Eva Longoria
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👤 Bio & Residence
Full Name: Eva Jacqueline Longoria Bastón
Date of Birth: March 15, 1975
Place of Birth: Corpus Christi, Texas, USA
Height: 157 cm (5′2″)
Weight: 52 kg (115 lbs)
Religion: Roman Catholic
Nationality: American
Ancestry: Mexican-American (Tejano), with Indigenous and European roots
Languages: English, Spanish
Marital Status: Married to José Bastón (2016–present); ex-husbands: Tyler Christopher (2002–2004), Tony Parker (2007–2010)
Children: 1 — Santiago Enrique Bastón (b. 2018)
Occupation: Actress, Producer, Director, Businesswoman
Education: B.Sc. in Kinesiology – Texas A&M University; M.A. in Chicano Studies – Cal State Northridge
Net Worth: $80M+ (2025 estimate)
Businesses: Founder of UnbeliEVAble Entertainment; co-owner of Beso restaurant; Casa Del Sol tequila investor; Eva Longoria Collection fashion line; L’Oréal campaigns
Total Social Followers: 20M+ across platforms
Properties: Homes in Los Angeles, Mexico, and Spain
Notable Works: Desperate Housewives, Flamin’ Hot, Dora and the Lost City of Gold, Searching for Mexico, Searching for Spain
Current Residence: Divides time between Los Angeles, Mexico, and Spain
🎓 Education & Early Life
- Born in Corpus Christi, Texas, the youngest of four sisters.
- Worked at Wendy’s during high school to save for her quinceañera.
- Won Miss Corpus Christi USA in 1998, which launched her into the entertainment industry.
- Studied kinesiology and later pursued a master’s in Chicano Studies focusing on Latina issues.
🏆 Career Highlights & Timeline
- 2001: Breakthrough role on The Young and the Restless.
- 2004–2012: Rose to international fame as Gabrielle Solis in Desperate Housewives.
- 2013: Founded UnbeliEVAble Entertainment, producing film and TV projects.
- 2020: Directed Netflix series Grand Hotel and produced several documentaries.
- 2023: Directed feature debut Flamin’ Hot, praised for storytelling.
- 2024–2025: Hosts CNN’s Searching for Mexico and Searching for Spain.
🏅 Awards & Recognitions
- 2× Screen Actors Guild Awards for Desperate Housewives.
- Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress in a Comedy Series.
- Hollywood Walk of Fame star (2018).
- ALMA Award Person of the Year (2006).
- Platino de Honor Award (2025) for Latin representation in media.
🧠 Did You Know?
- Founded the Eva Longoria Foundation to support Latina education and entrepreneurship.
- Co-chaired Barack Obama’s 2012 re-election campaign fundraising committee.
- Speaks Spanish fluently, which she learned as an adult.
- Her DNA test revealed Indigenous, European, and African ancestry.
- Published a cookbook titled Eva’s Kitchen in 2011.
- Runs charity Eva’s Heroes, supporting children with disabilities.
- Received the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce star in 2018.
- Known for her strong advocacy for women’s rights and Latino representation.
- Invested in multiple startups and eco-friendly brands.
- Celebrated her 50th birthday in 2025 with a high-profile event in Miami.
- Frequently collaborates with George Lopez and other Latino entertainers.
- She has directed commercials for major global brands.
- Is recognized as one of the most influential Latinas in Hollywood.
- She worked on a ranch during her childhood summers.
- Longoria holds a master’s thesis focused on Latinas in STEM fields.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When was Eva Longoria born and how old is she?
She was born on March 15, 1975; she is years old as of 2025.
Who is Eva Longoria married to?
She has been married to José Bastón since 2016.
Does Eva Longoria have children?
Yes, she has one son, Santiago Enrique Bastón (b. 2018).
What is her net worth?
Her net worth is estimated at over $80M (2025).
What businesses does she own?
She runs UnbeliEVAble Entertainment, owns Beso restaurant, Casa Del Sol tequila, and fashion lines.
What is her ancestry?
She is Mexican-American with Indigenous, European, and African roots.
What was her breakout role?
Gabrielle Solis on Desperate Housewives.
What awards has she won?
SAG Awards, ALMA Awards, Walk of Fame star, Platino de Honor.
Where does she live?
She divides her time between Los Angeles, Mexico, and Spain.
Is Eva Longoria still acting?
Yes, she continues to act, produce, and direct new projects.