Eva Longoria: Role model women meant ‘I always knew I’d be successful’ Eva Longoria, the Hollywood actress, producer, and businesswoman, has reflected on how growing up around successful women shaped her confidence in her own future. Speaking to the Press Association, she emphasized that the presence of strong female role models in her life—such as her mother and aunt—instilled in her a belief that she would achieve success, regardless of the path she chose. “I always knew I’d be successful because every woman around me was successful,” she said. While she admitted uncertainty about her specific career trajectory, she maintained a steadfast belief in her ability to succeed. Longoria’s remarks come amid her involvement in a global initiative led by tech companies Lenovo and Intel. The campaign, named Backing Every Business, aims to connect entrepreneurs through mentorship, AI-powered tools, and financial support. As part of the program, selected founders will receive guidance from Longoria, access to advanced technology, and a $10,000 grant. The initiative underscores her long-standing commitment to supporting female entrepreneurs, particularly within Latino communities, through her Eva Longoria Foundation. The actress also addressed the growing impact of artificial intelligence on the media and creative industries. She acknowledged the uncertainty surrounding AI’s role, noting that its influence could either enhance or disrupt content creation. “AI is definitely at the forefront of everybody’s mind in the media landscape,” she said. She expressed concerns about the potential for AI to replace jobs and distort information, particularly in the production of news and public discourse. “Where AI makes me nervous is in the manufacturing of news and information—not truth, but information,” she warned.#eva_longoria #lenovo #intel #press_association #backing_every_business
