Miami Connection
Eva Mendes highlights her Miami heritage by hosting events like the 2017 New York & Company store opening at Dadeland Mall, promoting her fashion line and drawing local attention to the brand. As a Cuban-American icon born in the city, she represents South Florida's vibrant Latino community and inspires aspiring talents in entertainment. Her public appearances in Miami underscore her ongoing personal connection to the area.
About
Born in Miami to Cuban parents, Eva Mendes was raised in Los Angeles after her parents' divorce but has always maintained a connection to her birthplace. She launched her acting career in the late 1990s with roles in films such as Children of the Corn V: Fields of Terror and Urban Legends: Final Cut. Mendes rose to prominence with starring roles in major hits including Hitch, Training Day, and 2 Fast 2 Furious. In 2017, she returned to Miami for the grand opening of a New York & Company store at Dadeland Mall, debuting her fashion collection while traveling with her two children. Now largely retired from acting, she focuses on family life with partner Ryan Gosling and selective entrepreneurial ventures. Her Miami roots remain a key part of her identity.
