Longoria, 30, star of the television series Desperate Housewives, has taken first place in the list of the most famous and successful women of the year, including actresses, singers, and sports players from around the world.
According to the magazine editors, "These are the women whose names are on the lips of people the world over, whose careers are headed for the dizziest heights and whose looks will scorch the back off your retina."
Coming in second on the list was Evangeline Lilly (Lost), followed by Jennifer Garner, Lindsay Lohan, Jessica Alba, Rachel Bilson (The O.C.), Angelina Jolie, Brittany Murphy, Jessica Simpson and Sara Foster.
Longoria was in the 91st position in 2004. "This year has been amazing for me," commented the actress.