Real reason Eva Longoria quit Los Angeles for Spain – as she turns to pal Victoria Beckham for advice

Real reason Eva Longoria quit Los Angeles for Spain - as she turns to pal Victoria Beckham for advice

As someone who has always admired the business acumen of celebrities turning investors, I find Eva Longoria’s journey particularly inspiring. Unlike Gabrielle Solis, her Desperate Housewives character, Eva has been quietly making smart business moves, inspired by powerhouses like Victoria Beckham and Serena Williams.


With the financial support from her prosperous businessman husband, Eva Longoria as Gabrielle Solis indulged herself with numerous gifts.

In reality, the beloved character from Desperate Housewives, now aged 49, has been discreetly executing shrewd business decisions as she prepares for her shift from acting to investing. Her inspiration comes from her friends Victoria Beckham and Serena Williams.

Over the past few years, the wealthy actress and charity advocate has put money into numerous ventures, one of them being Siete Foods, which was purchased by PepsiCo for an impressive $1.2 billion just last week.

Approximately months have passed since it was disclosed that Longoria and her husband, Jose Baston, the 56-year-old entrepreneur and founder of Elefantec Global, an independent studio, decided to leave Los Angeles for Marbella, Spain, in an attempt to distance themselves from Hollywood.

As an ardent follower, I’ve been keeping tabs, and here’s what I’ve uncovered: Eva’s been quietly orchestrating shrewd business maneuvers from behind the curtain for quite some time now. This is based on a tidbit shared by someone in her inner circle.

Real reason Eva Longoria quit Los Angeles for Spain - as she turns to pal Victoria Beckham for advice

Real reason Eva Longoria quit Los Angeles for Spain - as she turns to pal Victoria Beckham for advice

Her interest in investing was primarily ignited by a few of her good friends, who encouraged her to explore options outside of Hollywood.

‘One of her biggest inspirations was her best friend, Victoria Beckham.’

In 2008, the fashion entrepreneur (formerly a Spice Girl) debuted her self-titled brand. Later, in 2021, she expanded into the beauty industry. Today, this influential figure from the UK is estimated to be worth around $70 million.

‘The source added that Eva has observed Vic evolve from a well-known pop star into a successful fashion entrepreneur who established a brand that Eva is deeply engaged with. Interestingly, Vic manages this while nurturing her family, and she greatly appreciates Eva’s counsel and friendship. In essence, Vic demonstrated to Eva the art of creating an enduring empire.’

It was mentioned that aside from her successful tennis career, she sought advice from the billionaire entrepreneur, Serena Williams, aged 43. Her wealth from Wyn beauty line has significantly boosted her already substantial fortune, currently estimated at approximately $340 million.

As a devoted admirer, let me share my insights: Serena guided Eva on the path to thriving as a businesswoman and entrepreneur. Watching Serena’s remarkable triumphs beyond tennis, particularly in cultivating and expanding her personal empire through courageous innovation and unwavering self-belief in her beauty brand, has left an indelible mark of inspiration upon me.

In April, Longoria invested in Siete Foods, a rapidly expanding Mexican American tortilla manufacturer that’s the quickest growing Hispanic food company in the U.S., expressing her ambition to make it a ‘billion-dollar enterprise.’ This dream became a reality last week as PepsiCo purchased it for $1.2 billion.

Four years following her initial investment in response to Natalie Portman’s appeal to support Angel City FC, the team made their debut in the 2022 National Women’s Soccer League, marking the occasion with their first game.

Real reason Eva Longoria quit Los Angeles for Spain - as she turns to pal Victoria Beckham for advice
Real reason Eva Longoria quit Los Angeles for Spain - as she turns to pal Victoria Beckham for advice

Back in the year of 2013, I proudly stood as one of the financial backers for the groundbreaking debut of John Wick, a film that starred the legendary Keanu Reeves. This production not only earned me a well-deserved producer credit but also propelled us to an astonishing $86 million in global box office sales. Little did we know then, this would be the beginning of an extraordinary franchise that continues to captivate audiences worldwide.

The action was orchestrated via her film production company, initially named Unbelievable Entertainment but later changed to Hyphenate Media Group, that has financed numerous movies, television shows, and podcasts throughout the years.

Her choice to concentrate on investments arises as she establishes her residence in Spain, with the ambition of making a lasting relocation to the European city.

She expressed that she spends more time in Spain rather than the U.S., and her dream is to reside there permanently. Back in June, she shared this with DailyMail.com. Since she has resident status in Spain, she is able to work and remain there.

In early 2023, Longoria, who wed Bastón in 2016, acquired a luxurious seven-bedroom, eight-bathroom villa in Marbella. The duo enlisted the services of architect and interior designer Nicolás Escanez to oversee renovations.

It came as they listed their Beverly Hills property for $18.9 million.

Real reason Eva Longoria quit Los Angeles for Spain - as she turns to pal Victoria Beckham for advice
Real reason Eva Longoria quit Los Angeles for Spain - as she turns to pal Victoria Beckham for advice

According to a source, Eva and José decided to move away permanently from Los Angeles, and they listed their house for sale once more, as reported by DailyMail.com.

They aspire to bring up their son in an environment rich with nature and aesthetic appeal, aiming to shield him from the influences of the glamourous and potentially detrimental Hollywood lifestyle.

In 2011, Longoria, who held the top spot on Forbes’ list of highest-paid TV actresses, has joined the growing number of celebrities moving from Los Angeles to Spain, a trend that is gaining traction.

In 2022, Amber Heard chose a quieter life in Madrid, deciding to step back from Hollywood, so she could provide a peaceful upbringing for her daughter, free from the hustle and bustle.

The actress sold her home in Yucca Valley, California, for $1.1million.

Earlier this year, it was disclosed that Richard Gere has decided to live permanently in the Spanish city, as it allows him to be near his wife Alejandra Silva’s relatives.

Alongside Hilary Swank, Joe Rogan, and Mark Wahlberg, several notable figures are joining the trend of leaving California as their number grows.

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2024-10-08 17:49

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