In a recent episode of Conan O’Brien‘s talk show, actress Eva Mendes revealed her preference when it comes to men’s facial hair. The conversation took an amusing turn as O’Brien and Mendes bantered about the topic.
During the interview, O’Brien complimented Mendes on her appearance, but couldn’t help but notice the absence of facial scruff. Mendes explained that the beard had been shaved off recently, but she expressed her fondness for men with facial hair, describing it as “really manly.” She even went as far as saying that she liked a beard in a suit because it creates an interesting contradiction. O’Brien playfully joked that without his beard, he now looks like a pretty little girl in a suit.
Not wanting to miss an opportunity to tease O’Brien, Mendes advised him to grow his beard back, suggesting that he get some testosterone shots to speed up the process. However, she warned him against growing a mustache, claiming it automatically takes on a “pornographic” connotation. This lighthearted exchange between the two garnered laughter from the audience.
The conversation then shifted to Mendes demonstrating a unique talent she possesses. She demonstrated how she can fill up her cheeks with air and carry on a conversation without deflating. This skill left O’Brien impressed, jokingly challenging the audience and himself to attempt the feat, acknowledging that he couldn’t do it. Mendes credited her mother, who had encouraged her comedic antics since childhood, for fostering her talents.
Reflecting on her childhood, Mendes shared a funny memory of her and her mom. Being unable to afford a car, they often walked everywhere. During their walks, Mendes would stop in front of restaurant windows where people were eating and pretend to be a hungry little girl, much to her mother’s amusement. Mendes reminisced about the joy it brought them and the innocent pranks they played.
While Mendes continues to appreciate and admire bearded men, O’Brien seemed open to the idea of growing his beard back, albeit a bit cautiously. Mendes’ cheek-filled conversation and nostalgia-inducing storytelling added a light-hearted and entertaining touch to Conan O’Brien‘s talk show.
