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Pain Hustlers (2023) – As Pete Brenner
Ghosted (2023) – As Cole Turner
The Gray Man (2022) - As Lloyd Hansen
Lightyear (2022) – Sebagai Buzz Lightyear (pengisi suara)
Don’t Look Up (2021) - as Devin Peters (cameo, uncredited)
Free Guy (2021) - as himself (cameo, uncredited)
Knives Out (2019) – Sebagai Hugh “Ransom” Drysdale
The Red Sea Diving Resort (2019) – As Ari Levinson
Avengers: Endgame (2019) – Sebagai Steve Rogers / Captain America
Captain Marvel (2019) – Sebagai Steve Rogers / Captain America (cameo post-credits, tidak dikreditkan)
Avengers: Infinity War (2018) – Sebagai Steve Rogers / Captain America
Gifted (2017) - As Frank Adler
Captain America: Civil War (2016) – Sebagai Steve Rogers / Captain America
Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015) – Sebagai Steve Rogers / Captain America
Playing It Cool (2014) – Sebagai Narrator / Me
Before We Go (2014) – as Nick Vaughan (also director)
Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014) – Sebagai Steve Rogers / Captain America
Snowpiercer (2013) – Sebagai Curtis Everett
Thor: The Dark World (2013) – as Loki disguised as Captain America (cameo, uncredited)
The Iceman (2012) - As Robert “Mr. Freezy” Pronge
The Avengers (2012) – Sebagai Steve Rogers / Captain America
Captain America: The First Avenger (2011) – Sebagai Steve Rogers / Captain America
What’s Your Number? (2011) – As Colin Shea
Puncture (2011) - As Mike Weiss
Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010) - As Lucas Lee
The Losers (2010) - As Jensen
Push (2009) - As Nick Gant
The Loss of a Teardrop Diamond (2008) – As Jimmy Dobyne
Street Kings (2008) – Sebagai Detective Paul Diskant
The Nanny Diaries (2007) – Sebagai Hayden “Harvard Hottie”
Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer (2007) – Sebagai Johnny Storm / Human Torch
Sunshine (2007) - As James Mace
TMNT (2007) – as Casey Jones (voice)
London (2005) - As Syd
Fantastic Four (2005) – Sebagai Johnny Storm / Human Torch
Fierce People (2005) – Sebagai Bryce Langley
Cellular (2004) – As Ryan Hewitt
The Perfect Score (2004) - As Kyle
Not Another Teen Movie (2001) – Sebagai Jake Wyler
The Newcomers (2000) – as Judd (film debut)

Biography

Full Name: Christopher Robert Evans
Date Of Birth: June 13, 1981
Place Of Birth: Boston, Massachusetts, Amerika Serikat
National: United States
Jobs: Actor, Producer, Director
Height: 183 cm (6 feet)
ZodiacGemini
Marital Status: Married to Alba Baptista (2023-present)

Early Life

Christopher Robert Evans lahir di Boston, Massachusetts, dan dibesarkan di kota kecil Sudbury, Massachusetts. He is the second child of Lisa Capuano, an artistic director at Concord Youth Theatre, and G. Robert Evans III, a dentist. Chris has mixed Italian and Irish blood on his mother's side as well as English, German, Scottish and Welsh ancestry on his father's side. Chris ' parents divorced in 1999, an event that he admits influenced his emotions and views on the family.

Chris has three siblings: older sister Carly (teacher and former theater actress), older sister Shanna, and younger brother Scott Evans, who is also an actor (best known for his roles in the series One Life to Live). Their uncle, Mike Capuano, is a well-known politician who served as mayor of Somerville (1990-1999) and member of the U.S. House of Representatives (1999-2019). Evans ' family was raised in a Catholic environment, but Chris later revealed that he was more inclined towards spirituality than formal religion, influenced by Buddhism and Eastern philosophy.

Since childhood, Chris showed interest in performing arts. He often performed in local theater productions, including musicals Bye Bye Birdie sebagai Randolph MacAfee. He also attended acting camps and enjoyed performing family dramas with his siblings during Christmas celebrations. In the summer before his final year of high school, Chris went to New York City and took acting classes at the Lee Strasberg Theater and Film Institute, which solidified his ambition to become a professional actor.

Chris lulus dari Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School pada tahun 1999. At school, he was active in the drama club and played the main roles in such productions as The Winter’s Tale works of Shakespeare. He was a school friend of actor Jeremy Strong (Succession), who later became a famous star. After graduation, Chris moved to Los Angeles to pursue an acting career.

