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alert-–-eva-longoria,-49,-and-gloria-estefan,-66,-look-sophisticated-in-elegant-black-gowns-at-the-2024-bezos-courage-and-civility-awards in-washingtonAlert – Eva Longoria, 49, and Gloria Estefan, 66, look sophisticated in elegant black gowns at the 2024 Bezos Courage and Civility Awards in Washington

The 2024 Bezos Courage and Civility Awards took place in Washington, on Thursday.

Eva Longoria, 49, and Gloria Estefan, 66, looked sophisticated in elegant black gowns at the event.

The Desperate Housewives star oozed elegance in her floor-length, textured dress, which featured a demure high-neck design.

Eight-time Grammy Award winner Gloria slipped into a bodycon number, boasting a slash neckline, which she teamed with platform heels and a sleek black bag.

The talented women happily posed together for photographs before mingling with the other impressive attendees at the ceremony.

Eva Longoria , 49, and Gloria Estefan, 66, looked sophisticated in elegant black gowns at the 2024 Bezos Courage and Civility Awards, which took place in Washington, on Thursday

Eva Longoria , 49, and Gloria Estefan, 66, looked sophisticated in elegant black gowns at the 2024 Bezos Courage and Civility Awards, which took place in Washington, on Thursday

The talented women happily posed together for photographs before mingling with the other impressive attendees at the ceremony (Pictured with Ana Navarro)

The talented women happily posed together for photographs before mingling with the other impressive attendees at the ceremony (Pictured with Ana Navarro)

Amazon Founder Jeff Bezos awarded Eva $50 million on the evening

Amazon Founder Jeff Bezos awarded Eva $50 million on the evening

Amazon Founder Jeff Bezos awarded Eva $50 million on the evening, as part of his annual prize to individuals who make significant contributions to society.

Bill McRaven, a retired Navy admiral and former chancellor of the University of Texas System, also received $50 million.

Eva is set to focus on education and entrepreneurship in Latino communities through the Eva Longoria Foundation, which she founded in 2012.

The actress connects Latinos and Latinas in lower-income areas with peer mentors, and also has a start-up fund for Latino-owned small businesses.

Eva told CNN: ‘Of course, I am honored and thrilled personally, but I am even more excited about the impact I think we can have on this country through/by investing in the strength of the Latino community.

‘Latinos in the US are a rapidly growing group with extraordinary potential, but we disproportionately lack the infrastructure opportunity we need and I’m excited to invest in that opportunity.’ 

Before becoming one of the most successful actresses in Hollywood, Eva worked part-time at a Wendy’s restaurant for three years to help earn money for her quinceañera.

She also earned her Bachelor of Science degree in kinesiology at Texas A&M University-Kingsville, before winning the title of Miss Corpus Christi USA.

The mother-of-one shares a five-year-old son Santiago Enrique, with her beloved husband José Bastón, who wed in 2016. 

Billionaire Jeff awards the vast sum annually, to individuals who make significant contributions to society (L-R Jeff Bezos, Lauren Sanchez, Cris Abrego, Eva)

Billionaire Jeff awards the vast sum annually, to individuals who make significant contributions to society (L-R Jeff Bezos, Lauren Sanchez, Cris Abrego, Eva)

Eva was supported by her proud husband Jose Baston, who was dapper in a grey suit

Eva was supported by her proud husband Jose Baston, who was dapper in a grey suit

Bill McRaven, a retired Navy admiral and former chancellor of the University of Texas System, also received $50 million (Pictured next to Eva)

Bill McRaven, a retired Navy admiral and former chancellor of the University of Texas System, also received $50 million (Pictured next to Eva)

Eva smiled widely for a snap with Laura Sanchez and Nina Garci­a

Eva smiled widely for a snap with Laura Sanchez and Nina Garci­a

The actress blew out the candles on a celebration cake

The actress blew out the candles on a celebration cake

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