In brief
In a candid interview, actress Eva Longoria discusses her family's move from the U.S. to Mexico and Spain, expressing concerns about the country's direction and reflecting on her political engagement as a champion for Latino rights.
In an insightful interview with French magazine Marie Claire, actress Eva Longoria opened up about her family's decision to leave the United States and split their time between Mexico and Spain. Longoria, widely recognized as a powerful voice in Democratic politics and an advocate for immigration reform, attributed their relocation to the country's "changing vibe" post-Covid-19, compounded by challenges like homelessness, high taxes in California, and the recent re-election of Donald Trump.The "Desperate Housewives" star acknowledged her privilege in being able to relocate, stating, “Most Americans aren’t so lucky. They’re going to be stuck in this dystopian country.” Longoria, who has been deeply involved in political dialogues since 2012, especially regarding women's rights and Latino representation, expressed her disappointment with the current political landscape during the interview.Reflecting on Trump’s re-election, Longoria voiced concern about the potential implications of his policies, saying, “If he keeps his promises, it’s going to be a scary place." She noted that his victory back in 2016 shattered her belief that "the best person wins" in the political arena, leading her to feel that her chapter in Los Angeles has concluded.Originally from Texas, Longoria moved to California in her twenties and garnered fame for her role in "Desperate Housewives," which brought her a Golden Globe nomination in 2006. More recently, she has been active in hosting the CNN mini-series "Searching for Mexico" and "Searching for Spain." Longoria shares her life with her third husband, José "Pepe" Bastón, who is the president of Mexican broadcaster Televisa, as they raise their son Santiago while blending their families with Bastón's three children from a previous marriage.
