Ester Expósito

Ester Expósito Gayoso (born January 26, 2000) is a Spanish actress, model, and digital personality who rose to international prominence through her role as Carla Rosón Caleruega in the Netflix teen drama series Élite. Born and raised in Madrid, Spain, she began training in drama as a teenager and quickly established herself as one of the most visible young performers and fashion figures in European entertainment. Alongside her television and film work, she has built an extensive global social media presence centered on high fashion, luxury lifestyle, and red-carpet appearances.

Early Life and Career

Expósito developed an interest in acting at a young age, enrolling in community theater and formal acting workshops in Madrid after completing her high school studies. She began her screen career with television roles on Spanish networks, appearing in series such as Centro Médico, Vis a vis, and Estoy vivo. In 2018, she landed her breakthrough main role in Élite, playing the complex, wealthy teenager Carla Rosón. The global success of the series catapulted her to worldwide recognition across four seasons. Following her breakout, she made her feature film debut in the thriller When Angels Sleep (2018) and the drama Your Son (2018).

Film, Television, and Fashion

Expanding her portfolio beyond teen drama, Expósito starred in the Netflix limited series Someone Has to Die (2020) and joined the main cast of the action adventure series Bandidos (2024–2025). Her film credits grew to include leading roles in the action thriller Venus (2022), the mystery drama Lost in the Night (2023), and horror feature The Wailing (2024). Beyond screen acting, Expósito is widely recognized as a major fashion icon and digital ambassador. She frequently attends international film festivals and high-profile fashion galas, collaborating with luxury houses such as Bulgari and Yves Saint Laurent while sharing editorial photography and lifestyle updates with millions of online followers.

Personal Life

Expósito lives in Madrid, Spain, and maintains close ties to her family heritage in Galicia, where she regularly visits the coast for water sports like surfing and scuba diving. A passionate advocate for women’s empowerment and social causes, she uses her platform to support charitable initiatives and artistic endeavors across Spain and Latin America.