Calvin Klein model and actress, Eva Mendes has worked with some of Hollywood's most successful leading men but there is still one leading man that her celebrity status can't get her near. Eva reports that she was refused a ticket to the White House for the inauguration events despite attempts to secure a spot on the guestlist.

Mendes is reportedly a huge fan of Obama and is upset that she was not invited to the swearing in ceremony, taking place in Washington, DC on January 20, 2009. Mendes describes the event as 'the hardest party to get into.

Eva Mendes hangs upside down to maintain her stunning looks. The 34-year-old beauty, who recently sparked controversy with her raunchy Calvin Klein adverts, believes letting blood rush to her head will deter the signs of aging.

A source told the National Enquirer magazine: "Whether it is a photo session or a hot date, Eva swears by hanging her head down on a slant board for about 20 minutes. Allowing blood flow to your upper body and face will bring on a vibrant, flushed-with-youth look."

Eva Mendes says "love is the sexiest thing in the world." The 34-year-old actress - who is dating producer George Augusto - admits she likes nothing more than being in a relationship.

Eva, the face of Calvin Klein's Secret Obsession fragrance, said: "My secret obsession is love. I love 'love!' I love being in love, and I love having someone be in love with me. Love is the sexiest thing in the world."