statement about what the remains are or what the forensic tests show, as confirmed by outlets like La Sexta.
The Spanish Academy of Cinema has already announced the shortlist of three films, including 'El ser querido', as potential candidates to represent Spain at the 2027 Oscars, with the final decision set for September 16, 2026.
The discovery overshadowed Luengo’s appearance as the first guest on the new season of 'Cara al Show', where she spoke with Marc Giró about her role in 'El ser querido'. The film, directed by Rodrigo Sorogoyen and co-starring Javier Bardem, is already on the shortlist to represent Spain at the 2027 Oscars in the international feature category. But it was the unexpected drama at home that dominated the conversation, showing how quickly real life can intrude on an actor’s work.
Luengo’s approach to acting is intense and sometimes unconventional. For 'El ser querido', Sorogoyen asked her and Bardem not to speak for eight months to reflect the distance between their characters, Emilia and Esteban. Their first scene together was mostly improvised, with Bardem calling Luengo in character just days before filming. Luengo said her heart was pounding as she walked onto set and saw Bardem greet her as if they were meeting for the first time.
Her commitment didn’t stop there. Luengo admitted she kept Bardem’s photo as her phone wallpaper and even put a printed picture of him by her bed, joking that she sometimes talked to it. In another project, 'Sants', she asked to have a childhood dental prosthesis removed so she could act with a visibly broken tooth, describing it as "giving birth to the character through her mouth."
Multiple independent media confirm that 'El ser querido', starring Javier Bardem and Victoria Luengo, has already been released in Spanish cinemas and is set to become available on Movistar Plus+ after its theatrical run. This distribution strategy is seen as part of the film's active campaign during the awards season.
During the interview, Marc Giró quizzed Luengo on her knowledge of Bardem’s career and habits in a segment called 'Javier y Ganar', adding some humor to a conversation full of personal stories. Luengo also spoke about her admiration for Carmen Maura and described how she cried when she learned that Steven Spielberg had praised her performance after a US screening. Bardem passed along Spielberg’s comments via WhatsApp, and Luengo said she was moved to tears when she realized the director of 'E.T.' had noticed her work.
The episode ended with Luengo taking on the show’s "extraescolar" challenge, '¿Dónde está Marc?', where she described surreal scenes under time pressure, showing her competitive side. The mix of personal stories and unpredictable games has become a trademark of 'Cara al Show', which continues to attract well-known guests and unexpected moments.
Spanish television has seen its share of dramatic incidents, but few blur the line between fiction and reality like Luengo’s recent experience. The discovery at her home, combined with her immersive acting style, highlights how unpredictable life can be for someone in the public eye. As seen in other entertainment news, such as recent reports about network strategies, Spanish media thrives on these moments when personal and professional worlds collide.
Victoria Luengo stands out among a new generation of Spanish actors willing to take risks both on and off screen. Whether it’s removing a dental prosthesis for a role or dealing with a police investigation in her own kitchen, she doesn’t shy away from discomfort. With 'El ser querido' now in the Oscar race, the stakes are even higher. In a media landscape that values authenticity and surprise, Luengo’s story delivers both, showing that sometimes the most gripping drama happens far from the set.
