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- Eva Mendes is an American actress, model, and businesswoman.
- She was born on March 5, 1974, in Miami, Florida.
- Eva started her acting career with small roles in films like Children of the Corn V: Fields of Terror.
Eva Mendes is a renowned American actress, model, and businesswoman who gained fame in the early 2000s with her performances in popular films. Born on March 5, 1974, in Miami, Florida, Mendes is of Cuban descent and was raised in Los Angeles. She initially studied marketing at California State University, Northridge, before deciding to pursue a career in acting.
Mendes began her career with small roles in films like Children of the Corn V: Fields of Terror (1998), but her breakthrough came in 2001 when she starred alongside Denzel Washington in the crime thriller Training Day. This role catapulted her into the spotlight, leading to other prominent films such as 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003), Hitch (2005), We Own the Night (2007), and The Other Guys (2010).
Known for her striking beauty and on-screen charisma, Mendes also ventured into modeling, appearing in various high-profile campaigns for brands like Calvin Klein and Revlon. In addition to her film and modeling career, she has also explored fashion design, launching a clothing line with New York & Company.
Mendes is in a long-term relationship with actor Ryan Gosling, and they have two daughters together. Despite stepping back from acting in recent years, Eva Mendes remains a beloved figure in Hollywood, known for her versatility, business ventures, and her commitment to family life.