Early Career

Chris's career began with small steps. In 1997, he appeared in a short educational film Biodiversity: Wild About Life!. In 1999, he became the model for the character “Tyler” in the board game Mystery Date by Hasbro, an experience he found funny and simple. In 2000, she got her first television role in a teen comedy series Opposite Sex, although the series lasted only eight episodes. He also appeared as a guest in series such as Boston Public and The Fugitive.

Chris's feature film Debut took place in 2000 in The Newcomers, a little-known family film. He is also involved in horror films Cherry Falls (2000), but this project failed to be released in theaters and was only available on television.

Career Breakthrough

2001-2007: teen comedy and early roles Chris began to gain attention in 2001 through teen comedy films Not Another Teen Movie, where he played Jake Wyler, a popular high school athlete. The Film, despite mixed reviews, helped introduce his name to a wider audience. In 2004, he starred The Perfect Score with Scarlett Johansson, a comedy about a group of students trying to steal SAT exam answers, and Cellular (2004), an action thriller with Kim Basinger and Jason Statham.

In 2005, Chris got a prominent role as Johnny Storm / Human Torch in Fantastic Four (2005), a superhero adaptation of Marvel Comics. His humorous and charismatic role received praise, and he reprised the role in the sequel Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer (2007). These films marked the beginning of his relationship with comic adaptations, although at that time he was not yet aware of the scale of popularity of the upcoming superhero.

During this period, Chris also explored more serious roles. He starred Fierce People (2005) bersama Diane Lane dan Donald Sutherland, serta London (2005), a romance drama. He also played Syd in Sunshine (2007), a science fiction film by Danny Boyle that received critical acclaim despite being less commercially successful.

2008-2010: Role Diversification Chris continues to diversify his portfolio with a variety of genres. He starred Street Kings (2008), a crime drama with Keanu Reeves, and The Loss of a Teardrop Diamond (2008), adaptasi naskah Tennessee Williams. In 2009, he played the genius scientist in Push, sebuah thriller fiksi ilmiah bersama Dakota Fanning.

In 2010, Chris appeared in The Losers, an action film based on DC Comics/Vertigo, in which he plays Jensen, a witty tech specialist. Although the film was not a great success, her performance showed her comedic abilities. He also starred Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010), by Edgar Wright, as Lucas Lee, an overbearing action actor. This role, although small, was very memorable and added to his reputation as a versatile actor.

Puncak Karier: Captain America dan MCU

2011–2019: Captain America Chris ' career soared to a global level when he landed the role of Steve Rogers / Captain America in Captain America: The First Avenger (2011), film kelima dalam Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Initially, Chris turned down this role several times out of concern about the pressures of Fame and long-term contractual commitments. However, after discussions with the family and advice from Robert Downey Jr., he eventually accepted the role.

Captain America: The First Avenger it was a huge success, and Chris's portrayal of Steve Rogers—an idealistic, humble, and principled man—received widespread acclaim. He later reprised this role in several MCU films, including:

The Avengers (2012)
Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014)
Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015)
Captain America: Civil War (2016)
Avengers: Infinity War (2018)
Avengers: Endgame (2019)

In particular, Captain America: The Winter Soldier and Civil War considered some of the MCU's best films, with Chris praising the Russo Brothers ' directorial work. Avengers: Endgame being the culmination of his career in the MCU, where his character closes a long journey on an emotional and satisfying note. The Film became one of the highest-grossing films of all time, cementing Chris's status as one of Hollywood's top actors.

During this period, Chris also became one of the highest paid actors. According to reports, he earned about $15 million for Avengers: Infinity War and Endgame, with total revenue from the MCU reaching tens of millions of dollars.

Non-MCU projects Despite being synonymous with Captain America, Chris continues to take on projects outside the MCU to demonstrate his acting range. Some notable films during this period include:

Puncture (2011), in which he played a drug addict lawyer based on a true story.
Snowpiercer (2013), a dystopian film by Bong Joon-ho, in which he plays Curtis Everett, a rebel leader.
Before We Go (2014), his directorial debut, an independent romance drama in which he also starred alongside Alice Eve.
Gifted (2017), a family drama with Mckenna Grace, in which he plays an uncle fighting for custody of his niece.

In 2019, Chris starred Knives Out, a mystery film by Rian Johnson. His role as Ransom Drysdale, a cunning and sarcastic grandson, showed a new side of his acting skills and was critically acclaimed. The Film was a huge success, grossing over $300 million at the box office.

