Who is Eva Longoria? Discover the Life of a Multi-Talented Star

Early Life: Eva Longoria was born on March 15, 1975, in Corpus Christi, Texas.

Education: She studied at Texas A&M University-Kingsville and earned a degree in Kinesiology.

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Big Break: Eva became famous for playing Gabrielle Solis on the TV show "Desperate Housewives."

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Awards: She has won many awards and was nominated for a Golden Globe for "Desperate Housewives."

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Producer: Eva has produced TV shows and movies like "Devious Maids" and "Telenovela."

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Director: She directed episodes of popular TV shows like "Jane the Virgin" and "Black-ish."

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Businesswoman: Eva owns a restaurant called Beso and has her own tequila brand named Casa Del Sol.

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Philanthropist: She started the Eva Longoria Foundation to help Latinas with education and business opportunities.

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Activist: Eva supports causes like women’s rights and immigration reform.

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Family: Eva married José Bastón in 2016, and they have a son named Santiago, born in 2018.

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