Eva Mendes Reveals Early Bond with Ryan Gosling over Cleanliness

Eva Mendes and Ryan Gosling bonded early in their relationship over a shared love of cleanliness, a passion Mendes attributes to her Cuban heritage and childhood memories of her mother cleaning while playing music. Their mutual enjoyment of keeping a clean kitchen became a meaningful bonding experience during the filming of The Place Beyond the Pines in 2011. Mendes, now focused on parenting their two daughters, Esmeralda Amada and Amada Lee, has stepped back from acting and cherishes spending quality time with her family, especially during the summer. She also shared candid reflections on parenting challenges, including struggling with yelling, which she connects to cultural patterns inherited from her mother. Despite her reduced acting roles, Mendes remains involved in other ventures, such as co-owning a lifestyle brand. Both Mendes and Gosling prioritize family life, with Mendes emphasizing that being with her daughters and partner is where she finds true happiness.