Eva Longoria Reflects on 'Ugly Duckling' Past, Upcoming Film Release

Eva Longoria, now 50, recently shared insights about her upbringing, revealing that she felt like the 'ugly duckling' among her three blonde sisters. In an interview with Today, she explained that this perception led her to focus on being 'funny' and 'smart' rather than dwelling on her looks. Longoria recalled her childhood on a Texas ranch, where she participated in daily chores like milking cows and gathering eggs, which shaped her work ethic. Despite her early insecurities, she went on to achieve success in Hollywood, landing the iconic role of Gabrielle Solis in 'Desperate Housewives.' She also highlighted how her initial foray into acting began unexpectedly while pursuing a degree in kinesiology, funded by a beauty pageant scholarship. Longoria's latest project is a family film titled 'Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Road Trip,' set to release soon, which she looks forward to sharing with her son.