Chris Evans is an American actor and filmmaker best known for his superhero roles as Captain America in Captain America and Avengers films and Human Torch in the Fantastic Four film series. In addition to these roles, he has played lead roles in Gifted, Before We Go, Sunshine, Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, Snowpiercer, Gifted, and Knives Out. With a blend of talent, charm, and dedication, Evans has built a remarkable career spanning over two decades. So, who is Chris Evans? Here’s everything we know about the actor.
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Chris Evans Biography
He was born on the 13th of June 1981, in Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America. He’s currently 43 years old.
| Birth Name | Christopher Robert Evans |
| Nickname | Chris, Cevans |
| Date of Birth | June 13, 1981 |
| Place of Birth | Boston, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Age | 43 years old |
| Sun Sign | Gemini |
| Profession | Actor, Director |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | Irish and Italian |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Spouse | Alba Baptista |
| Children | 0 |
Family
- Father – G. Robert “Bob” Evans III (Dentist)
- Mother – Lisa Marie (née Capuano) (Artistic Director at the Concord Youth Theater)
- Siblings – Scott Evans (Younger Brother) (Actor), Carly (Older Sister), Shanna (Younger Sister) (English Teacher)
Education
Growing up in Sudbury, Massachusetts, Evans attended the Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School. After graduating in 1999, he moved to New York City to attend the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute, where he studied acting. He was actively involved in school and local theatre productions throughout his teenage years.
Chris Evans Love Life
Over the years, Evans has been linked to several high-profile relationships. He dated actress Jessica Biel from 2001 to 2006, and they starred in several films together. Evans was also romantically linked to actresses Minka Kelly and Jenny Slate, the latter of whom he dated on and off between 2016 and 2018.
In addition, he was also romantically involved with Christina Ricci, Amy Smart, Sandra Bullock, Lucy Pinder, Lily James, and Lily Collins.
He is currently dating actress Alba Baptista. They both entered into a relationship in 2022 and married on September 9, 2023, in Massachusetts.
Physical Statistics
| Height | Feet – 6 feet Centimeters – 183 cm Meters – 1.83 m |
| Weight | Kilograms – 88 kg Pounds – 194 lbs |
| Body Build | Athletic |
| Eye Color | Bluish Green |
| Hair Color | Light Brown |
| Sexuality | Straight |
| Shoe Size | 11 (US) |
Professional Statistics
Film Debut
Chris Evans’s first credited film appearance was as Judd in the 2000 American family drama film, The Newcomers.
Television Debut
In 2000, Evans played Cary Baston in the American comedy-drama series, Opposite Sex. His performance in the series earned him rave reviews and took him to the limelight.
He made his Broadway debut as Bill in Lobby Hero at the Helen Hayes Theatre.
Famous For
Playing superhero roles as Johnny Storm / Human Torch in Fantastic Four (2005) and Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer (2007), and Steve Rogers / Captain America in Captain America: The First Avenger (2011) The Avengers (2012), Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014), Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015), Captain America: Civil War (2016), and Avengers: Infinity War (2018).
Favorite Things
- Food – Pizza
- Music Genre – Classic Rock
- Singer – Michael Jackson
- Movies – Braveheart (1995), Hurlyburly (1998), The Royal Tenenbaums (2001).
- TV Shows – The Simpsons (1989)
Chris Evans Net Worth
As of 2024, Chris Evans has a net worth of $110 million. He lives in Los Angeles and owns a Ferrari among other top-notch cars.
Chris Evans Facts
Chris is good friends with Anthony Mackie, Cobie Smulders, Hayley Atwell, John Krasinski, Chris Hemsworth, Sebastian Stan, and Chris Pratt.
Evans modeled for “Tyler” in Hasbro’s board game Mystery Date in 1999.
He was named among People magazine’s “Hottest Bachelors” in 2006.
Evans was ranked #18 on E! Television’s 2006 101 Sexiest Celebrity Bodies.
In 2011, Chris Evans received the Scream Award for Best Superhero for his role in Captain America: The First Avenger.
In 2015, he won the People’s Choice Award for Favorite Action Movie Actor for Captain America: The Winter Soldier.
He is a strong supporter of LGBT rights.
Chris Evans has a Bulldog named East, who is also half-American and half-English.
He initially turned down the role of Captain America as he did not want to get locked into a single long-term project. He signed a six-movie contract with Marvel which ended with the first part of Avengers: Infinity War.
He has a great interest in the philosophies of Buddhism.
Evans is a fan of the New England Patriots.
In 2023, he starred opposite Ana de Armas in the Apple TV+ action comedy film Ghosted, which was directed by Dexter Fletcher.