History of Chris Evans (actor) in Timeline
Chris Evans is an American actor known for his roles in television and film. He started his career with TV series like "Opposite Sex" and teen movies such as "Not Another Teen Movie." He gained recognition for playing the Human Torch in "Fantastic Four" (2005) and its sequel. Evans continued to appear in comic book adaptations, including "TMNT," "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World," and "Snowpiercer." He further solidified his career by portraying Captain America in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
1957: Release of Tennessee Williams' Screenplay
In 1957, Tennessee Williams' screenplay, which would later be adapted into the film "The Loss of a Teardrop Diamond," was released.
June 13, 1981: Birth of Chris Evans
Chris Evans was born on June 13, 1981.
1990: Mike Capuano becomes Mayor of Somerville
Chris Evans' uncle, Mike Capuano, became mayor of Somerville in 1990.
1997: First credited appearance
Chris Evans' first credited appearance was in the short educational film "Biodiversity: Wild About Life!" in 1997.
1999: High School Graduation
Chris Evans graduated from Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School in 1999.
1999: "Mystery Date" Model
Chris Evans was the model for "Tyler" in Hasbro's board game "Mystery Date" in 1999.
1999: Parents' Divorce
Chris Evans' parents divorced in 1999.
1999: Mike Capuano becomes U.S. Representative
Chris Evans' uncle, Mike Capuano, became a U.S. Representative in 1999.
September 2000: Move to Los Angeles and Screen Debut
Chris Evans moved to Los Angeles in September 2000 and made his screen debut in the television film "The Newcomers". He also had a lead role in the television series "Opposite Sex" and appeared in an episode of "The Fugitive".
2000: Television Debut
Chris Evans began his career with roles in television series such as Opposite Sex in 2000.
2001: "Not Another Teen Movie" Release
Chris Evans appeared in the teen film "Not Another Teen Movie" in 2001.
2001: "Not Another Teen Movie" Release
Chris Evans starred in "Not Another Teen Movie" in 2001.
2002: Release of "Fierce People" novel
The novel "Fierce People", which the 2005 film starring Chris Evans is based on, was released in 2002.
2004: "The Perfect Score" and "Cellular" Release
Chris Evans starred in "The Perfect Score" and "Cellular" in 2004.
2005: "Fantastic Four" Release
Chris Evans gained attention for his portrayal of the Human Torch in "Fantastic Four" in 2005.
2005: "Fierce People" and "London" Release
Chris Evans starred in the independent drama "Fierce People" and the romantic drama "London" in 2005.
2005: First "Fantastic Four" film released
The first "Fantastic Four" film, starring Chris Evans as the Human Torch, was released in 2005.
2007: "Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer" released
The sequel to "Fantastic Four", "Rise of the Silver Surfer", was released in 2007.
2007: "TMNT", "Sunshine", "The Nanny Diaries" and "Battle for Terra" releases
Chris Evans voiced Casey Jones in "TMNT", starred in "Sunshine" and "The Nanny Diaries", and voiced a character in "Battle for Terra", all in 2007.
2007: "Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer" and other releases
Chris Evans reprised his role as the Human Torch in "Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer" in 2007. He also appeared in other films like "TMNT", "Sunshine" and "The Nanny Diaries".
2008: Appearances in Street Kings and The Loss of a Teardrop Diamond
In 2008, Chris Evans appeared in two films: the thriller "Street Kings" alongside Keanu Reeves, Forest Whitaker, and Hugh Laurie, and the romantic drama "The Loss of a Teardrop Diamond" with Bryce Dallas Howard and Ellen Burstyn. The latter film, based on a Tennessee Williams screenplay, received negative reviews, with some critics criticizing Evans' performance.
2009: Wider theatrical release of "Battle for Terra"
"Battle for Terra", an animated science fiction film featuring Chris Evans, saw a wider theatrical release in 2009.
2010: "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World" Release
Chris Evans appeared in "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World" in 2010.
2010: Signing with Marvel Studios
In 2010, Chris Evans signed a multi-film deal with Marvel Studios to play Captain America. Initially hesitant, he took the role after consulting with Robert Downey Jr.
2010: Appearances in The Losers and Scott Pilgrim vs. the World
In 2010, Chris Evans starred in two comic book adaptations: "The Losers" and "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World." He played Captain Jake Jensen in the former and Lucas Lee, one of Ramona Flowers' evil exes, in the latter. While "The Losers" received mixed reviews, Evans' comic relief was praised. "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World" became a cult classic despite initially underperforming at the box office.
