Eva Longoria’s Journey Through Love: A Look at Her Marriages and Relationships
Eva Longoria has established herself as one of Hollywood’s most recognizable figures over the past two decades. Known for her memorable role as the extravagant Gabrielle Solis on the iconic series Desperate Housewives, she has also made a name for herself as a producer, beauty ambassador, and close friend of Victoria Beckham. Now happily married to her third husband, José Bastón, with whom she has a son, Longoria’s road to this blissful moment has been marked by significant ups and downs.
Born on March 15, 1975, in Texas to Mexican parents, Longoria was the youngest of four sisters. She began her career in the entertainment industry after winning the Miss Corpus Christi USA title in 1998 and making her way to Los Angeles, where she landed her first role on the show Beverly Hills, 90210 in 2000.
Longoria’s first marriage was to Tyler Christopher, known for his role in General Hospital. They tied the knot in June 2002, but their union began to crumble as Longoria’s career took off. By 2004, the couple parted ways, with Longoria later reflecting on her youth and immaturity at the time, admitting, “I was a terrible wife.” Sadly, Christopher passed away in 2023.
After her divorce from Christopher, Longoria briefly dated Hayden Christensen, who was six years her junior, followed by an eight-month relationship with NSYNC singer JC Chasez. However, her most publicized romance came with NBA star Tony Parker. The two met in late 2004 at a San Antonio Spurs game and married in a civil ceremony in Paris in July 2007. Despite the initial excitement, rumors of infidelity plagued their marriage, ultimately leading Longoria to file for divorce in November 2010, finalizing it in January 2011.
Longoria then dated Eduardo Cruz, brother of actress Penélope Cruz, and NFL player Mark Sanchez, before encountering José Bastón. They were introduced by a mutual friend in 2013 but didn’t connect immediately. When they were reintroduced six months later, the chemistry was undeniable. Longoria described Bastón as the most handsome man she had ever seen, praising his charm and charisma.
By late 2015, the couple became engaged during a trip to Dubai, and they married on May 21, 2016, at Bastón’s home in Mexico. Their son, Santiago Enrique, was born on June 19, 2018. Longoria and Bastón, both now in their late 40s and early 50s, split their time between homes in Mexico and Spain, enjoying a well-deserved peace away from their demanding careers in the United States.
With a net worth estimated at $120 million, Longoria stands out as the wealthiest among her Desperate Housewives co-stars, significantly thanks to her successful production company.