Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard Eiza Gonzalez
Mar 31, 2025
Eiza Gonzalez, a talented Mexican actress and singer known for her roles in 'Baby Driver' and 'Ambulance,' engages in a lively chat about everything from human DNA in hotdogs to her journey into acting after a personal tragedy. She shares insights on navigating cultural identity as a Mexican performer in Hollywood, her love for languages, and the value of mentorship in her career. Eiza also reflects on the emotional toll of fame, the challenges of typecasting, and how difficult experiences can lead to transformative opportunities.
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Hot Dog DNA
- Eiza Gonzalez stopped eating hot dogs after her brother told her they contain human DNA.
- She researched and found a "scary percentage," around 5%, solidifying her aversion.
The Orthodontist and Model Mom
- Eiza Gonzalez's mother was an orthodontist and model.
- Wanting braces as a teen, Eiza begged her dentist despite not needing them, unlike the "cool girls."
Accident-Prone Childhood
- Eiza describes herself as accident-prone, having been hospitalized over 40 times.
- She recounts various injuries, including breaking her nose in six pieces at age eleven.
