Eva's new bob explained

So a lot of peeps have been gossiping about Eva Longoria's rapidly changing image.

First there were allegations that she was preggers because she was spotted looking slightly more padded out than usual.

And when she stepped out this week sporting a brand new bob hairstyle, we all suspected that she had been hit by the Victoria Beckham stick.

But no. Eva's publicist has explained that the Latino star's new image is all because of her role in Desperate Housewives.

Apparently in the new season of the hit show, Eva's character Gabrielle will be transformed from a sexy siren to a washed-out housewife who has let herself go.

Her rep told Access Hollywood: "For the upcoming season of Desperate Housewives Gabrielle has gained weight and cut her hair.

"She is now a worn-out mother with two kids. Eva has enjoyed a more relaxed environment and will even be wearing butt pads and stomach pads."

That explains it then.