Her acting career began in the late 1990s with a series of roles in films such as Children of the Corn V: Fields of Terror (1998) and Urban Legends: Final Cut (2000). Mendes's performance in Training Day (2001) marked a turning point in her career and led to parts in the commercially successful films 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003) and Hitch (2005).

Eva Mendes's big breakthrough came playing Denzel Washington's mistress in the film Training Day (2001). Her other hits include Stuck on You (2003) and Hitch (2005).

Eva Mendes is known for her philanthropic efforts, supporting various charities and organizations that focus on empowering women and children. She has a unique sense of style and has even launched her own fashion line, showcasing her love for design and creativity.

Eva Mendes is an American actress, model, and businesswoman. She is from Miami, Florida, United States. Her full name is Eva de la Caridad Méndez. She has appeared in more than 35 movies and tv series. She is famous for her role in the film “2 Fast 2 Furious” this film was released in 2003.

Eva's goals are to improve her acting skills by working with such contemporary directors as Steven Soderbergh, Spike Jonze, Pedro Almodóvar, Robert Rodriguez, Carl Franklin, John Singleton, and Antoine Fuqua and learning from such renowned directors as Federico Fellini and Michelangelo Antonioni.