Back on his incredible journey!

From Desperate Housewives to L'Oréal without forgetting her committed and impactful words … We decided to return to the singular journey of actress Eva Longoria.

Inevitably, when we think of Eva Longoria, we think of the eternal Gabrielle in Desperate Housewives. But now Eva Longoria inspires many other things. By establishing herself as one of the leading actresses on the small screen, she has also secured a place of choice among the most committed and honest personalities of Hollywood. After all these years to follow and admire it, we decided to make a small point on the highlights of Eva Longoria's career. Focus on a journey like no other rocked by talent, empowerment and political commitment.

An international idol since the 2000s

Movie actress, TV actress, Brand muse

born on 15/03/1975

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Eva Longoria is a true American television star. If we knew her around the world with her role as Gabrielle Solis, she has also long been a known face in the world of soaps opera. She was, for a time, part of the cast of Flames of love, like actor Shemar Moore. And we also saw him appear in Beverly Hills… Just that ! Eva Longoria is therefore a reference in terms of cult series. Desperate Housewives undoubtedly marks a turning point in the actress' career. Marc Cherry's series is a real phenomenon at the time. The female character of Gabrielle Solis, and her husband Carlos, quickly became essential. His lines, his game and the story behind the character … Eva Longoria provokes a real tour de force with Gaby.

Over time, the American star even becomes a producer and is not content with just being an actress. She was notably in charge of the series Devious maids which highlighted the daily lives of Mexican servants. This series undoubtedly highlights the subjects that matter most to Eva Longoria. Because, in addition to her film and television career, the actress also uses her notoriety to convey strong, committed and very often politicized messages.

A committed personality

Eva Longoria's speeches rarely went unnoticed. We remember his poignant speech during the presidential campaign of Donald Trump, before his election to the presidency. Eva Longoria strongly opposed the businessman's words. The latter, considering the Mexicans as criminals and rapists, had reacted a lot. Eva Longoria, directly concerned by the subject, had not mince words: "When Donald Trump calls Mexicans criminals, he insults American families. My father is not a criminal or a rapist. In fact, he is an American veteran."

Not only does the actress denounce the abuse and discrimination against people of Mexican origin, but she also takes action against sexism and sexual harassment in Hollywood. Indeed, she is one of those actresses who inspired the whole world by joining the #MeToo and #TimesUp movements following the Weinstein affair. All this, without counting his devotion to the association Padres contra el cancer but also its own foundations: Eva's Heroes and Eva Longoria. There is nothing to say, the actress is a woman who has her heart on her hand and who makes her commitments the fights of a lifetime.

Eva Longoria reveals being harassed on the set of Desperate Housewives


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