2011: Premiere of Puncture and Release of What's Your Number?
In 2011, Chris Evans starred in the drama "Puncture," which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival. He portrayed Mike Weiss, a drug-addicted lawyer. The film received mixed reviews. Evans also starred opposite Anna Faris in the romantic comedy "What's Your Number?," which received average reviews but was noted for the chemistry between the leads.
2011: Captain America Debut
Chris Evans first portrayed Captain America in "Captain America: The First Avenger" in 2011.
2011: Release of Captain America: The First Avenger
In 2011, "Captain America: The First Avenger" was released, marking Chris Evans' debut as the titular character. The film was a commercial and critical success.
2012: Support for Same-Sex Marriage
In 2012, Chris Evans publicly expressed his support for same-sex marriage, criticizing the denial of civil rights based on sexual orientation.
2012: Release of The Avengers and The Iceman
In 2012, Chris Evans reprised his role as Captain America in "The Avengers," a massive commercial success. He also starred as hitman Robert Pronge in "The Iceman," showcasing his versatility beyond the superhero persona.
2012: The Avengers released
The Avengers was released in 2012.
August 2013: Filming Begins for Captain America: The Winter Soldier
Filming for "Captain America: The Winter Soldier" began in August 2013. Evans underwent extensive physical training to prepare for the role.
2013: "Snowpiercer" Release
Chris Evans starred in "Snowpiercer" in 2013.
2013: Release of Snowpiercer
In 2013, Chris Evans starred in Bong Joon-ho's critically acclaimed science fiction film "Snowpiercer." Bong initially had reservations about casting Evans but was swayed by the actor's performances in other films.
March 2014: Evans Considers Directing and Directs Before We Go
In March 2014, Chris Evans expressed his interest in focusing on directing. He made his directorial debut with "Before We Go," a romantic comedy that premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival, in which he also starred alongside Alice Eve.
2014: Snowpiercer's Recognition
In 2014, "Snowpiercer" gained further recognition, appearing on several lists of the best films of the year, solidifying its status as a modern South Korean cinema classic.
2014: Release of Captain America: The Winter Soldier
"Captain America: The Winter Soldier" was released in 2014, becoming a critical and commercial success. Evans considered this film his favorite Marvel project due to his deeper understanding of the character and his collaboration with the Russo brothers.
2014: Narration of "America's Game: The Story of the 2014 New England Patriots"
Chris Evans, a fan of the New England Patriots, narrated the documentary series "America's Game: The Story of the 2014 New England Patriots".
2014: Directorial Debut with "Before We Go"
Chris Evans made his directorial debut with the romantic drama "Before We Go" in 2014.
2015: Visit to Seattle Children's Hospital
In 2015, Chris Evans and Chris Pratt visited patients at Seattle Children's Hospital following a charity bet. The bet also generated donations for the hospital and Christopher's Haven.
2015: Adoption of Dodger
While filming "Gifted" in 2015, Chris Evans adopted a dog named Dodger from a local animal shelter.
August 2016: Support for Assault Weapons Ban
In August 2016, Chris Evans expressed his support for Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey's enforcement of the state's ban on assault weapons. He also endorsed Hillary Clinton for president and became a vocal critic of Donald Trump's presidency.
2016: Narration of "America's Game: 2016 Patriots"
Chris Evans narrated the documentary series "America's Game: 2016 Patriots".
2016: Release of Avengers: Age of Ultron and Captain America: Civil War
Chris Evans reprised his role as Captain America in "Avengers: Age of Ultron" (2015) and "Captain America: Civil War" (2016). Both films were major box office successes, with "Civil War" earning Evans a $15 million salary.
2016: Chris Evans reflects on "Fantastic Four" films
In 2016, Chris Evans reflected on his experience filming the "Fantastic Four" movies.
2017: "Gifted" Release
Chris Evans starred in the drama "Gifted" in 2017.
2017: Release of Gifted and Invitation to the Academy
In 2017, Chris Evans starred in the well-received family drama "Gifted" and was invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
March 2018: Broadway Debut in "Lobby Hero"
Chris Evans made his Broadway debut in March 2018 in the play "Lobby Hero", directed by Trip Cullman at the Helen Hayes Theatre. His performance was well-received, earning him a Drama League Award nomination.
