Eva Longoria is an American actress, producer, director, activist, and businesswoman. She is best known for her role as Gabrielle Solis on the ABC television series Desperate Housewives. Her first major role was in the 2002 film The Young and the Restless. She has also appeared in films such as Harsh Times, Over Her Dead Body, and For Greater Glory. Her nickname, Eva (3 letters), and her full name, Eva Longoria (4 letters), are both solutions to this crossword puzzle.