Eva Jacqueline Longoria Bastón, born on March 15, 1975, is an American performer, producer, director, advocate, and entrepreneur. She gained prominence for portraying Isabella Braña on The Young and the Restless from 2001 to 2003. Her significant breakthrough occurred as Gabrielle Solis on Desperate Housewives (2004–2012), for which she received two Screen Actors Guild Awards for Outstanding Ensemble in a Comedy Series and a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy. In recent years, she has shifted her focus more towards directing and producing.
Her directorial debut, Flamin’ Hot (2023), garnered acclaim and Oscar nominations. As of February 2026, Longoria is 50 and continues to be active in acting, producing, and championing Latino representation, women’s rights, and education. She also made a special appearance on Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building in 2024 and received a SAG Award for Outstanding Ensemble in a Comedy Series.
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Eva Longoria was born in Corpus Christi, Texas, as the youngest of four daughters to Tejano parents Ella Eva (Mireles) and Enrique Longoria Jr. One of her sisters has special needs, and Eva has stated that her mother’s commitment influenced her strong work ethic and sense of duty. She was brought up Roman Catholic and did not know Spanish as a child, only acquiring it in 2009. During her senior high school years, she worked at Wendy’s for three years to fund her quinceañera. She eventually obtained a Bachelor of Science in kinesiology from Texas A&M University-Kingsville and was crowned Miss Corpus Christi USA in 1998.
After completing her studies, Longoria relocated to Los Angeles, where she worked as a headhunter while auditioning for acting opportunities. She has mentioned that Jennifer Lopez and Selena motivated her, sharing that they “opened doors” for Latina actresses. In 2013, she obtained a master’s degree in Chicano studies from California State University, Northridge, writing her thesis on “Success STEMS From Diversity: The Value of Latinas in STEM Careers.”
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Longoria established UnbeliEVAble Entertainment in 2005. The company produced series like Devious Maids (2013–2016) and Telenovela (2015–2016), along with films such as The Harvest (2013) and Food Chains (2014). In 2023, her company joined forces with Hyphenate Media Group, which she co-founded with Cris Abrego. She directed the children’s series Ashley Garcia: Genius in Love (2020), earning a Daytime Creative Arts Emmy nomination, and marked her film directorial debut with Flamin’ Hot (2023), a narrative about the development of Flamin’ Hot Cheetos that received Oscar nominations for Best Picture and Best Adapted Screenplay.
In 2024, she featured as a guest star on Only Murders in the Building and secured a SAG Award for her ensemble performance. She is recognized for advocating for Latino representation, gender equality, and education, and has functioned as a global cultural ambassador since 2012, supporting numerous charities. In November 2024, she revealed that she and her family had relocated out of the U.S. and now split their time between Mexico and Spain.
Age
Eva Longoria was born on March 15, 1975. She is 50 years old as of February 2026.
Husband
Eva Longoria wed José Antonio “Pepe” Bastón Patiño on May 21, 2016, in Valle de Bravo, Mexico. Bastón, born in 1968, is a Mexican businessman who previously served as the president of Televisa, the largest media corporation in Latin America. They met through a blind date arranged by a mutual friend in Mexico City in 2015. Longoria has described Bastón as supportive and family-focused. Their son, Santiago Enrique Bastón, was born on June 19, 2018. Longoria was earlier married to actor Tyler Christopher (2002–2004) and NBA player Tony Parker (2007–2011); her union with Parker ended following allegations of infidelity.
Son
Eva Longoria and Pepe Bastón have one child, Santiago Enrique Bastón, born on June 19, 2018. Longoria made her pregnancy public in December 2017, and Santiago was delivered via cesarean section. She has expressed that motherhood has transformed her life and that she cherishes family and cultural heritage for her son. Longoria frequently shares family experiences on social media, illustrating Santiago’s bilingual upbringing in English and Spanish, along with their time spent in Mexico and Spain. As of 2026, Santiago is 7 years old.
Net Worth
Eva Longoria’s net worth is projected to be $80 million in 2026. She has accumulated her wealth from a variety of sources:
- Acting remuneration (peak earnings from Desperate Housewives).
- Producing and directing endeavors (Flamin’ Hot, Devious Maids).
- Endorsements (L’Oréal, New York & Co, Pepsi, etc.).
- Business enterprises (restaurant Beso, fashion and fragrance lines, investments including John Wick).
- Real estate (properties in California, Mexico, and Spain).
The 2023 merger of UnbeliEVAble with Hyphenate Media Group, along with her ongoing projects, has further boosted her wealth. There have been no significant financial alterations noted in 2026.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Eva Jacqueline Longoria Bastón (née Longoria) |
| Date of Birth | March 15, 1975 |
| Age (Feb 2026) | 50 |
| Birthplace | Corpus Christi, Texas, USA |
| Husband | José Antonio “Pepe” Bastón (married 2016–present) |
| Previous Marriages | Tyler Christopher (2002–2004), Tony Parker (2007–2011) |
| Son | Santiago Enrique Bastón (born June 19, 2018) |
| Key Roles | Gabrielle Solis (Desperate Housewives), Flamin’ Hot (director) |
| Major Awards | 2 SAG Awards, Golden Globe nomination, Hollywood Walk of Fame star (2018) |
| Net Worth (2026) | $80 million |
