Eva Mendes uncertain about returning to acting

Eva Mendes may never return to acting, as she reflects on her career and priorities in life.

George Stephanopoulos Interviews Mendes

Good Morning America’s George Stephanopoulos recently interviewed Eva Mendes, asking her if she plans to make a comeback to acting after taking a break to focus on raising her two daughters, Esmeralda and Amada, with partner Ryan Gosling.

Mendes’ Uncertain Future in Acting

In response to the question about returning to acting, Mendes expressed uncertainty, mentioning that unless there are compelling roles, she may not pursue acting again. She shared how working with Gosling was a career highlight for her and how that experience made her consider stepping away from acting like the character from the TV show Seinfeld.

Mendes’ Career Path

Aside from her roles in children’s projects like the Bluey franchise, Mendes has not starred in movies for nearly a decade. Her last film was the thriller “Lost River,” directed and written by Ryan Gosling, whom she met while working on “The Place Beyond the Pines” in 2012.

Quality Time with Family

Mendes considers herself fortunate to have had the opportunity to spend precious time with her children, as she expressed in an interview on the Today show in March.

Promoting Children’s Book

During her appearance on Good Morning America, Mendes promoted her latest project, a children’s book titled “Desi, Mami, and the Never-Ending Worries.”

Children’s Book Concept

In describing her book, Mendes explained that it is a story about a young girl named Desi and her struggles with persistent worries. The actress aims to address mental health issues and encourage positive self-talk through the character’s journey.

Advocating for Mental Health

Mendes has been vocal about wanting to start conversations about mental health and promote awareness and understanding in this area.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will Eva Mendes ever return to acting?

While Mendes has not ruled out acting in the future, she remains uncertain about returning unless she finds compelling roles that interest her.

What is Eva Mendes promoting currently?

Eva Mendes is currently promoting her children’s book, “Desi, Mami, and the Never-Ending Worries,” which addresses mental health and self-esteem topics for young readers.

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