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. She has also appeared in films such as Harsh Times, The Sentinel, and Over Her Dead Body. Longoria has been involved in numerous philanthropic activities, including her work with the National Council of La Raza, the Hispanic Scholarship Fund, and the Eva Longoria Foundation, which helps Latinas build better futures through education and entrepreneurship.