Here’s the tale of their love story from their first encounter to their wedding to starting a family.
2013
“I was ending a toxic relationship, and he was also coming out of a partnership, so there wasn’t a genuine bond. As a result, we engaged in a pleasant conversation, but a true connection was absent,” Longoria shared with People in 2017 regarding their initial encounter. The pair crossed paths on two occasions before developing a romantic interest in each other.
Half a year later, they encountered each other once more through the identical mutual acquaintance who initially introduced them.
She exclaimed, “Who is this gentleman?!” I pondered, ‘He was incredibly captivating, delightful, endearing, and amusing. He possessed the utmost attractive appearance I had ever witnessed.’ “It was an instant connection,” she expressed. “There was a radiant aura surrounding him, and it felt as if the stereotypical angels were singing.”
Pepe is a mature, essentially, and established elderly gentleman that I’ve dated, one of the initial gentlemen, and he is as gentle as an individual with whom I am so delighted and thrilled to be with, about everything that transpires between us, from the utmost peak, I desire to shout. She carried on.
The day following their second encounter, they went on a lunch date that lasted for four hours.
November 2013
They made their first public appearance on the red carpet on November 15, 2013, at the Museo Jumex Opening dinner.
March 2014
In her conversation with Parade, Longoria enthusiastically shared about her partner of one year, expressing, “I am drawn to wit and intelligence in a gentleman. Allow me to inform you, I am incredibly fortunate in my life.”
May 2015
The pair participate in the Cannes Film Festival as a team.
December 2015
She posted about their engagement in December 2015, showing off a ring set with a ruby in diamonds. While visiting Dubai, Bastón asked Longoria to marry him.
“Ummmm so this occurred….#Engaged #Dubai #Happiness,” Longoria captioned the image of the couple kissing on the stunning sand dunes.
January 2016
During an episode of Today, Longoria discussed the progress of her wedding planning.
Longoria stated, “We haven’t even talked about it.” “I imply, I’m still in the radiance of the commitment, and it was such an unforeseen occurrence … So we’re still taking in that instant.”
“I never discuss him!” She exclaimed, “He’s truly reserved, so I never speak about him!”. “He’s phenomenal, he’s stunning and truly the most compassionate individual I’ve ever encountered,” she included.
“She mentioned that we will discuss the grand plump Mexican wedding,” she expressed, further stating, “I’m still praising him for the exquisite and astonishing event. We are still processing that particular moment. It took place in Dubai, in the midst of the desert. It was an unexpected occurrence, but she did disclose some information about the proposal.”
May 2016
Additionally fulfilling the role of a bridesmaid, Victoria Beckham created the gown Longoria donned for the occasion. In the town of Valle de Bravo, located in Mexico, at the residence of Bastón, the couple exchanged vows on May 21, 2016.
Longoria posted a picture of their wedding bands and briefly described the ceremony in an Instagram post.
She wrote a caption for it, saying, “My feet are in pain #I’m still feeling light #Grateful, the knot was tied by me and Pepe, and we were surrounded by a small gathering of people in our garden.”
Notable guests at the event included Ricky Martin, Mario Lopez, Melanie Griffith, and David Beckham accompanied by his spouse.
June 2016
While promoting her film Lowriders, Longoria divulged additional information about the wedding to journalists.
“I can’t handle any more surprises like the one that was the surprise of going to explode my heart. So, throughout the night, there were many memorable moments—another surprise was a surprising video, a surprising singer— all of it kind of blurred because of the tequila,” she said.
She exclaimed, “My cheeks are sore from laughing and grinning so much. It was fantastic.”
October 2016
Almost six months after getting married and three years after their initial meeting, Longoria asserts that she is still overjoyed with her significant other.
The actress expressed, “Our wedding did not alter our connection.” It’s astounding. Our wedding was merely a splendid gathering to commemorate with everyone, but in terms of marriage, we are still buoyant from three years of companionship. People inquire about our married life now, but we were perpetually united in our hearts and spirits.
May 2017
On their one-year anniversary, Longoria shared with People some insights about life as a married couple.
“She stated that he is the individual who renders everything extraordinary and valuable. It’s not that I enjoy the institution of marriage–I relish being united with him. People frequently inquire, ‘Do you relish being married?’ It’s as if individuals become greatly irritated with us due to the immense love we share! My spouse is the most wonderful aspect of existence.”
She noted that they can sustain a feeling of freshness and also possess a strong connection as though they have been familiar for an extended period.
Longoria elaborated, “On certain occasions, it appears as if we have been in a relationship for four decades, while on other occasions, it feels as though we have only recently encountered each other.” “Our compatibility is exceptional. He suggests, ‘Shall we engage in paddle boarding,’ and I respond, ‘Fantastic!’ If I propose having sushi, he replies, ‘Certainly.’ We share a mutual passion for similar aspects such as family, friends, and exploring the world, which means that there is not much we have individually discovered about one another, but there is a wealth of knowledge we have acquired together about life.”
December 2017
They are filled with excitement about the growth of their family, and she adores his children. The notion that she is more receptive to this idea has led her to embrace the role of a stepmother and meet Pepe. While it was not her primary focus, she genuinely loves children. The couple, as confirmed by their representatives on December 19, 2017, disclosed that they were expecting their first child together—a baby boy, according to a source quoted by People.
January 2018
Longoria celebrated the New Year’s Day by posting a picture of her baby bump on Instagram, while being with her family and wearing a plaid pajama set.
She wrote in the caption, “I’m so grateful to my beautiful family for giving me this new baby in 2018. I love them so much! New adventures, new year!”
June 2018
On June 19, 2018, Longoria and Bastón celebrated the arrival of their son, Santiago Enrique.
She posted multiple pictures of young Santi during his initial weeks, such as this one of him wearing a soccer shirt.
Additionally, she expressed gratitude towards the personnel who assisted her during the childbirth.
June 2019
Longoria celebrated Bastón on Father’s Day 2019, sharing a rare family photo where they’re standing in front of the Brooklyn Bridge together.
My love! ❤️❤️❤️ Joyful Father’s Day! 😉🤞🏼 We are in excellent condition if Santi becomes half the person you are. Because you exist in my existence, I am an improved woman. Obviously, your attractiveness, your generous heart, your empathy, and your benevolence are the traits I wish for Santi to inherit from you. I am amazed to witness how much more your heart expanded upon his arrival, and you have been an extraordinary father to your three children prior to Santi. Our beautiful Santi came into our lives, and I can’t even recall the days preceding. She expressed, “God placed this incredible individual in my journey.”
April 2022
“💕 I love you my love!!!!” Happy birthday to the best soulmate, partner, friend, son, father, and husband ever! May you deserve and receive support and love from this family and may you fill this earth with happiness every day! Happy birthday to the best human being on this planet,” Longoria celebrated her husband’s birthday by writing on Instagram.
August 2022
On her podcast Connections, Longoria discussed why her union with Bastón thrives: the process of getting older.
Longoria exclaimed, “no, hold on, my third,” during my second marriage… Why would I think that? “But I truly believe that finding love at the age of 40 – I met Pepe when I was 40 and he was 50 – It was simply a matter of, ‘Can we simply cherish this life together?’ I mean, I do occasionally get angry at him for small things like the toothbrush.”.