Post-MCU career

After Avengers: Endgame, Chris began to focus on more diverse projects and explore behind-the-scenes roles. In 2020, he starred in and was an executive producer for the miniseries Defending Jacob on Apple TV+, plays a father trying to protect his son from charges of murder. Her performance received positive reviews, although the series itself received mixed responses.

In 2022, Chris appeared in The Gray Man, a Netflix action film by the Russo brothers, in which he plays Lloyd Hansen, a sadistic narrator. His villain appearance differs from his heroic image as Captain America and demonstrates his willingness to take risks. In the same year, he also voiced Buzz Lightyear in Lightyear, an animated spin-off of Toy Story by Pixar.

In 2023, Chris starred Ghosted, a romantic action comedy with Ana de Armas on Apple TV+, and Pain Hustlers, sebuah drama kriminal bersama Emily Blunt di Netflix. Although both of these films received mixed reviews, his hard work in different genres shows his desire to continue experimenting.

Personal Life

Chris Evans is known as a private secretive about his personal life, but few details have become known to the public. He has been in relationships with several notable actresses, including Jessica Biel (2001-2006), Minka Kelly (intermittently between 2007-2014), and Jenny Slate (2016-2018). In November 2022, he began dating Portuguese actress Alba Baptista, known through the series Warrior Nun. The two married in a private ceremony on Cape Cod, Massachusetts, in September 2023. Chris described his marriage as” wonderful " and expressed his happiness in interviews.

Chris is a big fan of dogs and has a rescue dog named Dodger, who appears frequently on his social media. Ia juga penggemar tim olahraga Boston seperti New England Patriots dan Boston Red Sox. In terms of politics, Chris is vocal about his liberal views, often criticizing conservative policies and supporting issues such as equality and the environment. In 2020, it launched A Starting Point, a bipartisan platform that aims to educate the public about public policy through interviews with elected officials.

Chris also spoke openly about his struggles with social anxiety. He once revealed that fame, especially after the MCU, can sometimes be hard, and he overcame this through meditation, therapy, and family support. He is a fan of musicals and once expressed his desire to star in a Broadway production someday.

Philanthropy and activism

Chris is active in various charitable activities. He frequently visited children's hospitals, including Boston Children's Hospital and Seattle Children's Hospital, especially during MCU promotions, often wearing Captain America costumes to entertain young patients. He also supports organizations such as Christopher's Haven, a foundation that helps families of children being treated for cancer.

In 2016, she hosted a charity event in support of children with chronic diseases. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she contributed to fundraising campaigns for medical personnel and affected families. Chris also supports environmental and human rights issues, often using his platform to raise awareness.

Achievements and awards

Chris Evans has received numerous awards and nominations throughout his career. Some notable ones include:

MTV Movie Awards: Best Fight untuk Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2015, with Sebastian Stan).
People’s Choice Awards: Favorite Action Movie Actor (2015).
Teen Choice Awards: Choice Movie Actor: Sci-Fi/Fantasy untuk Avengers: Endgame (2019).
Broadway.com Audience Choice Award: Favorite Breakthrough Performance untuk debut panggungnya di Lobby Hero (2018).

Although it has never been nominated for an Oscar or Golden Globe, its performance in Knives Out and Defending Jacob often referred to as the best of his career. He was also recognized as one of the most influential actors by magazines such as Time and Forbes.

Interesting Facts

Chris is a big fan of movies The Little Mermaid and often sing Disney songs.
He has a tattoo on his chest that says the names of his family members and another tattoo in honor of his best friend who died.
He was once offered the role of Ryan Gosling in The Notebook but refused it.
Chris almost quit acting after experiencing anxiety during filming Puncture (2011), but the role of Captain America changed his views.
He expressed his desire to direct more films in the future.

Upcoming Projects

As of April 2025, Chris is rumored to be involved in several new projects, including:

Red One (2024), a holiday action film with Dwayne Johnson.
Rumors about a possible return to the MCU in projects such as Avengers: Secret Wars, although he stated that he would only return if the story was meaningful.
He is also exploring his second directorial project and more theatre roles.

Legacy

Chris Evans has left an indelible mark on Hollywood, especially through his role as Captain America, which has inspired millions of fans around the world. Off-screen, he is known for being humble, funny and caring, with a dedication to family, philanthropy and the arts. With a growing career and increasingly stable personal life, Chris remains one of the most beloved figures in the entertainment industry.