Eva Longoria recently made an intriguing revelation during her appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon—she and Meryl Streep are actually cousins!

The actress shared the surprising news, explaining that they share a common ancestry and are distant relatives. This revelation came as a shock to many fans, especially considering the pair’s vastly different careers and backgrounds.

Meryl Streep and Eva Longoria Cousins

The clip can be found here on @fallontonight TikTok:

Meryl Streep and Eva Longoria Related

During the Tonight Show, Longoria explained that she discovered her and Streep’s familial connection.

This reportedly occurred while participating in the PBS documentary Faces of America. The show, which explores the family histories of notable figures, revealed that the two actresses are related through shared roots in their ancestry. This unexpected discovery delighted fans, who were amazed to learn that two of Hollywood’s most iconic women are linked.

While the news may seem surprising given their different Hollywood personas—Longoria known for her roles in Desperate Housewives and Streep for her acclaimed performances in a wide range of films—many fans found it “fascinating” that two stars from such different spheres of entertainment could be related. Social media quickly buzzed with reactions, with fans expressing how unique and interesting it was that Longoria and Streep shared such a connection.

This moment sparked a wider discussion about genealogy and how even the most unexpected family ties can exist in the world of entertainment. Whether or not the two actresses will now become closer relatives in the public eye remains to be seen, but one thing is for certain: this discovery has given fans something new and exciting to talk about.

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Published by HOLR Magazine

Image Credit: @evalongoria @merylstreep Instagram