A handsome Hollywood actor, Chris Evans has captured the hearts of audeinces far and wide with his wide range of projects and characters. In a world where celebrity influence can often be fleeting, Evans is using his star power for good. From his philanthropic efforts to his love for his dog Dodger, Evans is making a positive impact.
After guest spots on TV, Evans made his film debut in the teen movie spoof Not Another Teen Movie (2001). He later starred in the teen caper The Perfect Score and celluloid thriller Cellular (2004).
Personal Background
In addition to starring in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Evans has starred in a number of other films and television shows. He made his debut in 2000 with a small role on the TV series Opposite Sex, and then landed a larger part in the drama/action film The Fugitive.
The following year, Evans nabbed his first leading man role in Cellular, a kidnapping thriller with Jason Statham and Kim Basinger. He continued to hone his acting chops in the coming years with roles in Not Another Teen Movie, The Perfect Score, and Free Guy.
In 2022, Evans distanced himself from his wholesome superhero image by taking on the role of an obnoxious playboy in Rian Johnson’s murder mystery Knives Out. He also acted in the Apple TV+ miniseries Defending Jacob and voiced Buzz Lightyear in Disney/Pixar’s Toy Story spinoff, Lightyear (2022). He continues to star as Captain America for the MCU. Evans is an advocate for equality and supports numerous charities.
Acting Career
Bitten by the acting bug as a child, Chris Evans started out with school plays and theater camp, then moved to local community theater. He secured an internship for a casting office and befriended agents, and after graduating from high school, he decided to focus on film and television.
His first film appearance was a minor role in the comedy Opposite Sex (2000), but he soon broke into more substantial fare. He appeared in a few TV pilots and a listless teen comedy, She’s All That (1999), before scoring a lead role in the B movie Cellular (2004), about students who plan to steal answers from an SAT exam.
In 2011, he starred as Captain America in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and his earnestness and eye-popping physique have made him one of Hollywood’s biggest stars. He’s also shown off his acting chops in movies such as Kenneth Lonergan’s Lobby Hero (2019), Rian Johnson’s Knives Out (2019) and the animated Free Guy (2022). Evans loves tap dancing, and he demonstrated his skill on The Ellen DeGeneres Show in 2017. His biggest childhood crush was actress Sandra Bullock.
Philanthropic Efforts
Evans has taken a keen interest in supporting important causes. He has been active in environmental activism, and he is committed to helping others remove the stigma around mental health challenges.
He also has an incredible ability to connect with audiences and take a personal approach when working on projects. For example, when Brie Larson launched a GoFundMe campaign to support girls and women going to see Captain Marvel in theaters, Evans joined in to help raise funds for the cause. He also made sure to share the GoFundMe on his social media channels with millions of followers.
He has held fundraisers for Christopher’s Haven, a charity that helps families of children undergoing cancer treatments in Boston. The actor has also been a spokesman for several brands including Audi, Gucci, Samsung, and Hyundai. Evans is also a celebrity ambassador for Save the Children. He recently brought one lucky fan who donated to the organization to the Avengers: Endgame premiere in Hollywood.
Current Projects
After a successful run as Captain America in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Evans will take on roles that showcase his range. He is slated to star in the Apple TV+ series Ghosted alongside Ana de Armas and will also appear in David Yates’s crime drama Pain Hustlers opposite Emily Blunt.
Chris Evans will team up with his Avengers co-star Scarlett Johansson in the upcoming film Little Shop of Horrors as Orin Scrivello, the evil dentist. He will also star in a new Amazon Studios action-adventure film titled Red One with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.
Other notable projects include Skydance Studio’s Bermuda which is set in the mysterious area of the Bermuda Triangle where planes and ships have gone missing. Evans will also step into the shoes of legendary actor Gene Kelly in a new film project that is being directed by John Logan.
