Eva Longoria: 2020 Election Is Bigger Than Any Candidate (Guest Column)

Radio, I’ve just about had enough of you and your abandonment of your defining purpose as broadcasters. With the coronavirus pandemic now ravaging everyday life and suspending every reliable comfort from work routines to sports and entertainment or actual human contact, we’re looking for steadiness somewhere — an echo of the familiar, a kindred connection.  Anything to tether us to something recognizable. A service the radio dial used to provide.

Who are you staying home for? That's exactly what stars like David Beckham and Eva Longoria are answering, thanks to a social media campaign encouraging everyone to share why they're social distancing in response to the coronavirus outbreak.  Kevin Bacon launched the initiative to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 with a cheeky spin on the eponymous concept that we're all just "six degrees" apart from each other.  "So if you're home too like me, post a video or photo with a sign like mine,

Although I never realized this reality until recently, most of my adult life has been invested in training for the coronavirus pandemic. As a cardiac surgeon, my highlight reel never included media, but after opening one too many chests with a band saw became overwhelmingly disheartening (figuratively and literally) I realized many of the indications for surgery could have been prevented through lifestyle changes.

Eva Longoria celebrated her special day in a sweet way. The Grand Hotel producer celebrated her 45th birthday on March 15, and took to social media to share a throwback in honor of the occasion. “Grateful for another year around the sun…thank you family and friends for the love.” Next to the caption was a photo of a young Eva posing for a school picture. Fans couldn’t help but point out how much she and her baby boy Santiago favor each other in the picture.

It might be hard to believe it due to her glowing skin and flawless features but Eva Longoria actually just turned 45!

Eva Longoria has worn many hats in her career -- and continues to do so. The 45-year-old entertainer has gone from acting to producing to directing and loves to challenge herself in new ways, both in front of and behind the camera.

Oh, Wisteria Lane. Never in the history of television has one cul-de-sac been the epicenter for more death and destruction, calamity and comedy.

Eva Longoria is spending her day running a few errands.

Convicted rapist Harvey Weinstein receiving a 23-year jail sentence was the fairy tale Once Upon a Time in Hollywood ending that I was hoping for. Weinstein’s incarceration proves justice can be grossly delayed, but eventually delivered.

Ten years ago, when I was with a star, I was never the star — ever. But today, I don't believe that holds true for stylists.

For years now there has been a pervasive feeling among the American people that our political system is just not working the way it should. Time and again, we have seen politicians fail to take action on policies with broad popular support.

Now more than ever, women in entertainment are using their voices to not only raise awareness for a cause, but also to inspire others.

Editor's note: This story was originally published in the wake of the 2016 election. It feels necessary again in light of recent events. Take comfort where you can.