Top 88 Quotes & Sayings by Eve Torres

Explore popular quotes and sayings by an American actress Eve Torres.
Last updated on November 25, 2024.
Eve Torres

Eve Torres Gracie is an American actress, dancer, model, martial arts instructor, and former professional wrestler. She is best known for her time with WWE, where she was the first ever three-time WWE Divas Champion.

I really miss so many of the people at WWE.
I think any time you get the chance to represent the title and to earn the title, you learn how to represent it in the best way. You learn how to wear it with honor, fight for it with honor and really become the face of WWE for the Divas.
I always keep a good manicure because these are acrylics. They're the safest because your real nails are actually sharper than acrylics. — © Eve Torres
I always keep a good manicure because these are acrylics. They're the safest because your real nails are actually sharper than acrylics.
That's one reason I really love 'Supergirl.' It's a great show for people to watch with their children - sons and daughters alike. It features strong female characters which is always something to appreciate.
My goal was to always get my degree. Once I did that, I thought I could pursue any other passion because I had something to fall back on if I needed it.
When I was in 4th grade, my mom was diagnosed with oral cancer. It was not looking good, it was serious when they found it. Obviously, I didn't know much about what was going on. I remember feeling a lot of guilt about it, feeling like I somehow contributed to it. I think that's just something that kids often do.
All the Divas work hard, they're all threats. They're just not as good as I am.
When I get home at night, then it's time for the real cleansing deal. I go to town either with the Clarisonic or ProActiv.
Not everyone likes seeing a strong, buff guy, but everyone likes women. We compete just as hard as men do, and we can do the acting just as well.
I have always had a passion for competition and performance.
I always wanted to be liked, and I thought that if you were nice to everyone then everyone would like you. That's not always the case.
I'm a really evil person on TV! It's way more fun to be the bad guy.
If you go about life the right way and you're good to other people that will show and will payoff in the long run. — © Eve Torres
If you go about life the right way and you're good to other people that will show and will payoff in the long run.
Being offered the role in the Jackie Chan film was amazing. I got to do a fight scene with Jackie Chan.
My background in gymnastics, martial arts, and dancing has translated very well in the ring.
As someone whose profession relies heavily on physical activity, I definitely felt extra pressure to get back to my pre-baby shape.
It's easy to say standup for yourself. The problem is if you don't feel like you're physically capable of handling the repercussions of that, especially at a young age, it's hard to do that.
I look up to Divas like Trish Stratus and Lita. They are very beautiful women and they are bad. They are strong and great competitors who can handle themselves.
Obviously, I love Becky Lynch. She's 'The Man,' right?
My parents never really pushed me, but I was so hard on myself. I would say I had some perfectionist quality, to a fault.
I've always fantasized about facing Lita.
I'm proud of the Diva division.
I embrace my Latina background because I know that by doing so we will continue to break down stereotypes that may exist of Latina women.
The Great Khali is incredible. He is an international superstar and a movie star too.
The Divas division is always an uphill battle. We have a group of really hungry and talented women. It's just a matter of being able to showcase all of us in the right light and with the right stories.
When I went to college, I got an engineering degree and a full scholarship.
The whole time I was in WWE, I was like, 'We need a reality show,' because the stuff that goes down is just crazy.
I would say my most disappointing moment was not competing in a match even though I was Divas Champion at 'WrestleMania XXVII.' Although, I did get to be a part of a fun backstage segment with Stone Cold, the Rock, and Mae Young... not too shabby!
I look forward to having a president who doesn't grope or objectify women.
Where the women's division is now, if you had told me when I was there that women were gonna headline 'WrestleMania,' I would have said, 'Get out of here. That's never gonna happen.'
I know I'm kind of a wuss when it comes to spicy foods.
All of the Divas are given opportunities. It's kind of the way you go after them and what you do with them. I feel like I was able to seize the opportunity I was given, and now I am Divas champion.
In fact, one of my good friends is an amazing Bollywood choreographer. She once asked me to perform in one of her shows in college. So, I have danced to the Bollywood music and it was great fun. It is tiring and requires a certain level of fitness.
Anyone who reads the comics knows Maxima comes to Earth in search of a mate among the superhero population - specifically Superman. She's denied by him and she becomes very angry and bitter. We'll see how that history plays out in the show - every adaptation is a little bit different, but 'Supergirl' does a great job with the source material.
Jiu-jitsu is something I absolutely love.
WWE wants women who are confident and can handle everything that being a WWE Diva comes with like lots of travel and being tough.
Sometimes you experience magic out in the ring.
You can be feminine and wear heels, dresses, and makeup, and still be a powerful woman - physically, mentally, emotionally. — © Eve Torres
You can be feminine and wear heels, dresses, and makeup, and still be a powerful woman - physically, mentally, emotionally.
I was a wrestler and now I teach jiu-jitsu, but they're obviously different in many ways. However, they do kind of translate.
If you see a woman who is struggling with bags or looks struggling in general, help her. Don't leave her vulnerable to someone else.
Performing for WWE did so much for me in terms of teaching me how to act and doing fighting scenes.
I honestly felt like there was a ceiling for me that I was not able to break.
The one thing that I always encourage women who want to be WWE Divas to do is have something you are passionate about. For me it was Jiu-Jitsu and martial arts. For some people it's soccer. Whatever it is, it gives you confidence and that will translate.
If a predator tries to get a hold of you, yell, kick, and punch. Do all of the typical self-defense measures you've heard of - eye-gouging, knee to the crotch. Anything you can do to cause a scene.
My WWE Divas championship belt is pink and sparkly, but it doesn't mean I'm a princess. It means girls can kick butt!
Vince has always been so hands-on, and that's why WWE does so well.
I've been really impressed with 'Supergirl.' It's a great show because it's appeals to DC Comics fans, staying true to the characters in spirit and costumes, and it also appeals to casual fans who enjoy good action, fun storylines and interesting characters.
I always try different things to stay in shape whether it is dancing or Jiu-Jitsu or training weights in the gym. I try to do a little bit of everything. — © Eve Torres
I always try different things to stay in shape whether it is dancing or Jiu-Jitsu or training weights in the gym. I try to do a little bit of everything.
I would say that the one thing I miss obviously is the in-ring action. The closest I get to that is being able to teach big groups of women and leading them down the path towards empowerment towards jiu-jitsu.
When I was young, I loved gymnastics, but I discovered when I was 15 that I wanted a teenage life.
It's a great feeling to know that, through my hard work, I am adding to a long list of accomplishments for Latinas in the United States.
From a very young age I was someone who stood up for others and myself.
It's really important to take your own personal safety into your own hands.
I never planned on going into MMA or anything like that.
I have been in a 'man's' world as long as I can remember. I was an engineering major in college, I am a sports entertainer in the WWE, and I teach self-defense.
Kids have to understand that they have control. Not their parents, not the principal, not the president of the U.S. It starts with them and it ends with them. To end this epidemic of bullying they have to standup for one another.
I wish new moms wouldn't be burdened with the pressure to get back into pre-baby shape so quickly.
I can't tell you the number of times I have been underestimated, objectified or deprived of fair credit for my accomplishments based on my gender or ethnicity.
I'm just sending a message to women that you can be anything you want to be.
The moonsault - I climb to the top rope and back flip onto my opponent. It's very effective but can be risky if my opponent moves out of the way.
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