Jose Baston-Biography
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Jose Baston is a Mexican businessman and media mogul who made his wealth as the president of Televisa, Mexico’s largest television network. However, Jose is likely better known to the world as the spouse of Eva Longoria, a well-known actress, and businesswoman. Jose and Eva were married in 2016.
Jose Baston’s Untold Story: Age, Childhood, and Education
Baston was born on April 13, 1968, in Mexico City, Mexico, to Gloria Pation and Ricardo Alfredo Baston Talamantes – his father died in 2008 – and no information is available regarding his siblings if he has any.
His education is likewise unknown to the media, as he has kept these details private thus far.
Jose’s seclusion has followed him into adulthood, and much information is unavailable. There is no information regarding his employment before joining Televisa; he became the director of Grupo Televisa, S.A.B in 2011. It is Latin America’s largest media company, and its exposure and riches have grown as a result.
In addition to his role at Televisa, Jose serves on the board of directors of Univision and as president of International Television and Contents, a global TV business networking and information platform.
Net Worth, Height, Weight, and Appearance of Jose Baston
Jose Baston is one of Mexico’s most wealthy businessmen, and his fortune has grown significantly since assuming the presidency. Jose’s net worth is expected to be $20 million as of early 2020, according to sources.
Jose Baston is 5ft 7ins (1.73m) tall and weighs 154lbs 70kgs. His vital statistics are unknown, although he has a fit physique. His eyes are brown, and his hair is black.
Jose is a highly stylish man who is always concerned with what he wears. He likes square pocket pants but nearly always wears a suit, garnering him the nickname Mr. Fancy Pants from his wife.
Jose Baston’s Personal Affairs, Marriage, and Children
When Jose met Eva, he had already experienced one disastrous marriage. Jose was married to former model and actress Natalia Esperon from 1995 to 2005, and they had four children – Natalia, who was born before the wedding ceremony, and triplets, two sons and a daughter, although Sebastian died just a few days after birth.
Jose and Eva met for the first time on a blind date in 2013 through a mutual friend, but there was no connection between them at the time. Six months later, though, they reconnected and began dating.
Jose proposed to Eva two years later while they were in Dubai, and the wedding took place on May 21, 2016. The wedding was widely publicized, and visitors included Ricky Martin, Mario Lopez, David and Victoria Beckham, and others. Jose and Eva have since had a son named Santiago Enrique, who was born in June 2018.
Eva Longoria is Jose Baston’s wife.
Eva Jacqueline Longoria was born on March 15, 1975, in Corpus Christi, Texas, USA, as the youngest child of Enrique Longoria Jr. and his wife Ella Eva Longoria (nee Mireles).
She was reared Roman Catholic, despite her mixed background, which includes Mayan roots, and despite her Latin lineage, she didn’t learn a single word of Spanish until 2009. Eva began working part-time at Wendy’s for three years while in high school to save money for her quinceanera, a party held in honor of the 15th birthday that is common in Latin countries or families.
She enrolled at Texas A&M University- Kingsville after matriculation and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in kinesiology. Eva competed in beauty pageants during her university years, winning Miss Corpus Christi USA in 1998. She then earned a master’s degree in Chicano Studies from California State University, Northridge.
Career as an Actor
Eva’s career began in the early 2000s when she appeared as a guest star on the TV show “Beverly Hills, 90210.” She was cast as Isabella Brana in the soap opera “General Hospital” in 2001, and she appeared in 275 episodes till 2003, earning her national acclaim. She then moved on to the sitcom “Dragnet,” where she played Detective Gloria Duran. But it was in 2004 that she landed her career-defining role as Gabrielle Solis/Lang in the TV comedy-drama series “Desperate Housewives,” which ran from 2004 to 2012. She got multiple prizes for her depiction of Gabrielle, as well as a Golden Globe Award nomination.
During the 2000s, she appeared in a number of other popular projects, like the film “Harsh Times” (2005), then Jill Marin in the film “The Sentinel” (2006), among others.
She returned to the big screen in 2014 with the lead part in the western “Frontera,” and in 2018 she co-starred with Eugenio Derbez and Anna Faris in the romantic comedy “Overboard.” She appeared in the film “Dora and the Lost City of Gold” the following year, and she has most recently worked on the films “All-Star Weekend” and “24-7.”
Other Passions
Eva is also a director and producer, with credits including the TV shows “Devious Maids” and “Grand Hotel.”
She is also a successful entrepreneur, owning and operating various restaurants and nightclubs, notably the Beso restaurant and Kiss, a Victorian-themed nightclub.
She has created a collection of women’s sportswear through Sunrise Brands, as well as her original apparel brand on her own website.
Eva is also a humanitarian, working with several philanthropic organizations such as the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, Project HOME, and many more, as well as her own Eva’s Heroes charity that assists disabled children.
Personal Information and Net Worth
Eva has a history of partnerships; she was married to actor Tyler Christopher from 2002 to 2004, following which she met NBA player Tony Parker and the two began a romantic relationship. They married in 2007 but divorced in 2011 after Eva discovered Parker was cheating on her.
Eva’s professional efforts have all contributed to her fortune, and her net worth is believed to be $50 million as of early 2020, according to sources.