Eva Longoria continues to receive payments from her $6 million investment in the 2014 film John Wick, more than a decade after she helped save the project. In a recent interview with Business Insider, Longoria confirmed that her financial support was crucial in closing a funding gap just hours before production was set to halt.
Longoria stepped in to provide the necessary funds less than 24 hours before filming was scheduled to stop completely. She admitted that her decision to invest was impulsive and not based on extensive financial knowledge. “I was in my infancy,” she said, recalling her early days as an investor. “I had no idea how movies were made. I was just told by an agent, who wasn’t even mine, that I should invest my money here.”
Reflecting on her experience, Longoria emphasized the importance of passion in filmmaking. She praised directors Chad Stahelski and David Leitch for their dedication and hard work, stating, “They had seen all the bad movies and knew how to make a good one. They were undeniably passionate, and I knew they were going to make an undeniable product.”
When asked if she still receives checks from her investment, Longoria replied affirmatively but expressed regret at not being involved in the sequels. “What I’m really pissed off about is not being attached to all of the films,” she said.
The original John Wick film has since spawned a successful franchise that has grossed over $1 billion across four movies. Although Longoria did not participate in any of the sequels, the enduring popularity of the first film ensures that she continues to receive royalties. When asked how much she has made from her investment, Longoria estimated it to be “more than double” her initial $6 million.
As a key player behind the John Wick franchise, Longoria enjoys running into its stars and directors around Hollywood. She shared a recent encounter with Keanu Reeves at an art event, where they toasted to the film’s success and celebrated its 10th anniversary.
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