20 celebrities who worked unexpected jobs before Hollywood

"Modì – Three Days On The Wing Of Madness" - Red Carpet - The 19th Rome Film Festival - Source: Getty
"Modì – Three Days On The Wing Of Madness" - Red Carpet - The 19th Rome Film Festival - Source: Getty

18) Eva Longoria

Celebrity Sightings In New York City - October 29, 2024 - Source: Getty
Celebrity Sightings In New York City - October 29, 2024 - Source: Getty

Eva Longoria worked at Wendy's before landing the role of Desperate Housewives. She has spoken warmly of her time at the fast-food restaurant, crediting it with teaching her the lessons of hard work and dedication. Longoria's time at Wendy's was not just a survival job but one that instilled values she carried into her successful acting and producing career. These early days of hard work and persistence are central to her approach to the entertainment industry.

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Edited by Vishal Kataria