Happy birthday, Eva Mendes! The gorgeous star turns 47 years old today, and she has truly accomplished so much in her professional and personal life over the course of her career. Eva has always been beloved by her legions of fans and longtime admirers, and there’s no better way for them to celebrate her birthday than by reflecting on her incredible career! Let’s take a look back at Eva’s transformation.
Eva grew up in Miami, FL, and quickly showed an affinity for acting. Her career kicked off in the late ’90s, appearing in short films and TV shows before she finally got her big break in high-profile projects. In 2001, Eva starred alongside Denzel Washington and Ethan Hawke in the Oscar-winning film Training Day. From there, Eva began to earn even bigger roles.
One such film that meant a lot to Eva was 2012’s The Place Beyond the Pines. The movie was not only a critical hit, but Eva also met her partner Ryan Gosling on set. The two started dating while working together, and quickly fell for one another. In 2014, Eva starred in her most recent film Lost River, which was also directed by Ryan. Ever since then, her focus has shifted to her young family.
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