Eva Mendes

About

Eva Mendes is a renowned American actress, model, and businesswoman, born on March 5, 1974, in Miami, Florida. Known for her talent and versatility, Eva began her acting career in the late 1990s and gained prominence with her role in the movie "Training Day" (2001). She has since starred in several other successful films such as "2 Fast 2 Furious", "Hitch", and "The Place Beyond The Pines". In addition to acting, Mendes also ventured into modeling, becoming the face of various big brands, and started her own fashion line. She shares two children with long-term partner, actor Ryan Gosling.

Associated With

Eva Mendes has had associations with numerous notable individuals in the film industry. She has worked with acclaimed directors and co-stars in a myriad of films, such as Antoine Fuqua and Denzel Washington in "Training Day," and the Farrelly brothers in "Stuck on You." She also starred alongside Will Smith in "Hitch" and Ryan Gosling in "The Place Beyond the Pines." Speaking of Gosling, Mendes's most famous relationship is with him. The two have been together since 2011 and have two daughters. They met while filming "The Place Beyond the Pines." Additionally, she has been associated with fashion designers such as Calvin Klein due to her modeling work.

Career Highlights

• 1998: Eva Mendes started her acting career with the direct-to-video film "Children of the Corn V: Fields of Terror".
• 2001: She gained recognition for her role in "Training Day", alongside Denzel Washington.
• 2003: She goes on to star in the box office hit "2 Fast 2 Furious".
• 2005: Mendes played in the romantic comedy "Hitch", alongside Will Smith, which became her biggest commercial success to date.
• 2007: She was nominated for the Teen Choice Award for Choice Movie Actress for the film "Ghost Rider".
• 2009: Mendes received a nomination for the Giffoni Award at the Giffoni Film Festival for her outstanding contribution to the film industry.
• 2011: She received critical acclaim for her performance in "The Place Beyond the Pines".
• 2012: She was awarded the Capri Global Award for her role in "Holy Motors".
• 2014: Eva Mendes starred in "Lost River", directed by her partner Ryan Gosling, which was screened in the Un Certain Regard section at the Cannes Film Festival.
• 2019: She was honored with the Los Angeles Latino International Film Festival - Achievement Award for her exceptional contribution to the film industry.

Notable Awards

• Eva Mendes is quite a talented actress. However, while she has been nominated for a number of awards throughout her career, she is yet to win any major acting awards as per the available information. Please note that public databases may need time to update new or recent developments, so it's still worth it to check other up-to-date resources.

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular Eva Mendes Movie/TV Show?

Eva Mendes is a well-known actress with a number of popular movies under her belt, however, her most popular movie is arguably "Hitch" where she co-stars with Will Smith. Released in 2005, "Hitch" is a romantic comedy where Mendes plays a successful and cynical gossip columnist named Sara Melas, who becomes the love interest of a professional dating consultant, played by Will Smith. The movie was a box office hit, receiving positive reviews and solidifying Mendes' position in Hollywood. Aside from her film career, Mendes has not made significant appearances in TV shows, as she is primarily a film actress.

How Did Eva Mendes Get Famous?

Eva Mendes gained fame through her acting career, initially gaining recognition in the late 1990s and early 2000s for her roles in several successful movies. Her breakthrough role was in the critically acclaimed movie "Training Day" in 2001, where she starred alongside Denzel Washington and Ethan Hawke. This led to further prominent roles in popular films such as "2 Fast 2 Furious", "Hitch", and "The Other Guys". Her talent and versatility as an actress, combined with her stunning looks, made her a Hollywood sensation, and established her fame in the entertainment industry.