Eva Mendes Opens Up On Substance Abuse And Being Latin In Hollywood

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No Laughing Matter
Published 7/7/2008 by Perez Hilton at Celebrity gossip juicy celebrity rumors Hollywood gossip blog from Perez Hilton
... Eva Mendes, who spent time in rehab earlier this year, opens up in a revealing interview in the new issue of Interview magazine about substance abuse and addiction. ...

Quotables
Published 7/7/2008 by Evil Beet at Evil Beet Gossip
... stuff that came out a few months ago about substance abuse, there were so many wrong stories. I was so happy about that, because it’s when they get the real scoop that would make me really nervous. It’s a relief, in a way. You want it to be a lie, because when it’s true, that’s when I’d be like, “Oh, my God!” It’s time to rethink who’s in your circle, because stuff got out.” Eva Mendes, in a new interview with Interview magazine, on her struggles with substance abuse. Full article here . This entry was posted on Monday, July 7th, 2008 at 11:38 am and is filed under ...

Eva Mendes 1, 'Interview' Reporter 0
Published 7/7/2008 by Whitney at Mollygood
... Recent rehab graduate Eva Mendes spoke to Interview magazine about substance abuse, but she wasn’t having any of the interviewer’s hilarious jokes. In response to the reporter saying, “They’re going to have to change the name of it to ‘Alcoholics Unanimous,’” Eva provided nothing but silence (and probably a death stare). After prodding from the interviewer, Eva said, “I’m not making jokes, because people die from this stuff. So, honestly, I think it’s a bit tacky that you made a ...

Eva Mendes Gets Grilled About Substance Abuse
Published 7/7/2008 by Spicy Pants at Celebrity Smack! Gossip & Entertainment Blog
... Eva Mendes is in the upcoming issue of Interview magazine and the interviewer brought up substance abuse, in a sometimes tasteless manner. ...

Eva Mendes Is a Sensitive Woman
Published 7/7/2008 by Carolina at That Other Blog - The Latest Gossip and Entertainment News
... It’s a relief, in a way. You want it to be a lie, because when it’s true, that’s when I’d be like, “Oh, my God!” It’s time to rethink who’s in your circle, because stuff got out. The issue hits stands July 15th. Eva’s next projects are coming to a screen near you in September, in ‘The Women’ and at Christmas time in ‘The Spirit.‘ You can read more here. ...

Eva Mendes dislikes rehab jokes; says it’s hard finding roles as a Latina
Published 7/7/2008 by Celebitchy at Cele|bitchy
... I’ve had a whole career without making it to rehab.” I thought, That’s such a negative twist on it. I’m proud of people who have the determination and the fearlessness to actually go and face their demons and get better. This is a life or death situation. Again, I’m not a spokesperson for this, but it’s just that I want to support people for their decisions when they do go in and get help. [From Interview Magazine via Huffington Post - site has automatic sound in ads] I think Mendes handled that ...

Eva Mendes Opens Up On Substance Abuse for Interview Magazine
Published 7/7/2008 by admin at Bricks and Stones Gossip
... about our celebrities. It’s not that interesting when you know that much about people. I have no ego about me. It’s just better for you not to know, because it really does make me a better actor at the end of the day. You’re not going into the movie with all these specifics about me. 2008-07-07-evainterview1.jpg 2008-07-07-evainterviewhot.jpg 2008-07-07-evainterview3.jpg For the full article and photos, pick up a copy of Interview, which hits newsstands July 15. Source

Eva Mendes Opens Up About Racism & Drugs
Published 7/7/2008 by admin at The E-Biz
... actress also opened up on racism in the entertainment industry. “What makes it frustrating is when a director or a studio head doesn’t see me for the same part that they’ll see, let’s say, Drew Barrymore for,” she said. “Drew’s a great friend of mine. But it’s like, ‘No, we want more of an American type of girl.’ And it’s like, America has opened up. I’m an American girl, born and raised.” Still, she insists, being Cuban-American is “not as difficult as it is being an Asian girl.” FOR MORE CLICK HERE

Eva Mendes Does Interview Magazine
Published 7/7/2008 by Taylor Blue at Backseat Cuddler
... Eva Mendes covers Interview magazine the August 2008. Inside the cover her interview is reeking of personal issues. I had thought I should cut the interview but here is a huge clip on how defensive she gets when you ask her about rehab. David Colman : Now let’s talk about substance abuse. My favorite topic. Eva Mendes : Great. DC: First of all, what is it with actors and substance abuse? EM: I don’t know. I’m not a spokesperson for any kind of substance-abuse organization. DC: They’re going to have to change the name of it to “Alcoholics Unanimous.” EM: [silence] DC: I’m ...

Eva Mendes Spices Up ‘Interview’!
Published 7/8/2008 by Takiyah at Love B. Scott | Splendiferously Divine!
... time. She said something like, “I’m proud that I’ve had a whole career without making it to rehab.” I thought, That’s such a negative twist on it. I’m proud of people who have the determination and the fearlessness to actually go and face their demons and get better. This is a life or death situation. Again, I’m not a spokesperson for this, but it’s just that I want to support people for their decisions when they do go in and get help. To read the rest of the article, please visit Huffington Post . Leave a Reply Name (required) Mail (hidden) (required) Website Notify me of ...

Eva Mendes Channels Her Inner Jessica Alba
Published 7/8/2008 by FListed Says: at F-Listed
... changed. Thank God. We are moving forward. Every time there’s another successful Latin actress, that’s just better for everyone involved. Now, I want to see more Asian girls. People ask me if it’s difficult being Cuban-American in this industry. I say, “You know what? Not as difficult as it is being an Asian girl.” We have so many Asian girls in this country, and they’re so not represented up on the screen. Source

Eva Mendes Talks About Substance Abuse In Interview Magazine
Published 7/8/2008 by diva at Superficial Diva
... DC: You might think it’s a new problem, but it’s probably only because people are quicker to say, “Okay, I’m going to rehab. Let’s get it over with.” EM: It’s because everybody is so highly visible now. We see everything. We see what celebrities buy at the supermarket. It’s ridiculous. It’s that visibility. I’m confused by this whole celebrity-obsessed culture. It’s really weird. Source via link Related posts Eva Mendes Interview Magazine Cover (0) ...