Eva Long was born on February 4, 1980, in Newton, Kansas, and grew up across Illinois and Arizona. Before entering the adult industry at age 34 in 2014, she worked in hospitality, managing restaurants and bartending. Her late start didn't hinder her success; she quickly carved a niche as a petite MILF with a fit physique, thanks to her dedication to self-care. Her stage name was inspired by her resemblance to actress Eva Longoria, as suggested by her husband.