Chris Evans is a successful film actor. He gained fame by playing several superheroes. At first, viewers could see him in the form of the Human Torch. Several years later, Chris starred as the First Avenger. But in his filmography there are many other fairly successful projects.
Chris Evans's full name is Christopher Robert Evans. Was born in 1981. This event took place in Boston on June 13th. Parents had nothing to do with cinema. My father worked as a dentist, and my mother ran a youth theater and was fond of dancing.
Chris did not live long in Boston. Parents decided to move when he was still a child. The future actor spent his childhood in Sudbury.
Chris already at a young age amazed the people around him with his artistry. He never sat still, always ran somewhere and did something. Parents, looking at this, decided that an energetic child should be sent to some section. As a result, Chris began to study dancing. But not in a dance club, but under the vigilant supervision of my mother.
Chris found a common language with his peers quite easily. He is able to easily become the soul of the company in no time. I learned about the profession of an actor from my sister, who performed on the theater stage. Looking at Carly, Chris decided to connect his life with cinema.
In 1999, the actor decided to move to New York. At first he rented a tiny apartment in Brooklyn. Educated at the Lee Strasberg Institute. In parallel with the training, filming began in the cinema.
Successful film career
Chris found his first agent while still at school. He came to New York for an internship. He began to regularly attend television auditions. At this time, his first contract was signed.
The film debut took place a year later. Chris could be seen in the movie "Opposite Sex". The multi-part project did not bring much success to the novice actor. It was decided to stop filming as early as episode 8 due to low ratings. Despite the fact that our hero played the role of the leading character, he did not become famous.
A couple of months later, Chris starred in the movie New Arrivals. Kate Bosworth worked with him on the set. But this project did not affect the popularity of the talented guy in any way.
The first fame came thanks to the comedy film "Non-Children's Cinema". Chris appeared in front of the audience as the leading character. Critics did not appreciate the motion picture. But the audience liked the comedy project. Thanks to this picture, Chris Evans began to receive invitations from eminent directors.
In the movie "Top Score", Chris starred with another "avenger" - Scarlett Johansson. This is their first joint project. Then there was the motion picture "Cell", in which Jason Stethem starred with Chris. Despite the low ratings, critics praised Chris Evans' acting skills.
The first fame for the talented actor came after the release of the movie "Fantastic Four". Chris starred as the Human Torch. It was planned that three films will be released. But only 2 parts were filmed. The third film had to be abandoned due to critics. In addition, it was decided to reboot the series with a new cast.
In 2007, Chris Evans and Scarlett Johansson met again on the set. Together they starred in the motion picture Nanny's Diary. A few months later, Chris, along with Keanu Reeves and Hugh Laurie, began work on the creation of the movie Street Kings.
Superhero with shield
Chris's popularity skyrocketed after the release of The First Avenger. Viewers saw the talented actor in the form of Captain America. However, Chris did not immediately agree to take part in the filming. He didn’t want to sign a long-term agreement. The contract implied that Chris will star in 9 projects.
Scared Chris and popularity. He saw what was happening around Robert Downey Jr. after the release of the movie "Iron Man". Chris doubted he wanted such a stir around him. However, he still agreed. His friends persuaded.
To get used to the image of the Captain, Chris had to train for several hours a day. For several months, he visited the gym to get in shape. For all the time of training, I gained 10 kg. muscle mass and significantly increased endurance.
After the release of the film "The First Avenger" Chris Evans received the award. Critics called him "the best superhero." Thanks to the project, the actor became known all over the world.
Chris Evans appeared in all parts of The Avengers, and also starred in 3 films dedicated to Captain America.
Chris also starred in other projects. You can see him in such tapes as "Gifted", "How much do you have?", "The Fifth Dimension", "Losers", "Before We Part" and "Knives Bare". At the present stage, Chris is working on the creation of projects "Jekyll" and "Greenland".
Off the set
There are many rumors about Chris Evans' personal life. At various times, journalists talked about romances with such actresses as Jessica Biel, Ashley Greene, Lily Collins, Christina Ricci, Jennifer Lawrence.
Fans are constantly monitoring the relationship with Scarlett Johansson. Despite the fact that the actors themselves did not give any reason for rumors, the fans even invented a special term - Evansson.
In 1999, Chris met with a colleague on the set, Kate Bosworth. The novel did not last long. The actors were together for only a year. The reasons for the separation are unknown.
Chris dated Jessica Biel for 5 years. The acquaintance took place while working on the "Cellular" film project. Although the actors parted, they managed to maintain friendly relations.
Chris met with Minka Kelly. But the affair with the actress lasted until the first serious quarrel. There was an attempt to start all over again. But it took the actors several months to understand that the relationship would not lead to anything good.
Then there was a relationship with Jenny Slate, whom I met while working on the creation of the "Gifted" project. The novel lasted a year.
At the present stage, nothing is known about Chris Evans' personal life. He has said more than once that he will connect his life only with that actress who is able to withstand the costs of this difficult profession.
Interesting Facts
- Chris Evans is a family man. He tries to spend all his free time with loved ones.
- Chris has been a vegetarian for a long time. However, he had to go back to eating food of animal origin while filming superhero films.
- Chris Evans is afraid of heights. He travels by plane only in extreme cases.
- In addition to filming a movie, Chris plays tennis and basketball. He knows how to draw well, sings and dances beautifully. The actor is involved in charity work.
- Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner, Robert Downey Jr., Chris Hemsworth got the same tattoo on their arm - the superhero logo with the number 6 in the center. The number symbolizes the number of heroes who appeared in the very first project.
- Chris Evans doesn't have an Instagram page. Photos about Captain America's life are posted by fans.