October 2018: Filming of "Avengers: Endgame" Concludes
In October 2018, Chris Evans finished filming "Avengers: Endgame", an emotional experience for him. He described feeling overwhelmed, nostalgic, and grateful during the last month, culminating in tears on the final day.
2018: Broadway Debut in "Lobby Hero"
Chris Evans made his Broadway debut in the revival of "Lobby Hero" in 2018.
May 2019: Criticism of Alabama Abortion Law
In May 2019, Chris Evans criticized the Human Life Protection Act enacted in Alabama, which imposed a near-total ban on abortions.
2019: "The Red Sea Diving Resort" and "Knives Out"
In 2019, Chris Evans starred in two films: "The Red Sea Diving Resort", a Netflix thriller where he played an Israeli Mossad agent, and "Knives Out", a critically acclaimed mystery film where he portrayed Ransom Drysdale. "Knives Out" was a commercial success, grossing $309 million worldwide.
2019: Release of "Avengers: Endgame"
In 2019, "Avengers: Endgame", the fourth Avengers sequel starring Chris Evans, was released. The film, directed by Anthony and Joe Russo, grossed $2.7 billion worldwide and received critical acclaim, with particular praise for its entertainment value within the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Prior to this, in 2018, Evans starred in the preceding sequel "Avengers: Infinity War", also directed by the Russo brothers. Both he and co-star Scarlett Johansson admitted to not having access to the full script of "Infinity War" before filming.
2019: Mike Capuano ends term as U.S. Representative
Chris Evans' uncle, Mike Capuano, ended his term as a U.S. Representative in 2019.
2019: "Avengers: Endgame" Release
Chris Evans appeared as Captain America in "Avengers: Endgame" in 2019, concluding his major run with the character.
May 2020: Virtual Fundraiser with "Avengers" Co-stars
In May 2020, Chris Evans organized a virtual fundraiser with his Avengers co-stars, benefiting organizations like Feeding America, Meals on Wheels, World Central Kitchen, and No Kid Hungry.
July 2020: Launch of "A Starting Point"
Chris Evans launched "A Starting Point", a website featuring interviews with elected officials on political issues, in July 2020.
October 2020: Support for Joe Biden
In October 2020, Chris Evans participated in a virtual fundraiser to support Joe Biden's presidential campaign.
2020: "Defending Jacob" Release
Chris Evans starred in the television miniseries "Defending Jacob" in 2020.
2020: "Defending Jacob" and "Don't Look Up"
In 2020, Chris Evans starred as Andy Barber in "Defending Jacob", an Apple TV+ miniseries, and had a cameo in "Don't Look Up", a Netflix comedy.
2021: Endorsement of Maya Wiley
In 2021, Chris Evans endorsed Maya Wiley in the New York City Democratic mayoral primary.
2022: "The Gray Man" and "Lightyear" Release
Chris Evans starred in the action film "The Gray Man" and voiced Buzz Lightyear in "Lightyear" in 2022.
2022: "Lightyear" and "The Gray Man"
Chris Evans voiced the titular character in the animated film "Lightyear" and starred in the Netflix thriller "The Gray Man" in 2022. "Lightyear" garnered mostly positive reviews, while "The Gray Man", an adaptation of the 2009 novel, received mixed reviews but performed well in terms of viewership on Netflix.
2022: "Sexiest Man Alive"
In 2022, Chris Evans was named "Sexiest Man Alive" by People magazine.
September 9, 2023: Marriage to Alba Baptista
Chris Evans married Portuguese actress Alba Baptista on September 9, 2023, in a private ceremony at their home on Cape Cod, Massachusetts.
2023: "Scott Pilgrim Takes Off" Release
Chris Evans voiced Lucas Lee in the animated series "Scott Pilgrim Takes Off" in 2023.
2023: "Ghosted" and "Pain Hustlers" Release
In 2023, Chris Evans starred in two films released on streaming platforms: the action-comedy "Ghosted" on Apple TV+ alongside Ana de Armas, and the crime drama "Pain Hustlers" on Netflix. Both films were poorly received by critics.
2024: "Scott Pilgrim", "Deadpool & Wolverine", and "Red One"
In 2024, Chris Evans reprised his role as Lucas Lee in the animated "Scott Pilgrim Takes Off" series and had a cameo in "Deadpool & Wolverine". He also starred with Dwayne Johnson in the action-comedy "Red One".